This Classic Whittier Bungalow on an AMAZING LOT is For Sale for the FIRST TIME in a lifetime! You can see it's PRICED TO SELL! This is a GREAT opportunity for the buyer who wants to FIX & SAVE! HUGE lot with room add almost anything you could want! Seller has drawings for addition. Hardwood Floors. Solid Construction. Stove, Frig Washer & Dryer included! Flexible Floor Plan has a Convertible 3rd Bbdrm/Den with door to rear patio & yard. PLENTY OF ROOM TO PARK RV or extra cars. Beautiful and PRIVATE rear yard with original brick fireplace, patio and one of California's original orange trees, from the grove that used to exist on this land, a bit of living history. Ditch your car for an Easy walk to Stater Bros & CVS shopping, CalHi & Mulberry Elem Schools. For those driving days, fly down Mills to Florence for a simple commute to the 5 & 605 FWYs.
Single-familyProperty Type
1951Year Built
7,109 sq ftLot Size
$745Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Melanie Bickley•DRE #00519059• Whittier Brokers
Bought with General NONMEMBER•DRE #00000001• NONMEMBER MRML
This Classic Whittier Bungalow on an AMAZING LOT is For Sale for the FIRST TIME in a lifetime! You can see it's PRICED TO SELL! This is a GREAT opportunity for the buyer who wants to FIX & SAVE! HUGE lot with room add almost anything you could want! Seller has drawings for addition. Hardwood Floors. Solid Construction. Stove, Frig Washer & Dryer included! Flexible Floor Plan has a Convertible 3rd Bbdrm/Den with door to rear patio & yard. PLENTY OF ROOM TO PARK RV or extra cars. Beautiful and PRIVATE rear yard with original brick fireplace, patio and one of California's original orange trees, from the grove that used to exist on this land, a bit of living history. Ditch your car for an Easy walk to Stater Bros & CVS shopping, CalHi & Mulberry Elem Schools. For those driving days, fly down Mills to Florence for a simple commute to the 5 & 605 FWYs.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,193 (+7.7%)
$455,129 + $113,781
$568,910
2024
$6,681 (+2.3%)
$446,205 + $111,550
$557,755
2023
$6,528 (+2.2%)
$437,456 + $109,363
$546,819
2022
$6,386 (+2.0%)
$428,879 + $107,219
$536,098
2021
$6,263 (+437.5%)
$420,470 + $105,117
$525,587
2020
$1,165 (+1.1%)
$412,226 + $103,056
$515,282
2019
$1,153 (+8.2%)
$36,506 + $26,428
$62,934
2018
$1,065 (+2.0%)
$35,791 + $25,910
$61,701
2017
$1,044 (+4.5%)
$34,402 + $24,904
$59,306
2016
$999 (+1.0%)
$34,402 + $24,904
$59,306
2015
$989 (+0.4%)
$33,728 + $24,416
$58,144
2014
$985 (+3.5%)
$32,572 + $23,579
$56,151
2012
$952 (+2.3%)
$32,425 + $23,473
$55,898
2011
$930 (+1.2%)
$31,790 + $23,013
$54,803
2010
$919 (+2.2%)
$31,167 + $22,562
$53,729
2009
$900 (+4.0%)
$30,935 + $22,394
$53,329
2008
$865
$31,009 + $22,448
$53,457
Tax history for 9515 Rufus Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,193 (+7.7%)
$455,129 + $113,781
$568,910
2024
$6,681 (+2.3%)
$446,205 + $111,550
$557,755
2023
$6,528 (+2.2%)
$437,456 + $109,363
$546,819
2022
$6,386 (+2.0%)
$428,879 + $107,219
$536,098
2021
$6,263 (+437.5%)
$420,470 + $105,117
$525,587
2020
$1,165 (+1.1%)
$412,226 + $103,056
$515,282
2019
$1,153 (+8.2%)
$36,506 + $26,428
$62,934
2018
$1,065 (+2.0%)
$35,791 + $25,910
$61,701
2017
$1,044 (+4.5%)
$34,402 + $24,904
$59,306
2016
$999 (+1.0%)
$34,402 + $24,904
$59,306
2015
$989 (+0.4%)
$33,728 + $24,416
$58,144
2014
$985 (+3.5%)
$32,572 + $23,579
$56,151
2012
$952 (+2.3%)
$32,425 + $23,473
$55,898
2011
$930 (+1.2%)
$31,790 + $23,013
$54,803
2010
$919 (+2.2%)
$31,167 + $22,562
$53,729
2009
$900 (+4.0%)
$30,935 + $22,394
$53,329
2008
$865
$31,009 + $22,448
$53,457
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,146 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
1,034
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
8159009010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residence Zone
Residential Zones preserve, protect, and enhance areas for residential land uses in a range of densities; provide for orderly, well-planned, and balanced growth of residential neighborhoods; and ensure adequate light, air, privacy, and open space for each dwelling. These zones also provide for the appropriate location of public and semi-public uses such as schools, parks, and religious facilities that can serve and complement residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Other
Apr 8, 2026 • Final
Sewer permit (simple) - county
Convert a garage into a two-story accessory dwelling unit with a new patio and porch. The unit will include two bedrooms and one bathroom.
Addition
ADU
Jun 5, 2025 • Final
Construction and demolition
Convert a garage into a two-story accessory dwelling unit with a new patio and porch. The unit will include two bedrooms and one bathroom.
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Driveway - Asphalt, Paved, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage - Front Entry, On Site, RV Access/Parking, RV Potential
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Kitchen, Stackable
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bathtub, Shower in Tub
Room Information
Kitchen, Living Room
Fireplace Information
Outdoors
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Vinyl, Wood
Heating Information
Floor Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Block Walls
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Blockwall, Chain Link
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Raised
Exterior Features
Barbecue Private
Patio And Porch Features: Patio Open
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Front Yard, Lawn, Level with Street, Lot Shape-Irregular, Near Public Transit, Utilities - Overhead, Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: East
Parcel Number: 8159009010
Property Condition: Repairs Cosmetic
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Storm Drains, Street Lighting, Suburban
School Information
High School: California
High School District: Whittier Union High
High School 2: CALIFO
Location Information
Latitude: 33.94734000
Longitude: -118.02454300
Directions: West of Mills & South of Lambert
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: LCR1YY
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,034
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,146 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: 1951
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 8159009010
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 9
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 9
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Melanie
List Agent Last Name: Bickley
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Whittier Brokers
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: General
Buyer Agent Last Name: NONMEMBER
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: NONMEMBER MRML
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Schools
Mulberry Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Hillview Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
California High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
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