6012 Painter Whittier CA 90601 | MLS #OC26191095
Tucked in the heart of the Uptown Whittier Historic District, this one-of-a-kind Craftsman is a true piece of Southern California artistry. The home features rare hand-carved details by a celebrated pioneer artist in Tiki and Polynesian-inspired design — bringing an unmatched artistic legacy into every room.
Offering 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the home also includes a charming parlour/office, ideal for remote work or a quiet reading retreat. Throughout the home, beautiful built-in cabinetry showcases the craftsmanship and character that define the Craftsman style, blending timeless architecture with warm, livable spaces.
Outside, a rare find: an oversized, two-story, 3-car garage with excellent potential for conversion into an ADU (subject to permitting and buyer’s due diligence.)— perfect for extended family, rental income, or a private studio.
Set in one of Whittier’s most storied and walkable neighborhoods, this home is being sold as-is, offering a unique opportunity to preserve and personalize a genuine piece of local artistic history.
Offering 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the home also includes a charming parlour/office, ideal for remote work or a quiet reading retreat. Throughout the home, beautiful built-in cabinetry showcases the craftsmanship and character that define the Craftsman style, blending timeless architecture with warm, livable spaces.
Outside, a rare find: an oversized, two-story, 3-car garage with excellent potential for conversion into an ADU (subject to permitting and buyer’s due diligence.)— perfect for extended family, rental income, or a private studio.
Set in one of Whittier’s most storied and walkable neighborhoods, this home is being sold as-is, offering a unique opportunity to preserve and personalize a genuine piece of local artistic history.
Property Details
Price:
$999,990
MLS #:
OC26191095
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
670whittier
Listed Date:
Sep 1, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,492
Lot Size:
6,469 sqft / 0.15 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1922
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Schools
School District:
Whittier Union High
High School:
Whittier
Interior
Appliances
Water Heater, Disposal, Free-Standing Range
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
None
Flooring
Vinyl
Heating
None
Interior Features
Crown Molding, Chair Railings, Quartz Counters, Block Walls, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Living Room Deck Attached, Tile Counters
Laundry Features
Inside, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Levels
One
Main Level Bathrooms
3
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Exterior
Accessibility Features
None
Architectural Style
Craftsman
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Community Features
Gutters, Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Construction Materials
Wood Siding, Shingle Siding
Covered Spaces
3
Fencing
Block, Wood
Garage Spaces
3
Lot Features
Rectangular Lot, Front Yard, Back Yard
Open Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Concrete, Direct Access, RV Access/Parking, Workshop in Garage, Garage – Two Door
Parking Spots
5
Parking Total
5
Patio And Porch Features
Covered, Screened Porch, Front Porch, Deck
Roof
Composition, Shingle, Asphalt
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Spa Features
None
Stories
1
View
City Lights, Peek-A-Boo
Window Features
Garden Window(s)
Financial
Map
Community
- Address6012 Painter Whittier CA
- CityWhittier
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code90601
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Whittier as of Nov 05, 2026
197
Single Family Listed
55
Avg DOM
569
Avg $ / SqFt
$996,383
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 6012 Painter Whittier CA is a Single Family for sale in Whittier, CA, 90601. It is listed for $999,990 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,492 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1922. The current price per square foot is $670. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Whittier is $569. The average listing price for Single Family in Whittier is $996,383. To schedule a showing of MLS#oc26191095 at 6012 Painter in Whittier, CA, contact your Compass agent at 310.409.7242.
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