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Whittier, CA

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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.

Rent Trends

As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Whittier, CA is $1,437 for a studio, $1,666 for one bedroom, $2,089 for two bedrooms, and $2,536 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Whittier has increased by 0.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,666/month
535 Sq Ft
House
$3,660/month
1,399 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,838/month
591 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,426/month
693 Sq Ft
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Transportation

77

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

57

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Schools

Daniel Phelan Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

534 Students

Leffingwell Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

541 Students

Ocean View Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

639 Students

Murphy Ranch Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

516 Students

Mulberry Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

489 Students

Rancho-Starbuck Intermediate

Public

Grades 7-8

749 Students

Katherine Edwards Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

916 Students

Hillview Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

580 Students

East Whittier Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,056 Students

Granada Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,101 Students

La Serna High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,410 Students

California High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,504 Students

Whittier High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,767 Students

Pioneer High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,152 Students

Frontier High (Continuation)

Public

Grades 9-12

476 Students

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 November 2025.