Lori DeSantis

I have listed a new property at 5807 Magnolia Avenue in Whittier. See details here

Pride of ownership shows throughout this immaculate Whittier home. Home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with a total of 1,272 square feet, with a lot size of 6,249 square feet. Property features beautiful original hardwood flooring, fireplace in the living room, dual pane windows open in for easy exterior cleaning, fully remodeled kitchen and bathrooms. Other amenities include: copper plumbing, Spanish tile roof, updated electrical panel, newer sewer line, new gas line, sprinkler system, block walls around the backyard offer privacy plus, rain gutters, ceiling fans in all rooms automatic sprinkler system, dog run in side yard, pavers in backyard along with huge covered patio breezeway between house and detached garage. Detached two car garage has a rear entry and gate to also park inside the backyard for extra cars. Third bedroom & second bathroom are permitted as sleeping area and are attached to the rear of the garage. Home is near 605 freeway for easy access to DTLA.

I have listed a new property at 5650 Panorama Drive in Whittier. See details here

Welcome to 5650 Panorama Drive with a view that is worthy of its address.  This one-of-a-kind mid-century modern custom Whittier Hills Home is located North of Beverly Blvd. and offers spectacular unobstructed panoramic 180° views from Catalina to Downtown Los Angeles.  Home is being sold with an adjacent flat lot that offers endless possibilities for the next owner to capitalize on.  The original home & additional lot combine to a lot size just shy of an acre at 42,529 square feet.  Enter the grounds through an automatic driveway gate leading to the top level of the property, the main level of the home offers 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, formal living & dining rooms, spacious family room, with the kitchen that looks out to the rear private & serene courtyard. The lower level of the home stairway leads to a huge master suite with dressing area, updated bathroom and another bedroom/office space with fireplace.  This lower level could be blocked off at the stairway to offer private quarters for family members or tenants, and also offers it's own outside entrance. The privacy plus backyard has a spacious private pool area with a pool house with changing rooms and observation deck.  Other amenities include: two central HVAC units, original built in cabinetry, some original mid century light fixtures, 3 fireplaces, laundry room w/storage & sink, one upper level bedroom offers en-suite bathroom (that could be a 2nd master bedroom), expanded two car garage with workshop area, & carport storage area & parking area for RV, boats and extra cars!  Home is freeway close for DTLA commuters and offers a peaceful and serene lifestyle for all members of the family to enjoy.

I have listed a new property at 14284 Eastridge Drive in Whittier. See details here

Located in Whittier's Mar Vista Heights neighborhood, this stunning single story custom home shows pride of ownership throughout, and offers the added bonus of a detached studio guest house . Main home was rebuilt from the studs and a single wall in 2003 and offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with 2,292 square feet and the detached studio guest house built with permits in 1984 is 384 square feet with 3/4 bath and kitchenette. Home sits on a huge flat lot of 13,487 square feet. Automatic rear yard gate gives access to detached two car garage and spacious park-like setting backyard with plenty of space to build a custom swimming pool & driveway can accommodate multiple cars, RV and more! Meticulous front yard offers wonderful curb appeal with mature trees and shrubs sets the tone for this charming property. Front door entry to spacious formal living room drenched with lots of natural light and archway entry to formal dining area. Steps away is a spacious gourmet kitchen equipped with all stainless steel appliances - including two Kitchen Aid ovens, 5 burner gas cook top, and lower shelf microwave & dishwasher built into the large island. Dine in kitchen offers Cherry Wood custom cabinetry, granite countertops, coffee/dry bar area, workstation and views to covered rear porch and backyard setting through French doors. The laundry room has a utility sink and offers more extra storage. Expansive family room with fireplace is open to the kitchen and offers recessed lighting and plenty of windows to bring in the natural light. Master bedroom highlights a wall of custom closet storage with hanging & built in drawer space and double door entry to the covered patio porch area. Primary bathroom has a dual sinks, Cherry Wood vanity, walk-in shower stall with bench & two shower heads, separate tub and plenty of vanity storage & counter space. Guest bathroom was completely remodeled in 2003 with shower stall with white subway tile, tub and tiled flooring with custom backsplash tile. Other amenities include: updated electrical panel, copper plumbing, recessed lighting throughout, ceiling fans, some window shutters, recirculating hot water heater pump, dual pane windows, audio speaker hook-up in family room ceiling, water softener lease and Tesla solar panel lease. Detached studio guest house has fresh interior paint, kitchenette and bathroom with shower stall. This wonderful home has been well taken care of in every area & is move in ready.

