14940 Janine Drive
Property Overview
Nestled in the highly sought-after Old Friendly Hills neighborhood, this charming single-story ranch home is set on an expansive 14,269 square foot flat lot sitting at the end of the cul-de-sac, offering endless possibilities for outdoor living and future expansion (as permitted by the City). Whether you're dreaming of a resort-style pool, ADU, RV parking, or creating your own private backyard retreat, this property provides the space to make it happen. Inside, you'll find a spacious and functional floor plan featuring a large family room and an attached permitted bonus room that opens directly to the backyard, creating the perfect space for entertaining, a game room, or home office. An additional approximately 130 sq. ft. permitted enclosed sunroom offers even more flexible living space and is not included in the home's stated square footage. Recent updates include fresh interior and exterior paint, beautifully refinished hardwood floors, new laminate flooring in the kitchen and bonus room. Other amenitites include: recessed lighting, dual-pane windows, inside laundry room, some copper plumbing, and a new A/C condenser installed in July 2026. The oversized backyard is a rare find, complete with a wraparound rear-entry garage, gated yard, utility room/workshop off the garage, a mature avocado tree, and additional fruit trees. Also home offers seller owned solar panels. This exceptional property combines the charm of an established neighborhood with the opportunity to create your dream home on one of the area's larger lots. Located in the La Serna High School District. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a spacious property in one of Whittier's most desirable neighborhoods.
Home Details
- Property type
- Residential - Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1953
- Living area
- 1,643 sq ft
- Lot size
- 14,289 sq ft
- Parking
- 10 spaces
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Stories
- 1
- Days on market
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- MLS status
- Active
- Architectural style
- Ranch
Features & Amenities
Interior
- Ceiling Fans
- Eat In Kitchen
- Open Floorplan
- Recessed Lighting
- Utility Room
Appliances
- Six Burner Stove
- Double Oven
- Dishwasher
- Gas Cooktop
- Disposal
- Gas Water Heater
- Microwave
- Water Heater
Parking
- Asphalt
- Gated
- Garage Faces Rear
- Workshop In Garage
Pool
- None
Lot
- Back Yard
- Cul De Sac
- Front Yard
- Lawn
- Landscaped
- Sprinkler System
- Walkstreet
- Yard
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Smoke Detectors
Community, Schools & Utilities
Community
- Fireplace
- Yes
- View
- Neighborhood
Schools
- School district
- Whittier Union High
- Elementary school
- Ocean View
- Middle school
- East Whittier
- High school
- La Serna
Utilities
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- CentralAir
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- PublicSewer
Location & Neighborhood
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