Atherton South
Midcentury modern and ranch-style homes
The neighborhood’s neat organization of sidewalk-lined residential blocks creates a quiet setting for residents to stroll around the streets and get to know each other. The homes that fill these blocks are midcentury tract homes built in the 1940s through the 1950s. “I think the neighborhood is sought-after for its midcentury homes,” says Realtor Karla Campos-Fuentes, who has been selling Long Beach since 2010. “They’re older, but they aren’t historic homes. You have the freedom to update it without getting permits and permission to change things.” Sopo agrees, noting that lots are large enough for people to add on and still have yards.Homes in Atherton South have varying style elements that give them individual personality, whether it’s the color of their facades or a bit of exterior stone or brickwork. Even in a time of high interest rates, Sopo says the homes are desirable and sell quickly. Prices in the community usually sit between around $800,000 and $1.2 million.
Highly rated school within walking distance
Campos-Fuentes says the schools are one of Atherton South’s biggest benefits. Long Beach offers school choice, but many sought-after schools are close by. Tincher Preparatory School is within walking distance from the neighborhood, serving kids from kindergarten through eighth grade and graded A by Niche. Students then advance to Woodrow Wilson High, another A-graded school offering the dedicated liberal arts-themed Wilson Academic Vision of Excellence program.Interstates border Atherton South
“It’s a great area for commuters,” says Campos-Fuentes. Interstates 405 and 605 run outside the neighborhood, making it easy to pull onto the highway and head anywhere in Long Beach or out of town. While the nearby highway is convenient, it does create noise pollution audible throughout the neighborhood. For those traveling out of town or abroad, Long Beach Airport is 5 miles northwest of Atherton South. The neighborhood does experience some overhead flight path noise from planes.Nearby shopping and dining centers
While Atherton South is almost exclusively residential, its location positions the neighborhood in desirable proximity to shopping, dining and entertainment options. “You’re not too far from anything,” says Sopo. The Shops at Rossmore is 5 miles east. Visitors can eat at restaurants, such as Islands Restaurants Seal Beach and Pick Up Sticks Fresh Asian Flavor, or pick up essentials at Target and Ralphs. North Los Altos Shopping Center is 2 miles north, providing locals access to Trader Joe’s and T.J. Maxx, the popular restaurant Bai Plu Thai and Sushi Bar and several chains.El Dorado Park is north of the neighborhood
While the neighborhood has no parks, Atherton South is only two miles south of Long Beach’s largest park. El Dorado Park spans nearly 400 acres and features walking trails, stocked fishing lakes, playgrounds, campgrounds, and more. Golfers can visit the El Dorado Park Golf Course, which is part of the park and open to the public.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Nancy Domino
Nancy Domino
Pacific Sterling Properties
(949) 942-8799
46 Total Sales
1 in Atherton South
$855,000 Price
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Lynsey Russell
Lynsey Russell
Keller Williams Pacific Estate
(424) 349-4623
137 Total Sales
2 in Atherton South
$896K - $921K Price Range
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John Binder
John Binder
ReMax Tiffany Real Estate
(424) 381-0619
100 Total Sales
1 in Atherton South
$720,000 Price
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Joshua Glaz
Joshua Glaz
The Ave
(657) 325-8448
247 Total Sales
1 in Atherton South
$929,000 Price
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Ling Beh
Ling Beh
RealiFi Realty, Inc.
(626) 714-2676
99 Total Sales
1 in Atherton South
$925,000 Price
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Melinda Elmer
Melinda Elmer
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 Masters
(562) 317-7284
265 Total Sales
1 in Atherton South
$785,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Rush Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
El Dorado Park West
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Golf
Edison Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
College Estates Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
El Dorado East Regional Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Channel View Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
- Playground
Whaley Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Atherton South | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Atherton South Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Atherton South, Long Beach sell after 235 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Atherton South, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $450,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$695,000
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$345,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
35%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$185
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
560
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,375
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,446
Median Age
44
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$161,932
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$173,642
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
College Graduates
58.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
77
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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