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$870,409$517 / 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 92How 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 $845,000 on Apr 29, 2025

9851 RUFUS AVE

WHITTIER, CA 90605
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,683 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.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$870K
$802K low$938K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$845,000 · Apr 29, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,147 (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.$861,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$603,330
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$258,570
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$210,006

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.Rock / Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Mulberry ElementaryB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
California High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Hillview Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: East Whittier City Elementary School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 90605These 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.46
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 100.364

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.3%
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.38,294
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,750 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,261
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,885
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.15 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

9851 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.

  • Worth more than 76% of homes in Whittier 90605
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Whittier 90605
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Whittier 90605
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Los Angeles County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Whittier 90605

What homes are worth in Whittier 90605

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

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$531K$2M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Whittier 90605.

How it measures up in Whittier 90605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whittier 90605.

Estimated value$870,409
CheaperTypical $761,752Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$517
CheaperTypical $575Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,683 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,370 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 9851 Rufus Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhittier 90605Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$870,40976% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$51725% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,683 ft²72% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac38% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than195029% of homes34% of homes

About 9851 Rufus Ave

How much is 9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA is $870,409 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $802,474 to $938,344. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA last sell?

9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA last sold on Apr 29, 2025 for $845,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA?

9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,683 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA built?

9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA?

9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA is assigned to Mulberry Elementary (elementary), rated B+; California High School (high), 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 9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA compare to other homes in Whittier 90605?

Among the 8,894 homes in Whittier 90605, it is worth more than 76% of them ($870,409 against a typical $761,752), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($517 against a typical $575), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,683 ft² against a typical 1,370 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1950 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 53% 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 9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9851 Rufus Ave, Whittier, CA was $3,147. The county assessed it at $861,900.

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