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$802,483$550 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $780,000 on Apr 5, 2021

12042 S CIRCLE DR

WHITTIER, CA 90601
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,460 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$802K
$747K low$858K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$780,000 · Apr 5, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,653 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$861,179 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$658,140
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$203,039
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$844,294

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLOS ANGELES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Walter F. Dexter Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Longfellow Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Whittier High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Whittier Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 90601These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.395

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,730
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,923 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,632
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,942
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

12042 S Circle Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in North Whittier

What homes are worth in Whittier 90601

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$440K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Whittier 90601.

How it measures up in Whittier 90601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whittier 90601.

Estimated value$802,483
CheaperTypical $778,679Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$550
CheaperTypical $488Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,460 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,624 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 12042 S Circle Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth WhittierWhittier 90601Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$802,48357% of homes55% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55080% of homes76% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,460 ft²39% of homes38% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac48% of homes58% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than195653% of homes50% of homes50% of homes

About 12042 S Circle Dr

How much is 12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA is $802,483 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $747,219 to $857,747. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA last sell?

12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA last sold on Apr 5, 2021 for $780,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA?

12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,460 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA built?

12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA?

12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA is assigned to Walter F. Dexter Middle School (middle), rated C; Longfellow Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Whittier High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Whittier Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA compare to other homes in Whittier 90601?

Among the 8,311 homes in Whittier 90601, it is worth more than 55% of them ($802,483 against a typical $778,679), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($550 against a typical $488), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,460 ft² against a typical 1,624 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1956 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 48% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12042 S Circle Dr, Whittier, CA was $10,653. The county assessed it at $861,179.

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