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A quiet, secluded neighborhood with highly rated schools in Long Beach
College Park Estates is a little-known neighborhood of Long Beach, which many of its residents actually prefer. The area’s atmosphere is quiet and suburban, with less traffic than nearby neighborhoods. “It’s a bit more secluded. It’s a somewhat private area,” says local Realtor Eduardo Becerra of Main Street Properties. College Park Estates’ tranquil setting is balanced by proximity to busier parts of Long Beach, making it convenient to highly rated schools, retail and highways. This gives the residential area a well-rounded feel, and the neighborhood remains desirable despite its relative obscurity.
Most of College Park Estates architecture is midcentury modern ranch-style homes.
The American and California flags fly proud over College Park Estates.
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Midcentury ranch-style homes and landscaped lawns in College Park Estates
The residential neighborhood features winding roads with barely any through traffic; it’s common to see neighbors lounging on porch furniture and kids playing basketball in their driveways. The peaceful atmosphere is reflected in the area’s low CAP Index Crime Score, a 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. The homes in College Park Estates were mostly built in the 1950s, resulting in many midcentury modern ranch-style homes. Many have been remodeled since, some with a second story or extra room. The backyards usually have enough space for patios, while the front yards are large enough for manicured garden beds, often landscaped with boxwood shrubs and palm trees. The houses range from $950,000 to $1.3 million, and buyers should keep an eye on the area’s hot market. “They’re very sought after,” Becerra says.
Yards are well manicured in College Park Estates.
$950,000 to $1.3 million will get you a home in College Park Estates.
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Long Beach Unified public schools, including Kettering Elementary School
Kettering Elementary School, Rogers Middle School and Woodrow Wilson High School have A ratings on Niche. In 2020, the elementary school won a National Blue Ribbon Award for its excellent academic performance. At the high school, students can choose course pathways centered around possible careers. These include the School of the Arts, the School of Leadership and Public Service, the School of Medicine and Biotechnology, and the School of Technology. The closest higher education option is California State University Long Beach, only about a mile away.
Kettering Elementary serves the students of College Park Estates.
Woodrow Wilson High School athletics are well regarded.
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College Estates Park and the San Gabriel River Trail
Many residents can walk to College Estates Park, located on the eastern edge of the neighborhood next to the San Gabriel River. The 2-acre recreation space offers a playground, basketball courts and tennis courts, which double as pickleball courts. There’s also a community center and a reservable picnic area ideal for parties. With its location on the San Gabriel River, the neighborhood has access to the 35-mile San Gabriel River Trail. Here locals bike, run, walk and even ride horses beside the waterway. The path starts from Azusa in the north and goes south to Seal Beach, where locals can go swimming in the Pacific Ocean or go fishing at a popular pier.
College Estates Park has a playground for families to enjoy.
The San Gabriel River Trail links College Park Estates to East LA and the Beach.
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Local businesses like Fantastic Café and Dey's Doughnuts & Croissants
In the neighborhood’s northwestern corner, there’s a shopping plaza home to a local mainstay. Dating back to 1979, Fantastic Café serves all-day breakfast in a casual diner atmosphere. The shopping center also has a family-owned bakery called Dey's Doughnuts & Croissants as well a 7-Eleven convenience store. The closest grocery store is Trader Joe’s, located 2 miles south of the community.
For a drink there's 49rs Tavern near College Park Estates.
Dey's Donuts is a great stop for croissants and sandwiches too.
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Attractions, including Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden
Because California State University Long Beach is about a mile away from the neighborhood, College Park Estates has access to some of the campus’s attractions, including Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden. The grounds offer a tranquil place to unwind, with a koi pond, bonsai trees and waterfalls. Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Ranch and Gardens, also located a mile away from College Park Estates, is an 1804 adobe home that offers free tours. On its grounds, there’s an active ranch where horses and barn animals roam.
North Alamitos Beach is home to the fantastic Museum of Latin American Art, MOLAA.
Proud owners and dads had a great time at the Father's Day Car Show Cornerstone.
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A 5-mile drive to downtown Long Beach and about 30 miles to downtown Los Angeles
College Park Estates is a car-dependent neighborhood. Via East Seventh Street, the neighborhood is about 5 miles east of downtown Long Beach. Residents can also take Interstate 605 to downtown Los Angeles, located about 30 miles north of the neighborhood. For public transportation, the community is served by the Orange County Transit Authority, which has a bus stop on Studebaker Road, right outside of the neighborhood shopping plaza. For medical care, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center is about 5 miles away. The neighborhood is about 5 miles southeast of the Long Beach Airport.
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Parks in this Area
Rush Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Edison Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
College Estates Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Jack Nichol Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Channel View Park
Dog Park
Trails
Playground
Whaley Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
10 min drive
College Park Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in College Park Estates, Long Beach sell after 2 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in College Park Estates, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $190,077, down 74% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
First time on the market is this stunning, remodeled and highly upgraded College Park Estates single family home. College Park Estates, built by S & S Construction, has stood the test of time, as one of the most highly regarded single family communities in East Long Beach. Situated on a quiet interior Cul-d-Sac street, 865 N. Karen Way features a stunning 3 Bedroom, 1-3/4 Bath single story home
Welcome to College Estates!! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own this gorgeous single-story home located in a desirable location. As you approach, enjoy the tasteful curb appeal, nice wide driveway and water-wise landscape aspects. Upon entry, also enjoy the bonus room located just off the front entry that can service a multitude of options and leads to the wonderfully updated
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Loree Swanenburg,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
791
Median Age
43
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$168,674
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$178,627
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.6%
College Graduates
55.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.6%
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®
79/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42/ 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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