8132 Friends Ave Whittier, CA 90602

Agent Remarks: Beautiful vintage cottage near Uptown Whittier with large yard, central AC, and tons of original charm. A rare home for buyers wanting Arts and Crafts era character, modern conveniences, affordability, all within a great neighborhood. Recent upgrades include new composite shingle roof, central AC, furnace, and redwood fences/gates. Large living room has 1930's exposed beam ceilings, wood paneling, brick fireplace, built in bookshelves, and oak hardwood floors. One of the first things you'll notice is the homes amazing Deco style brick work on the chimney, driveway, walkways, and front porch. Inside you'll notice many other architectural details including wood trimmed staircase, swing-out casement windows, exposed ceiling beams & corbels, and an exceptional wood front door with iron speakeasy. Kitchen is bright with lots of windows, white cabinets, spacious storage shelves, oak hardwoods, and original tile counters with Spanish tile accents. Bathroom is spacious with new subway tile shower enclosure, new shower fixtures, and new floor tiles. Spacious yard has outdoor fireplace, mature trees, and detached bonus room (not included in square footage). Garage will fit 1 car but there's additional parking in front, side, and rear driveways. Friends Ave is a nice cul-de-sac neighborhood north of Whittier Blvd that feeds Jackson Elementary, Dexter Middle and Whittier High Schools. Beautifully unique homes like this don't last long, come see it for yourself before its gone.

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