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$743,981$474 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $156,000 on Aug 25, 1997

9542 RUFUS AVE

WHITTIER, CA 90604
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,569 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
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

$744K
$714K low$774K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$156,000 · Aug 25, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,145 (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.$294,827 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$135,491
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,336
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$289,059

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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
California High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Mulberry ElementaryB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Hillview Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: East Whittier City Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 90604These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.382

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,474
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,261 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,436
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,508
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.14 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

9542 Rufus Ave 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 less per square foot than 78% of homes in Whittier 90604
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Whittier 90604
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Whittier 90604
  • Older than 86% of homes in Whittier 90604

What homes are worth in Whittier 90604

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

This home
$515K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Whittier 90604.

How it measures up in Whittier 90604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whittier 90604.

Estimated value$743,981
CheaperTypical $768,269Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$474
CheaperTypical $545Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,569 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,415 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 9542 Rufus Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhittier 90604Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$743,98140% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47422% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,569 ft²66% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac20% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than195114% of homes36% of homes

About 9542 Rufus Ave

How much is 9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA is $743,981 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $714,022 to $773,940. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA last sell?

9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA last sold on Aug 25, 1997 for $156,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA?

9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,569 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA built?

9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA?

9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA is assigned to California High School (high), rated B+; Mulberry Elementary (elementary), rated B+; Hillview Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in East Whittier City Elementary School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA compare to other homes in Whittier 90604?

Among the 9,462 homes in Whittier 90604, it is worth more than 40% of them ($743,981 against a typical $768,269), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($474 against a typical $545), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,569 ft² against a typical 1,415 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1951 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 37% 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 9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9542 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA was $4,145. The county assessed it at $294,827.

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