Whittier, CA
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

$521 Avg asking sale price
$23 Avg asking lease rate
7,923 SF Avg unit lease size
24,221 SF Avg building size for sale
6.08% Average cap rate

Whittier's Demographic Profile

Whittier has 27,172 households and a median income of $85,994, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A -4% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 82,866
# Households 27,172
Median age 40
Median household income $85,994
Avg household size 3.0
Renter-occupied housing units 11,606
5-year population change -4%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Whittier $362 9,850 SF 7.20%
Santa Fe Springs $468 18,852 SF 3.30%
La Habra Heights $670 5,234 SF 6.10%
Nearby Industrial Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Whittier $441 53,506 SF 4.34%
Pico Rivera $311 49,770 SF 6.70%
Santa Fe Springs $393 51,164 SF 6.70%
South El Monte $362 15,702 SF 4.41%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Whittier $670 9,628 SF
Hacienda Heights $437 2,520 SF
Pico Rivera $1,047 9,795 SF
Santa Fe Springs $1,028 9,290 SF
La Habra Heights $585 6,041 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Whittier $454 19,762 SF 7.37%
Pico Rivera $382 10,896 SF 5.38%
Santa Fe Springs $666 12,766 SF 5.62%
South El Monte $555 5,938 SF 5.74%
La Habra $389 53,538 SF 5.23%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Whittier

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

Flexible Industrial Lot Zoned M-1

Whittier, CA 90605

  • 700 SF Industrial Building
  • $1,195,000
For Sale

16417 Whittier Blvd

Whittier, CA 90603

  • 9,275 SF Office Building
  • 6.10% Cap Rate
  • $3,950,000
For Sale

Six (6) Unit Small Bay Industrial Building

Whittier, CA 90606

  • 8,590 SF Industrial Building
  • $2,500,000
For Sale

10012-10018 Painter Ave

Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670

  • 9,793 SF Industrial Building
  • 4.34% Cap Rate
  • $3,025,000
For Sale

11830 Wakeman St

Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670

  • 22,800 SF Industrial Building
  • $7,500,000
For Sale

The Kemp Building

Whittier, CA 90602

  • 8,476 SF Office Building
  • 6.86% Cap Rate
  • $1,898,000

Average Price For Sale

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Whittier pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Whittier $521 24,221 SF
Hacienda Heights $519 32,144 SF
Pico Rivera $573 25,144 SF
Santa Fe Springs $630 36,187 SF
La Habra Heights $510 14,349 SF

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Whittier alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Whittier or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Whittier 82,866 27,172 40 $85,994 3 11,606 -4%
Hacienda Heights 50,405 15,304 44 $100,480 3 3,987 -4%
Pico Rivera 56,957 15,430 39 $82,272 4 4,809 -4%
Santa Fe Springs 17,504 5,254 40 $79,981 3 2,107 -5%
La Habra Heights 5,078 1,687 49 $183,792 3 205 -5%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Whittier, CA and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Whittier

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Is Whittier a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Whittier offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Whittier?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in Whittier. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Whittier?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for Whittier. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does Whittier compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to Whittier. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for Whittier acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in Whittier, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.

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