12105 Rideout Place Whittier CA 90601 | MLS #CV26205155

Perched on one of North Whittier’s desirable hillsides, this private gated retreat offers panoramic city-light and mountain views, with vistas extending toward Catalina Island on clear days. First time on the market in over a decade, the home features an estimated 2,446 square feet on an expansive 35,322-square-foot lot. The flexible floor plan includes 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, with the family room/den previously used as a third bedroom. Warm wood floors, exposed beams and wood paneling create a cozy cabin-inspired atmosphere, while the living room is anchored by a distinctive multicolored brick fireplace. The galley kitchen features stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting and a charming breakfast nook. Additional highlights include dual-pane windows, central air and heat, ceiling fans, a balcony overlooking the city, and a covered patio with a built-in BBQ. A long driveway, RV and boat parking, and an attached 2-car garage with direct access and epoxy flooring provide exceptional parking and storage. The property also includes a storage room beside the garage, a separate bonus server/storage room, automatic sprinklers and a private automatic gate. The oversized hillside lot may offer possibilities for future expansion, multigenerational living or an ADU, subject to buyer investigation and applicable approvals. Adjacent to Sycamore Canyon and Hellman Park within the Puente Hills Preserve, the home is near scenic hiking trails and open space. Convenient access to Uptown Whittier’s restaurants, cafés, shops and farmers market, as well as Whittier College, Whittwood Town Center and the 605 Freeway. Nearby schools include Longfellow Elementary, Dexter Middle School and Whittier High School; Longfellow has previously received California PBIS recognition. Buyer to verify school boundaries, ratings, square footage, lot size, bedroom use, development potential and all property information. The sellers’ growing family has created a special opportunity for the next owner to make this peaceful hillside sanctuary their own.