16150 Peterson Drive
Whittier, CA 90605
Listing broker / agent: Team Spirit Realty · Evelyn Ross · 714-397-1241 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26210587 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 05:53 UTC
About this property
BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM-BUILT LUXURY ESTATE located in the prestigious 24-hour guard-gated community of Friendly Hills Estates, this exceptional custom-built estate offers approximately 6,694 sq. ft. of living space on a huge 39,280 sq.ft. lot, featuring 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, plus a separate office/library and an entertainment room with a pool table. Enjoy exceptional privacy and beautiful views of the surrounding hills, mature trees, and natural landscapes. The front double wood-and-glass entry opens to an impressive foyer with soaring ceilings and an elegant chandelier. The spacious interior features two inviting living areas, a formal dining room with a beautiful, coved ceiling, and a bright, open family room with a cozy fireplace and French doors opening to a balcony overlooking the beautiful backyard. The gourmet kitchen features upgraded high-end Wolf appliances, including a 6-burner gas range, double ovens, grills with large hood, custom cabinetry, and expansive countertops, providing an ideal space for cooking and entertaining. The home offers two primary suites. The main primary suite features a private retreat, fireplace, spacious walk-in closet with dressing area, and a luxurious bathroom with dual vanities, a separate soaking tub, and shower. Additional highlights include solid wood flooring and elegant marble and stone finishes. The lower level also features a private sauna and a separate exercise room. The home is equipped with multiple HVAC systems and an attached 4-car garage and long drive way. The expansive outdoor living areas include a large viewing balcony with a staircase, a swimming pool with a waterfall, a spa, a covered concrete patio, and a built-in BBQ. Enjoy mature fruit trees and beautifully landscaped grounds offering privacy and ample space for outdoor entertaining. a private putting green. A rare opportunity to enjoy luxury, space, and privacy in one of Whittier's most desirable gated communities.
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26210587
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 5 Beds • 7 Baths
- Living area
- 6,694 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.9017 acres
- County
- Los Angeles
- Year built
- 2002
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Listing
- Days on market
- 17
Building
- Year built
- 2002
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Custom, Mediterranean
- Building stories
- 3
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Entry level
- 1
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 5
- Half bathrooms
- 2
- Quarter bathrooms
- 0
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 4
- Main-level bathrooms
- 4
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Entry Foyer, Exercise Room, Family Room, Foyer, Guest Quarters, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Retreat, Sauna, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Balcony, Crown Molding, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Dressing Area, Entrance Foyer, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Stone, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 4
- Garage spaces
- 4
- Parking
- Door Multi, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- In Ground, Private, Waterfall
- Spa
- In Ground, Private
- Patio / porch
- Rear Porch, Concrete, Deck, Open, Patio
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- City Lights, Canyon, Hills, Mountains, Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Association amenities
- Guard, Security
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $636.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Murphy Ranch
- High school district
- Whittier Union High
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Nearby public schools
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| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| La Serna High Whittier Union High · Whittier | 9–12 | 1.1 mi |
| Los Molinos Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Hacienda la Puente Unified · Hacienda Heights | Not reported | 1.2 mi |
| Murphy Ranch Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) East Whittier City Elementary · Whittier | K–5 | 1.3 mi |
| Macy Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Lowell Joint · La Habra | Not reported | 1.6 mi |
| Los Altos Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Hacienda la Puente Unified · Hacienda Heights | Not reported | 1.6 mi |
| Grazide Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Hacienda la Puente Unified · Hacienda Heights | Not reported | 1.7 mi |
| Jordan Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Lowell Joint · Whittier | Not reported | 1.9 mi |
| Leffingwell Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) East Whittier City Elementary · Whittier | K–5 | 2.0 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $2,800,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $3,100,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $3,100,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-10-15 17:04 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2026 00:20 | $2,800,000 |
| Oct 2, 2026 06:01 | $3,100,000 |
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