Whittier

Overview of Creek Park.
Enjoy a morning round of golf at Friendly Hills Golfing Club in Whittier.
Take a jog down The Whittier Greenway Trail.
Test your hiking skills at Hellman Park Trail.
Visit the Whittier Village Cinemas to catch a movie in an art deco movie palace.

Whittier, CA Area Guide

Los Angeles suburb savors nature access and central location.

Suburban Convenient Commuter Nature

Welcome to Whittier, a well-established city in Los Angeles County where historic architecture meets contemporary living. Originally founded by Quakers in the late 1800s, this community of 87,306 residents offers diverse housing options throughout its distinctive neighborhoods, from historic properties in the Uptown district to newer homes in Friendly Hills. The rental market currently shows moderate growth, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,631 monthly and experiencing a 1.4% increase over the past year. Two-bedroom units typically rent for $2,036, while three-bedroom homes command around $2,463 per month.

Life in Whittier centers around the historic Uptown district, where palm-lined Greenleaf Avenue features independent boutiques and eateries. The presence of Whittier College enriches the community with educational and cultural events. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the walking paths at Central Park and the extensive trail network throughout the Whittier Hills. The Uptown area showcases preserved Craftsman and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, while Friendly Hills features contemporary residential developments. History buffs can explore Pio Pico State Historic Park, the former estate of California's last Mexican governor, and the Bailey House, a testament to the city's Quaker roots. Regular community events and festivals take place throughout the year, and residents appreciate the convenient location within the greater Los Angeles area.

Explore the City

Take a jog down The Whittier Greenway Trail.

Test your hiking skills at Hellman Park Trail.

Visit the Whittier Village Cinemas to catch a movie in an art deco movie palace.

Local mom and pop shops are widely available throughout the Whittier area.

Every Wednesday, you can attend Whittier’s Night Market.

Uptown Whittier residents enjoy Monday concerts in the park at Central Park.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Whittier, CA is $1,437 for a studio, $1,660 for one bedroom, $2,106 for two bedrooms, and $2,538 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Whittier has increased by 0.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,660/month
535 Sq Ft
House
$4,028/month
1,549 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Whittier, CA is for everyday living.

Very Walkable

77 / 100

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Minimal Transit

1 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Bikeable

57 / 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Ceres Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Murphy Ranch Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Lake Marie Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Daniel Phelan Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Jordan Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Granada Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Hillview Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

East Whittier Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Katherine Edwards Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

La Serna High

Public

Grades 9-12

Pioneer High

Public

Grades 9-12

California High

Public

Grades 9-12

Whittier High

Public

Grades 9-12

Frontier High (Continuation)

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Pio Pico State Historic Park
  • La Habra Historical Museum
  • Children's Museum at La Habra
  • Schabarum Regional Park
  • Whittier Narrows Nature Center

Airports

  • Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
  • John Wayne/Orange County

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.