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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.
Property Type(s):
Single Family
| Last Updated | 7/15/2026 | Year Built | 1939 |
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| Community | 670 - Whittier | Garage Spaces | 3.0 |
| County | Los Angeles |
SCHOOLS
| High School | Whittier |
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Additional Details
| AIR | Central Air |
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| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator |
| AREA | 670 - Whittier |
| BASEMENT | Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION | Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding |
| EXTERIOR | Balcony |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Attached Garage, Yes |
| HEAT | Central |
| INTERIOR | Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan |
| LOT | 1.0249 acre(s) |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 44645 |
| PARKING | Attached, Driveway, Paved, Garage Faces Rear |
| POOL | Yes |
| POOL DESCRIPTION | Private, In Ground |
| STORIES | 2 |
| STYLE | Colonial |
| UTILITIES | Sewer Connected |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | City Lights, Hills, Ocean, Panoramic, Pool |
| WATER | Public |
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