I have listed a new property at 766 Fircroft Avenue S in Covina. See details here

Light and bright single story Covina Ranch Style Home located on cul-de-sac offers 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms with 1,355 square feet, sitting on a large flat lot of 7,679 square feet. Huge galley style dine in kitchen with lots of cabinet storage and counter top prep space, granite countertop, tile backsplash. Both bathrooms completely & beautifully remodeled in 2020 and 2022 respectively with new vanities, fixtures, lighting, and tiled walk-in shower. Spacious family room / dining room combo offers a bay window overlooking large covered patio dining area and huge backyard space. Other amenities include: recessed lighting, wood-like tile flooring, fireplace in living room, arched ceiling entry to dining area, newer windows, central air conditioning, ceiling fans, newer carpet in bedrooms, freshly painted kitchen, updated baseboards, and some new lighting fixtures. Freeway close to the 10 and 210 freeways and local shopping and dining.

I have listed a new property at 13751 Terrace Place in Whittier. See details here

Rare find in Whittier's Hadley Hills, tri-level 4 bedroom cul-de-sac pool home sitting on a peaceful corner lot with stunning views of the surrounding Whittier Hills, home is encircled by mature cactus & succulent drought tolerant gardens. Property offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and is 2,293 square feet, sitting on a spacious corner lot size of 10,965 square feet. Enter on the main level with a dine-in kitchen that opens to the formal dining room and huge formal living room with floor to ceiling windows that look out to sparkling pool & patio area. Step down to the large family room with wet bar & sliding door leading to pool deck area, 3/4 bathroom with door access to backyard and connecting bedroom, that can be used as home office or private quarters. Large inside laundry/utility room with a built-in storage cabinet has direct 3 car garage access. Large master suite with sitting area, en-suite master bath with double sink vanity and walk in shower stall and lots of closet storage. The backyard area is tranquil and serene with mature trees and landscaping around the property. Located within a very short distance of Whittier College, Uptown Whittier and close to major dining and retail stores.

I have listed a new property at 4 14603 Christine Drive in Whittier. See details here

East Whittier condo located North of Whittier Blvd on a cul-de-sac street, this unit offers two bedrooms & one bath with a small balcony off family room area, and a open kitchen to dining & family room area, two good sized bedrooms with ample closet & storage space. This complex offers community laundry room, fenced swimming pool, BBQ area and the HOA pays for water & trash. This is a great starter home that needs a bit of TLC and is great investment opportunity or perfect for first time buyer. Located in the award winning La Serna High School District. Property is close to area shopping, restaurants and public transportation.

I have listed a new property at 13519 Tedemory Drive in Whittier. See details here

Whittier Duplex - Two spacious units on a lot, located on a very quiet street . Great opportunity to live in one and rent the other with excellent opportunity for rental income or extended family. Located within less than a mile to Whittier College and Whittier's Historical Uptown shopping and dining areas. Each unit consists of two bedrooms and one bathroom. Living space is approx 926 sq feet. There is indoor laundry room with washer & dryer hook ups along with storage cabinets in laundry. The two houses have separate gas and electric meters and one water meter. Rear unit has enclosed yard, and there is a two car shared garage for one car for each unit. 30 year roof installed in 2016. Recently updated with fresh interior paint, new carpet, re-glazing of tile, tube and sinks, new water heaters installed in both units, new plumbing fixtures, new lighting fixtures & ceiling fans. Property has been retro fitted, has partial copper plumbing, sewer line replaced from street to units. This property is move in ready!

