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A highly desired Long Beach neighborhood
Alamitos Heights: where children play in front lawns, neighbors stroll under towering palm trees, and many choose to settle down. “Everyone wants to move to Alamitos Heights. It's very family-friendly, and the lots are bigger for more elbow room. It’s very walkable; everyone’s out walking their dogs,” says Realtor Craig Wallace who works with Think Boutiq and has over a decade of experience in the area. Although it may look like any suburb at first glance, the neighborhood’s entire western edge borders one park after the other, making it a focal point for swimming, jogging and playgrounds. The outdoorsy atmosphere matches its surrounding city. “It’s one of the quintessential Long Beach neighborhoods,” says Realtor Shannon Paul, who works with Zaia Estates and has over five years of experience in the area. With endless recreation, Alamitos Heights allows for an active and wholesome lifestyle close to the coast.
Beautiful homes nestled in a tree lined neighborhood in Alamitos Heights.
Homeowners take pride in their homes in this quiet and lush neighborhood.
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Diverse house styles on peaceful streets
Northeast of downtown Long Beach, Alamitos Heights gives residents a slice of suburban life. The quiet streets are lined with sidewalks and large yards often landscaped with palm trees and rose bushes. The area’s architecture evokes the history of the region from 1930s Mediterranean houses to midcentury ranch-style homes. Mediterranean houses range from $1.8 million to $2 million, while ranch-style homes start from $1.4 million and go up to $1.9 million. No matter the style, interested buyers should prepare themselves for the market: “It’s very high demand and very low inventory. There are multiple offers if the house has been remodeled. Recently, people have paid premiums for a house and then scrape it down to the ground and build a new one. That just shows how in-demand the neighborhood is,” Wallace says.
Mixed styles of substantial single family homes in Alamitos Heights.
Overview of the neighborhood with the golf course in the background.
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Many recreation options and swimming spots
Surrounded by parks on its west side, Alamitos Heights offers recreation from jungle gyms to swimming spots. “I think everyone with young children goes to Marina Vista Park. It's got a great playground,” Wallace says. Athletes also compete at the park’s tennis, pickleball and basketball courts. Colorado Lagoon’s wetland trails cross over the water with a bridge, which leads to a beach ideal for lounging and wading. “Right now, they are doing construction on Colorado Lagoon – the Open Channel Project. That will really make it quite amazing,” Wallace says. When the project is finished, a tidal channel will connect the lagoon to Marine Stadium. The stadium is a popular spot for water skiing, rowing and paddle boarding. It also has a small, sandy beach. Meanwhile, pet owners bring their furry friends to Recreation Park’s dog park or walk them around tree-lined paths. At Recreation Park Golf Course, locals can play on a 110-year-old course that's regarded as one of the best in the area.
Recreation Park Golf Course is a popular municipal course in the neighborhood.
Colorado Lagoon is a unique beach and wetland preserve.
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Marine Stadium events
Not only a park, the stadium hosts community events throughout the year, drawing crowds from all over Long Beach. “Marine Stadium has a weekly farmers market, along with concerts in the summer,” Paul says. The largest event of the year is the annual Sea Festival, where locals can watch dozens of people paddle together during the dragon boat races.
Water skiing at the Marine Stadium in Long Beach.
Marine Stadium in Long Beach hosts rowing and water skiing events.
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Highly rated Long Beach Unified schools
Students in the area are served by the Long Beach Unified School District, which earns an A grade according to Niche. Schools include Lowell Elementary, Rogers Middle School and Woodrow Wilson High, all earning A grades from Niche. With 150 clubs, the high school has activities ranging from a banned book club to stand-up comedy.
Lowell Elementary School has a great pick-up zone for students and parents.
Wilson High School entrance in Long Beach.
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Neighborhood restaurants and the Marina Pacifica Mall
Although Alamitos Heights is mostly residential, it has a couple of neighborhood restaurants for nights out, including Enrique’s for Mexican food. Diners munch on chips and salsa as they pore over a menu with combinations numbered one through 20. Those in the mood for a simple burger and beer can head to 49rs Tavern, which has that classic wood-paneled dimly lit pub feel. The tavern has been serving the neighborhood for decades. When locals need to do some serious shopping, the Marina Pacifica Mall is just a few blocks away and features a variety of department stores as well as supermarkets. These include Ralphs and Gelson’s, which has a hot bar and a wine bar.
Braised Pork Shank with creamy tomatillo sauce at Enrique's Mexican Restaurant on PCH.
Tantalum Restaurant in Marina Pacifica offers Thai cuisine and waterfront dining.
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5 miles to downtown Long Beach
Alamitos Heights is about 5 miles from downtown Long Beach via East Seventh Street. The neighborhood is also next to the Pacific Coast Highway for access to other California cities. Residents can catch a Long Beach Transit bus if they want to take public transportation. For medical services, residents can go to Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, located about 4 miles away. The closest major airport is Long Beach Airport, only 4 miles from the neighborhood.
Long Beach Transit connects the neighborhood with downtown and beyond.
Aerial of the neighborhood with the Marine Stadium in the background.
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Parks in this Area
Jellyfish Cove Park
Trails
Marine Stadium
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Boating
Marina Vista Park
Baseball/Softball
Lake
Picnic Area
Recreation Park
Baseball/Softball
Dog Park
Golf
Colorado Lagoon
Picnic Area
Playground
Alamitos Heights Park
Events
Multi-Purpose Field
Will Rogers Mini Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
9 min drive
Bus
7th & Pch NW
Bus
7th & Terraine SE
Bus
7th & Los Altos NW
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Alamitos Heights
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Alamitos Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alamitos Heights, Long Beach sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Alamitos Heights, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $362,500, down 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,537
Median Age
45
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,295
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$119,800
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
55.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
69/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
55/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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