13978 Summit Drive, Whittier, CA 90602

• 4 beds |
• 6 baths |
• 4,753 sqft

Property Description

Perched on an expansive 1.02-acre hilltop lot in the highly coveted Mar Vista Heights neighborhood, 13978 Summit Drive is a masterful, custom-built luxury estate offering panoramic, unobstructed 270 degree views of the city lights and surrounding hillsides. Once featured in Architectural Digest for its standout design, this historic 1939 American Colonial Revival-style masterpiece represents an exceptional opportunity for discerning buyers seeking privacy, prestige, and unparalleled acreage in Whittier's elite enclave. The residence opens to a grand two-story floor plan featuring a spectacular foyer with spiral staircase that leads to the upper-level living quarters.Spanning 4,753 square feet of refined interior space, the home beautifully balances grand architectural scale with timeless comfort. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining, the formal living spaces flow effortlessly to a resort-style backyard oasis, centering around a sparkling pool set against a breathtaking panoramic backdrop. The residence accommodates family and guests with 4 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms and detached Cabana with 2 additional rooms, multiple fireplaces, covered Outdoor Patio all positioned to maximize the serene hilltop ambiance. Combining a rich architectural pedigree with a commanding geographical footprint, this iconic estate delivers an unmatched luxury lifestyle just moments from the Friendly Hills area.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

July 14, 2026

Data Last Updated:

July 29, 2026 at 2:11PM

Listing Office:

Century 21 Masters : 818-892-9314

Listing Agent:

Enrique Campos : 818-300-1595

MLS ID:

SR26152865

Interior

• General: 2 StaircasesBalcony
• Appliances: DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorDouble OvenGas Range
• Flooring: Wood
• A/C: Central Forced Air
• Heating: Forced Air Unit
• Fireplace: FP in Living RoomPatio/Outdoors
• Disability Feature: Parking

Exterior

• General: Guest HouseN/K
• Style: Colonial
• Other Structures: Guest House
• Pool: Below GroundPrivate
• Parking: Parking spaces: 3

Construction

• General: BrickStuccoWood2

Location

• HOA Amenities: 0.0
• Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
• County: Los Angeles

Lot

• Zoning: 8138022036
• View: Mountains/HillsOceanPanoramicOther/RemarksPoolCity Lights
• Fencing: Partial

Utilities

• Utilities: Sewer Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Sewer Paid

Financial

• Source: California Regional MLS