I have listed a new property at 8930 Lindante Drive in Whittier. See details here

Welcome to 8930 Lindante Drive located in the Whittier's Friendly Hills Community. This tri-level home offers a welcoming floor plan. Double door entry leads to step up formal living and dining rooms offering the perfect entertainment space. The spacious living room has a high wood ceiling with a stone gas fireplace with a formal dining room connected. Sliding glass door leads from kitchen dining area to brick paver covered patio area surrounded by serene views of mature trees & landscaping. Other amenities include: Large step down family room with fireplace, down stairs bedroom & bathroom with step in shower, direct garage access, large master suite with en-suite updated master bathroom & two master closets, window shutters, central air & heating, brick paver driveway, 3 car garage and possible RV parking area. Located in the La Serna High School District.

I have listed a new property at 6769 Hillside Lane in Whittier. See details here

Whittier Hills executive home offers lots of privacy is located in the desirable & highly sought after street in the College Hills Historic District neighborhood located in the City of Whittier. This custom home was built in 1951 by Wallace Wiggins Sr, & is nestled in the hills next to Whittier College. 4 Bedrooms ,1 Full Bath, 2 ¾ Bath, 1 ½ Bath and is over 2600 square feet of two story living space, sitting on a grand lot size of 9576 square feet this home is an entertainers delight with great west view of this beautiful neighborhood and lights between the trees at night. Enter on the main level to the formal living room with a brick gas fireplace, a large adjacent room offers many possibilities for use as a den/family room, home office, playroom or as it is currently as a music room. This room offers a sweeping tree lined view framing the city lights. The dining room connects right off the kitchen & has a wall of storage cabinets. Light and bright kitchen offers quartz countertop, plenty of cabinet storage & pantry, and outside balcony patio dining area. Downstairs master suite has a huge walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom, fireplace and sliding glass door leading to the 2nd outdoor deck area. All 3 remaining bedrooms are spacious, with one offering private quarters with its own outside entry & en-suite bathroom. Large laundry room with plenty of storage sits adjacent to a large utility room with it's own entrance offers endless best use of space possibilities. Huge 40’x20’ pool with a deep end & diving board, updated with a beautiful gray bottom finish, new heater, pump & filter. Stunning pool deck area with many levels of surrounding privacy with citrus trees, olive trees, pomegranate trees and landscaping around the pool. Other amenities include: newer roof, custom window shades, new sewer liner, ABS plumbing lines & one year old 50 gallon water heater. Located within walking distance of Whittier College and Uptown Whittier dining and retail stores.

I have listed a new property at 617 Downey Road S in Los Angeles. See details here

Great Investment Opportunity in East Los Angeles! Both units are 3 bedroom / 1 bathroom with their own laundry facilities.  Great for owners to live in one and rent the other for income potential.  Rear unit is currently vacant & the front unit is occupied by family member & will be delivered vacant at close of escrow.  Both units have updated large kitchen with granite counter tops, lots of cabinet storage space and countertop space, recessed lighting,  an inside laundry room off the kitchen in unit 617, laundry in the breezeway for unit 615, and a breakfast bar and separate dining area.  Bathrooms have been updated. Other updated systems are central air conditioning and heating for both units, updated sewer line, gated parking area for 6 cars, separate gas & electrical meters, and some newer windows.  Garage has been converted into a workshop and could be an opportunity to add ADU for additional income (buyer to check city/county). Property is centrally located to public transportation, freeways and shopping.

