8948 Rufus Avenue, Whittier, CA 90603
- $849,900
- 3
- BD
- 1
- BA
- 1,188
- SqFt
- List Price
- $849,900
- Status
- ACTIVE
- MLS#
- PW26231071
- Year Built
- 1952
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Living Sq. Ft
- 1,188
- Lot Size
- 9,922
- Acres
- 0.23
- Lot Location
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Level, Near Public Transit, Street Level, Yard
- Days on Market
- 0
- Property Type
- Single Family Residential
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Stories
- One Level
Property Description
A standout opportunity on a rare, oversized lot with exciting ADU potential, this charming and thoughtfully updated single-story three-bedroom home blends comfortable living with expansive outdoor space. Fresh interior and exterior paint, new warm-toned wood-look flooring, and abundant windows create a bright, welcoming atmosphere, while the living room's brick fireplace adds timeless character. The updated kitchen features stylish gray-toned shaker style cabinetry, sleek quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances, including a brand-new range and dishwasher, plus an intimate breakfast niche ideal for morning coffee moments. All three bedrooms offer ceiling fans and stylish window blinds, and the refreshed bathroom showcases a relaxing soaking tub and separate shower, along with an oversized vanity, custom mirror, and modern lighting. Convenient indoor laundry and plentiful storage add everyday practicality. Set on a generous 9,922-square-foot fully usable lot, the spacious outdoor setting offers exceptional versatility. Enjoy a covered patio, a separate covered dining pavilion ideal for outdoor gatherings, an extra-long driveway that offers plentiful parking, and a gated detached two-car garage with a separate sizable storage room. The grounds are finished with lush grassy lawns, fruit trees, and a fully fenced backyard for privacy. Ideally located near public transportation, restaurants, and shopping, this delightful property offers a wonderful combination of charm, modern updates, and future potential.
Additional Information
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave
- Pool Description
- None
- Fireplace Description
- Living Room, Masonry
- Heat
- Fireplace(s), Wall Furnace
- Cooling Description
- None
- View
- None
- Roof
- Composition
- Garage Spaces Total
- 2
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- School District
- East Whittier Unified
- Elementary School
- Mulberry
- Middle School
- East Whittier
- High School
- California
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Attached Structure
- Detached
- Number Of Units Total
- 1
Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Carole Geronsin (Carole@TheGeronsins.com) from Listing Office: BHHS CA Properties.
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