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A neighborhood in the heart of the city within walking distance of the ocean
Downtown Long Beach is home to the city’s most iconic features, from the Queen Mary and Aquarium of the Pacific to the waters of Queensway Bay and boats docked in the slips of Shoreline Marina. Residents of the impressive Downtown high-rises enjoy city and ocean views and accessibility to the city’s many amenities. Restaurants and small businesses vie for space in Downtown’s competitive retail scene. And those who live there are surrounded by some of the city’s most sought-after amenities. “It’s attractive to people who want to live in a full amenities area who don’t want to manage a house or a backyard,” says Long Beach resident and Vista Sotheby's International Realty real estate agent Nancy Deprez. “You’re moving there for the lifestyle.”
Downtown Long Beach is true beach living with shopping and impeccable views.
Midcentury Condo and International Tower are some top spots to live in Downtown Long Beach.
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Dozens of diverse restaurants within walking distance
“There are over 15 coffee shops and a ton of great restaurants, so you have your pick,” says Asia Morris, Communications & Marketing Manager at Downtown Long Beach Alliance. “Day-to-day living here would include walking to get your coffee at a local shop and running errands at a mom-and-pop shop like Anna’s Joint. You might go to yoga at Yoga 108 and then go to lunch somewhere like Ammatoli, known for its Levantine food. If you’re vegan, there are a few great options.” Downtown is full of restaurants, from upscale seafood at Parker’s Lighthouse on the water to more casual options like Modica’s Deli, known for its sandwiches and pasta. “We have everything from H and M to local boutiques,” Morris says. While specialty boutiques selling apparel and accessories are scattered throughout Downtown, shoppers can also hit up The Pike Outlets and Shoreline Village, which are outdoor retail strips operating near the water. For essentials, locals have their favorites among the many convenience stores, like 562 Daisy Market or Chestnut Market. A Vons also operates in the neighborhood for more extensive shopping trips.
Enjoy dining with ocean views at the Parker's Lighthouse in Downtown Long Beach.
Shoreline Village is a fun strip of shopping and dining on the edge of the water in Downtown.
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"There's Always something to do"
Downtown is Long Beach’s social hub. “There’s always something to do and get you out and about and walking around,” says Morris. “There’s so much to do, like the Aquarium of the Pacific and the Museum of Latin Art. We also have art galleries. We have so many so many events, like Pride and smaller festivals. It’s big and small across the board.”
Downtown Long Beach boasts one of the top aquariums in the country, Aquarium of the Pacific.
Museum of Latin American Art is a must-see exhibit just outside of Downtown.
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High-rise towers offer sought-after views
Downtown Long Beach offers city living within walking distance of the beach. Tall condominium towers offer views of the bay or the city. “It’s a fun place for young people,” says Scott Underwood, Long Beach resident and Realtor at Meadowbrook Realty. “There aren’t any single-family homes. It’s mostly condos and rental units, so you get a lot of young professionals moving to the area.” Housing options range from smaller studio units to multibedroom condos, ranging in price from $365,000 to $1.2 million. Many of these residential towers offer concierge service, pools and security. “You’re walkable to everything you’d need, and you'll have security to watch your condo,” says Deprez. Downtown receives a CAP Index Crime Score of 9 out of 10 compared to a national score of 4, making on-site security an appealing amenity
With condos being the dominant home style in Downtown, everything becomes walking distance.
High rise condos are the primary type of living in Downtown Long Beach.
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Kids attend local Long Beach schools
Kids can begin school at Cesar Chavez Elementary School, which earned a B-minus from Niche. They can go on to attend George Washington Middle School, which also earned a B-minus. They can complete their education at Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo High School, graded B-plus. The school offers AP and technical courses, including the Academy of Global Logistics, which aims to provide industry-relevant training through the Port of Long Beach.
Cesar Chavez Elementary School offers dual immersion education.
Washington Middle School main entrance welcomes students from grades 6-8.
Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo High School in Long Beach was first established in 1996.
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Seaside parks near Downtown
Residents are only a short walk or bike ride to Alamitos Beach. The neighborhood offers plenty of seaside parks ringing the bay, from Shoreline Aquatic Park, known for its scenic views and picnicking space, to Rainbow Lagoon, comprised of two islands connected by arched rainbow bridges. Animal lovers enjoy Golden Shore Marine Biological Reserve Park, where visitors can catch glimpses of aquatic life and native and migratory birds. For a more traditional park with playgrounds and game courts, locals visit Cesar Chavez Park.Aquarium of the Pacific, the largest aquarium in Southern California with about 12,000 animals, operates in Downtown Long Beach and hosts numerous educational and social events. Locals are within walking distance of popular events like the Downtown Long Beach Art Walk, where visitors browse the many local galleries and Taste of Downtown, where visitors sample food and drinks prepared by Downtown’s expert chefs and mixologists. Summer on Pine is a new event series sponsored by Downtown Long Beach Alliance. “With the support of the city council, we closed down some of the streets and are hosting a bunch of fun events,” says Morris. “We’ve had a health fair, a roller disco, and have more live entertainment planned.”
Shoreline Aquatic Park in Downtown Long Beach plays host to a lighthouse on a small hill.
Enjoy a walk or scoot around Rainbow Lagoon Park.
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Getting around by Long Beach light rail
Getting around Downtown is easy, from the centrally located light rail station, which travels through the city and 20 miles north to Los Angeles, to the circulating Long Beach bus system. Walk Score calls this neighborhood a Walker’s Paradise, thanks to the sidewalks and densely packed city blocks, which put shopping, dining and entertainment in easy reach. For those who drive, Ocean Boulevard runs through the neighborhood and trails the length of the coast. Long Beach Airport is less than 10 miles north of Downtown.
The metro can take you from Downtown Long Beach to Downtown LA.
Downtown Long Beach commuters can find bus stops in various parts of the neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
9
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
9
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
10
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown, Long Beach sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $630,000, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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