16259 Aurora Crest Dr, Whittier, CA 90605

Alluring custom-built dream estate nestled in the highly coveted and guard-gated community, "Friendly Hills Estates". Enter through grand double doors and step into a gorgeous foyer w/a stunning spiral staircase, adjacent to a grand formal living rm complete with a floor-to-ceiling fireplace & formal dining rm, ALL perfect for entertaining! This 5-bed,4.5 bath estate offers so much! Embrace a lush and inviting master bedroom suite upstairs complete with updated flooring, jacuzzi jetted spa tub, oversized walk-in closet, & personal oak-paneled library/retreat sitting area! The master bath includes updated flooring, newly built designer cabinetry w/stunning marbled slab countertops. Enjoy the breeze on the outdoor viewing deck overlooking panoramic city lights & mountain views. Upstairs also features 3 other spacious JR suites with big closets, new wood-tiled flooring, & views, as well! Moreover, the main levels feature 1 bedroom w/a fully upgraded bathroom and 2 spacious closets (1 walk-in), there's also a guest powder bathroom for guests, a stunning chef's dream kitchen complete w/farm-style utility sink, beautiful granite countertops, intricate beautifully constructed wooden cabinetry, a large walk-in pantry, recessed lights, & high-end designer built-in stainless steel appliances including a new overhead exhaust fan. Take a step further into the connected family rm complete w/a custom, trendy wet bar perfect for hosting and for admiring the beautiful outdoor views from the large viewing deck. Both the kitchen & family rm are inlaid w/ high-quality walnut-colored engineered hardwood. The backyard oasis features a segregated outdoor space built out below the expansive viewing deck w/easy access and available electrical utility connection present. This usable space can be converted to another room or further built out for other creative/practical uses. Easily convertible and is currently used as storage space. Surrounding, admire the beautifully manicured lawns and landscaping w/efficient & updated irrigation drip systems in place, built-in brick BBQ w/'Viking' high-end appliances, and enjoy the tiered levels outlining the backyard boasting rows of mature fruit trees (apple, passion fruit, guava, 2 tangerine trees, pomegranate, grapefruit, peach wild figs, lemon), homegrown sweet potato leaf, fragrant osmanthus, a variety of other plant species, florals, & exotic trees. Come see to appreciate & make this incredible home yours!