I have listed a new property at 617 Downey Road S in Los Angeles. See details here

Great Investment Opportunity in East Los Angeles! Both units are 3 bedroom / 1 bathroom with their own laundry facilities.  Great for owners to live in one and rent the other for income potential.  Rear unit is currently vacant & the front unit is occupied by family member & will be delivered vacant at close of escrow.  Both units have updated large kitchen with granite counter tops, lots of cabinet storage space and countertop space, recessed lighting,  an inside laundry room off the kitchen in unit 617, laundry in the breezeway for unit 615, and a breakfast bar and separate dining area.  Bathrooms have been updated. Other updated systems are central air conditioning and heating for both units, updated sewer line, gated parking area for 6 cars, separate gas & electrical meters, and some newer windows.  Garage has been converted into a workshop and could be an opportunity to add ADU for additional income (buyer to check city/county). Property is centrally located to public transportation, freeways and shopping.

I have listed a new property at 732 Spanish Oak Lane S in La Puente. See details here

Welcome Home to 732 S. Spanish Oak Lane, located in the Oak Glen community just a few blocks from the Avocado Heights. This spacious four bedrooms, two and a half bathroom home was built in 2006 and offers 1781 Sq. Ft. of living space. This is a DETACHED planned unit development, with NO common walls, built in 2006 -legal description shows a condo - it is a detached house. Spacious open floor plan, with all bedrooms upstairs, including master suite with walk in closet & dual sink vanity. Other amenities include: laundry room with storage located on 2nd floor, recessed lighting, pendant lighting in kitchen, large kitchen with lots of cabinet storage space, central air conditioning & heating, two-car attached garage with direct access to the home, rear backyard patio area with pavers & block wall fencing. Neighborhood is located close to the Golf Course, Schools, shops and freeways, street has houses only on one side, has very low neighborhood traffic. First time on the market! Low HOA fee of $50.00 per month.

I have listed a new property at 1540 Carol Street in La Habra. See details here

This executive single story home is located in the highly sought after area of La Habra Crest, located in Orange County, this neighborhood is nestled at the base of La Habra Heights. Property is surrounded by beautiful lush landscaping views from the front and rear of the home. Offering 4 bedrooms / 3 bathrooms and is 2,457 square feet, sitting on a lot size of 9,834. Enter through a gated atrium courtyard surrounded by lush and mature green plants to double glass entry doors. Open floor plan awaits you with a huge formal living room with built-in cabinetry with a full wall of windows leading to a serene backyard setting. Kitchen opens up to the formal dining area and spacious family room with fireplace, built-in bookshelves and a slider leading to the backyard. Spacious master suite with en-suite bathroom with large walk in custom closet. Tranquil backyard setting with tiered yard with large raised garden planters, mature citrus trees & is surrounded by block walls offers privacy plus setting. Property went under major renovation in 2010 with the following updates/upgrades being made: copper plumbing, electrical panel, recessed lighting, updated bathrooms,2 whole house fans, duct work, dual pane windows, Anderson sliding glass doors, all new stucco, insulation, sheer panels, tank less water heater with circulation pump, covered aluminum patio covers, BBQ area & hook up for spa. Roof is energy efficient with a heat shield and is 3 years old, HVAC was also replaced 3 years ago. This community offers 3 private parks for it's residents that also includes a tennis​​‌​​​​‌​‌​​​​​‌​​‌‌​​​​​‌​​​‌​‌ court.

I have listed a new property at 8427 Strub Avenue in Whittier. See details here

Located in Whittier’s highly desired Michigan Park neighborhood with very close proximity to Friendly Hills and award winning school district, this fully renovated, move-in ready, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home features a charming front porch with outdoor recessed lighting, long driveway with two car detached garage, custom she-shed, huge backyard with oversized pool & jacuzzi , updated pool heater with smart wireless technology and custom BBQ area for entertaining. Upon entry, the windows line the living room and dining area bringing in plenty of natural light with a view of your backyard oasis. This charming house features a fireplace, custom remodeled kitchen with updated appliances, custom updated bathrooms, refinished hardwood floors throughout, crown molding, recessed lighting ,central air, ceiling fans and indoor laundry. Added plus of updated electrical panel and new sewer line from the house to the city service. This is a one of a kind home, with too much charm to pass up! This home is a MUST SEE! Don’t miss this opportunity!