Located in the heart of Long Beach, Central offers a well-connected urban setting with quick access to Downtown, as well as freeways and Metro rail. The neighborhood often attracts homebuyers with its diverse housing options and relatively low price points. With parks, locally owned restaurants and schools close to home, it’s also a convenient and comfortable place to settle.
Along the neighborhood’s streets, you’ll see everything from bungalows and duplexes to low-rise apartment buildings and modern condos. Many of the remaining single-family options date back to the early 1900s, and some now have accessory dwelling units to generate rental income. Overall, most Central residents rent, and buyers often come here for the investment potential.
Houses tend to sell from the low $500,000s to the upper $700,000s, and condo units usually range from the mid-$300,000s to the low $400,000s. Multifamily properties tend to range from the mid-$900,000s to around $1.8 million. The median sale price is in the low $600,000s, well below the citywide median. “It’s a good place to get started in Long Beach real estate,” says Jack Nendel, Realtor with Re/Max Platinum Realty. “The buy-in is a bit lower, but you’re still close to downtown, and you have an easy route to the 710 if you need to commute.”
True to its name, Central offers a prime location with convenient access to both city attractions and travel. The Pacific Coast Highway runs along the neighborhood's northern edge, and Interstate 710 is just a short drive to the west. You’re roughly 25 miles from Downtown LA, a trip that typically takes anywhere from 45 minutes to well over an hour in peak traffic. Anaheim is a similar distance, but the commute time is generally shorter.
Not everyone drives to work, however. Metro A Line stations along Long Beach Boulevard provide a car-free option for getting to downtown Long Beach, downtown LA and other parts of the region. Alamitos Avenue also includes bike lanes, making it easier to ride to and from DTLB.
Central is home to a few independent shops and two grocery stores, which makes running errands convenient. There are also a variety of local dining spots, including Poly Burgers, a longtime community favorite, plus:
Families are served by the Long Beach Unified School District. Long Beach Polytechnic High School, located in the heart of the community, earns an A rating from Niche and offers academic pathways in global citizenship, health care and STEM. Nearby private options include St. Anthony High School, rated A-plus by Niche.
Even with its compact urban setting, Central still has a number of places to relax and play. You can visit:
A handful of events take place in the community each year. Long Beach Polytechnic High School's football games and concerts often draw visitors from around the area. In the spring, the Cambodia Town Parade and Culture Festival brings traditional Cambodian dance, music and food to Anaheim Street.
Albert Marin
Re/Max Top Producers
(951) 456-4305
66 Total Sales
1 in Central
$550,000 Price
Joshua Coburn
Chamberlain Real Estate
(858) 251-9237
50 Total Sales
1 in Central
$570,000 Price
Maria Guerrero
Y Realty
(424) 552-2340
11 Total Sales
1 in Central
$445,000 Price
Gaurav Datta
Y Realty
(562) 850-1338
2 Total Sales
1 in Central
$1,090,000 Price
Marvin Phillip
Y Realty
(562) 740-8346
32 Total Sales
1 in Central
$335,000 Price
Jane Castillo
Keller Williams Realty
(424) 283-4769
21 Total Sales
1 in Central
$420,000 Price
Airport
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
7 min drive
Subway
Pacific Coast Highway Station
Bus
Pch & Martin Luther King Jr SW
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Atlantic & 16th SW
Bus
Pch & Long Beach Blvd SE
Bus
Pch & Junipero SW
Bus
Anaheim & Olive NW
Bus
Alamitos & 16th SW
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Central | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Central, Long Beach sell after 142 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Central, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $620,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$700,000
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Median Sale Price
$620,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$760,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$455,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$530,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
15
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$496
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Number of Homes
967
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Number of Homes for Sale
6
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Median Year Built
1923
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Months of Supply
4.80
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,206
Significantly below the national average
1,934
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,336
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
864
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Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
968
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
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$1,799 - $2,919 per month
$1,645 per month
$1,645 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
14
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Median Rent
$2,100
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,250
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,845
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Median Townhouse Rent
$2,300
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Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,000
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Median Condo Rent
$1,995
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,995
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Total Population
11,834
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Median Age
34
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Population under 18
28.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
11.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$47,637
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$55,644
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High School Graduates
58.1%
Significantly below the national average
89%
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College Graduates
11.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
3.1%
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% Population in Labor Force
61.7%
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Annual Precipitation
12''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
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Annual Snowfall
0''
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Bikeability
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Transit
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