College Square
Neighborhood in Long Beach, California
Los Angeles County 90805
Affordable Spanish-style homes and manufactured houses
The streets of the small, walkable neighborhood are decorated with small to mid-size single-family homes, primarily ranch-style houses and Spanish-influenced abodes. Most single-family housing was built during the late 1940s and ranges from $650,000 to $740,000. A collection of manufactured homes provides an alternative option. Prices range from $55,000 for an 850-square-foot model to $160,000 for a renovated 920-square-foot three-bedroom model. “It’s a transitional neighborhood with a lot of older, post-war housing that you see all over California,” says Alan Fasnacht, Realtor for Team Fasnacht Realty. “It’s attractive for first-time homebuyers.” The typical single-family home is between 1,000 and 1,200 square feet with garages, pools and beautifully landscaped lawns dotted with cacti, towering palms and fruit trees.
Close to the LA River trails and bike paths
While there are no parks directly in College Square, there are several in the nearby neighborhoods and other opportunities for residents to explore the outdoors. The neighborhood is just west of the LA River, where residents can kayak, bike the LA River Bikeway and hike the 10-mile portion of the LA River Trail. Just over the eastern boundary is Coolidge Park, a 6-acre green space with a baseball field, spray pool, basketball court, playground and a community center. On the other side of the river is the picturesque 50-acre DeForest Park. Here, residents can hop on the nature trail, play pickleball, sand volleyball or explore its wetlands preserve and wildlife habitat. Surfers and beach bums appreciate College Square’s proximity to Long Beach shores – a short drive and perfect for a day trip filled with surfing, swimming and sun.
Latin American cuisine and markets
Latin American and soul foul mom and pops define College Square and are beloved by its residents. Zamora Bros Restaurant is a staple known for its carne asada burritos, homemade salsas and birria tacos. Miss C’s Gumbo & Soul Food is also a popular, no-frills spot for comfort food, serving up heaping portions of gumbo with shrimp, chicken and sausage and peach cobbler. For more comfort food, Robert Earl’s BBQ is the go-to joint. A cozy, laid-back restaurant, locals rave about its ribs, smoked BBQ chicken sandwiches and southern sides. Latin American markets are also prevalent, from La Bodega Ranch Market to El Nuevo Guadalajara Market, providing specialized goods and spices The nearby Donuts Queen is a popular stop for sweet treats and food on the go. Gateway Towne Center is under 2 miles from College Square in neighboring Compton, which offers over 25 stores, including big-box retailers, national chains and Aldi for groceries. For entertainment, head next door to Compton to Crystal Casino, which boasts over 35 table games, including poker and Texas Hold ‘Em.
A community-focused neighborhood
An active community organization serves the neighborhood. The College Square Association regularly sponsors monthly cleanups, back-to-school gatherings, resource fairs, neighborhood safety campaigns and candidate forums.Central to it all
Major roadways surround College Square. Bus stops dot Long Beach Boulevard and Artesia Avenue, which is just a short ride away from the A-Line light rail train station. Adjacent to Artesia Avenue is the Gardena Freeway, which connects directly west to State Road 47 and directly east to Interstate 710. SR 47 provides easy access to the Wilmington Oil Refinery and the Port of Long Beach, the area’s two biggest employers. The 710, also known as the Long Beach Freeway, connects to the 405 and further south to the city’s downtown waterfront. “People who live in that area really love the proximity to all the freeways and how quickly they can get to other areas of Los Angeles,” says Fasnacht. The nearest airport is Long Beach, an 8-mile drive from the neighborhood.
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College square schools make the grade
Long Beach Unified School District serves the area, and local students attend Starr King Elementary, Hamilton Middle School and Jordan High School, all earning a B-minus on Niche. Starr King provides a Head Start Program, a summer camp and social-emotional learning support. Jordan High offers tennis and basketball teams, a running club and a talent show. The neighborhood is within walking distance of Compton College, which offers 43 degree programs and is ranked the 26th-best community college in California by Niche. The 88-acre campus is home to the MLB Youth Academy, which partners with urban communities to teach youth baseball and softball. The first Urban Youth Academy was founded in nearby Compton in 2006.
Written By
Amy David
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sonia Bayek
Sonia Bayek
Responds QuicklyFirst Team Real Estate
(424) 842-4430
63 Total Sales
1 in College Square
$680,000 Price
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Gerry Nicks
Gerry Nicks
Keller Williams South Bay
(424) 370-0766
166 Total Sales
1 in College Square
$780,000 Price
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Cody Charnell
Cody Charnell
Sage Real Estate Group, Inc.
(424) 788-0870
51 Total Sales
2 in College Square
$895,000 Price Range
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Celex Buenrostro
Celex Buenrostro
CARDONA REALTY
(626) 298-8341
23 Total Sales
2 in College Square
$109K - $131K Price Range
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Lorena Gama
Lorena Gama
Century 21 Allstars
(562) 526-1583
40 Total Sales
2 in College Square
$585K - $760K Price Range
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Autumn Anderson
Autumn Anderson
WGroup Realtors
(424) 417-2439
52 Total Sales
1 in College Square
$755,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Houghton Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Coolidge Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
South Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Kelly Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
DeForest Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Ellerman Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | College Square | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
College Square Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in College Square, Long Beach sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in College Square, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $739,000, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$735,000
Median Sale Price
$739,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$729,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$825,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
25%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$459
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
293
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1948
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,185
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,778
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,809
Median Age
32
Population Density
35 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,578
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,488
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
55.9%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
6.3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
67.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
56
/ 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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