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16186 Peterson Drive, Whittier, California 90605, Whittier, 90605 - 5 bed, 6 bath

16186 Peterson Drive, Whittier, California 90605 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$2,750,000
16186 Peterson Drive, Whittier, California 90605
5Beds
6Baths
6,090Sqft
25,139Lot
Year Built
2008
Close
-
List price
$2.75M
Original List price
$2.75M
Price/Sqft
$452
HOA
$600
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
PW25259341
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Excellent View: Catalina, City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
Deck
Pool
Spa
Patio
ViewCatalina,City Lights,Canyon,Hills,Mountain(s),Neighborhood,Trees/Woods

About this home

Great Deal:The estimated price is 18% above the list price. We found 3 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $2.75M(98th), sqft - 6090(99th), beds - 5(95th), baths - 6(98th).

Luxurious Custom-Built Mediterranean Estate with Sweeping Views ... Over Half-Acre Lot Tucked Away in Prestigious 24-Hour Guard-Gated Community of Friendly Hills Estates - Approx 6,090 Square Feet of Living Space Includes Five Bedrooms, Five Full & One Half Bathrooms, Beautiful Library/Office, and Home Theatre w/120-inch Projection Screen - Sprawling 25,139-Square Foot Terraced Lot Surrounded by Stunning Views of Nature & All the Way Out to Catalina Island - Enjoy Sparkling Pool & Spa w/Solar Heating System & Retractable Cover, Large Balcony Viewing Deck w/Spiral Staircase to Entertaining Area Below, Solid Covered Concrete Patio w/Lighting, and Built-In BBQ - Space for Future ADU, Sport Court, Batting Cages, Fruit Orchard & More at Bottom of Lot ... Options are Unlimited! Beautiful Curb Appeal Highlighted by Extensive Use of Stacked Stone, Stamped Concrete Driveway & Walkways, and Your Own Private Putting Green - Double Wood & Glass Entry Doors Open to Formal Foyer - High Quality Upgrades & Finishes Throughout this Home, Including Handsome Engineered Oak Flooring, Milgard WoodClad Windows, Dual Staircases, Custom Closet Organizers, Designer Moldings, Solid Wood Interior Doors & More - Large Formal Dining Room w/Elegant Coved Ceiling - Oversized Formal Living Room Boasts Precast Fireplace, 14-Ft Ceilings & Space to Host Endless Family & Friends - Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen Features Extensive Custom Wood Cabinetry, Granite Countertops, Center Island w/Bar Top Seating & Prep Sink, and Stainless-Steel Thermador Appliances, Including Microwave, Dishwasher, Double Ovens, Warming Drawer, 6-Burner Gas Cooktop w/Hood, and Built-In Refrigerator - Spacious Primary Suite has Romantic Fireplace & Big Walk-In Closet - Primary Bathroom Offers Dual Stone Vanities, Jetted Tub & Steam Shower w/Seat - All Bedrooms have En-Suite Bathrooms Finished w/Travertine Flooring & Stone Vanities - Convenient Inside Laundry Room w/Sink - Attached 3-Car Garage w/Built-In EV Charger - Single Loaded Street (no immediate neighbor) Provides Incredible Parking Space for Guests - Four HVAC Systems – 29-Panel Solar Energy System (fully owned) - Award-Winning East Whittier City & Whittier Union High School Districts, Zoned for Murphy Ranch Elementary, Granada Middle & La Serna High - $600/month HOA Dues Include 24-Hour Guard Station, Plus Drive by Security Throughout Friendly Hills Community - Nearby Friendly Hills Country Club has Scenic 18-Hole Golf Course, Plus Pool, Tennis & Social Events

Price History

Date
Event
Price
11/14/25
Listing
$2,750,000
06/30/20
Sold
$1,525,000
03/03/05
Sold
$370,000
06/19/01
Sold
$208,000
Condition Rating
Excellent
This custom-built Mediterranean estate, constructed in 2008, presents in excellent condition due to its high-quality original construction and meticulous maintenance. The gourmet chef's kitchen boasts extensive custom wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and top-of-the-line stainless-steel Thermador appliances, all appearing virtually new and meeting current luxury standards. Bathrooms feature dual stone vanities, travertine flooring, and a jetted tub with a steam shower in the primary suite, reflecting superior quality and condition. Engineered oak flooring, four HVAC systems, and a fully owned solar energy system further underscore the property's exceptional state, with no signs of deferred maintenance or significant physical depreciation.
Pros & Cons

Pros

High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 25139, living area = 6090.
Luxury & Quality Construction: This custom-built Mediterranean estate boasts high-quality upgrades and finishes throughout, including engineered oak flooring, Milgard WoodClad windows, solid wood interior doors, and a gourmet chef's kitchen equipped with Thermador appliances.
Exceptional Views & Expansive Lot: The property sits on a sprawling 25,139-square foot terraced lot (over half-acre) offering stunning panoramic views of nature, city lights, and Catalina Island, with ample space for future development like an ADU or sport court.
Premium Amenities & Entertainment: Features include a dedicated home theatre with a 120-inch projection screen, a sparkling pool and spa with a solar heating system, a private putting green, a large balcony viewing deck, and a built-in BBQ, perfect for entertaining.
Exclusive Guard-Gated Community: Located within the prestigious 24-hour guard-gated Friendly Hills Estates, providing enhanced security, privacy, and a desirable community environment with drive-by security.
Energy Efficiency & Modern Systems: The home benefits from a fully owned 29-panel solar energy system, four HVAC systems for optimal climate control, and an attached 3-car garage with a built-in EV charger.

Cons

High HOA Dues: The property incurs significant monthly HOA dues of $600, which is a substantial recurring cost for homeowners.
Extensive Terraced Lot Maintenance: The sprawling 25,139-square foot terraced lot, while offering great views and potential, will likely require considerable ongoing landscaping and maintenance efforts and costs.
High Property Tax Burden: Given the luxury status and list price of $2.75 million, the annual property tax liability will be substantial, adding to the overall cost of ownership.

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