Hellman is a community in southern Long Beach known for its pocket of historic Craftsman-style homes. The neighborhood’s central location puts you close to popular shopping areas, beaches and other attractions. Families also have access to highly rated public schools.
Housing in Hellman changes from block to block. On certain streets, you’ll see mostly single-family houses, many of which are Spanish- and Craftsman-style designs from the early 1900s. Homes typically sell from the low $400,000s to the upper $900,000s.
In other parts of the neighborhood, multifamily properties are more common. Some are single-family homes that have been converted to duplexes or houses with accessory dwelling units. These smaller multifamily options tend to range from the upper $600,000s to around $1.2 million, while larger apartment buildings usually go from about $1.2 million to $4.3 million.
The area is home to the Hellman Street Craftsman Historic District, which covers several blocks in the center of the neighborhood. “It attracts people who love historic charm and enjoy preserving history,” says Tyler Rogina, broker associate with Compass, who has lived and worked in Long Beach for over 15 years. “You’ll see a lot of large porches, woodwork and tree-lined streets.” If you purchase one of the historic properties, Rogina says you’ll definitely face restrictions on exterior renovations, but you may be eligible for property tax savings under the Mills Act. “It’s a way to reduce your property taxes by reinvesting in the life of your home,” he says.
Hellman is part of the Long Beach Unified School District, which assigns students based on their address but also offers a school choice lottery. The neighborhood’s zoned schools are highly rated, including Lincoln and Burbank Elementary schools. Many older students go to Long Beach Polytechnic High School, known for its strong academics and wide range of extracurricular sports, including wrestling, lacrosse and water polo.
Most homes in Hellman are within walking distance of:
While Long Beach has a few major employers, including California State University, Long Beach, many residents commute to Orange County or Los Angeles. “We get a lot of overflow from LA — people who are priced out but want to stay in the county,” Rogina says. “LA is only about 25 miles away, but the trip can take around an hour and 15 minutes.”
Since Hellman is relatively close to Downtown Long Beach and to popular beachside neighborhoods, parking can be an issue. “Some homes have garages,” Rogina says. “But if you’re looking for on-street parking, you may be circling the block a few times.”
Dave Smith
REMAX Professionals
(424) 373-7838
75 Total Sales
2 in Hellman
$375,000 Price Range
Allison Van Wig
Keller Williams Coastal Prop.
(562) 582-8861
236 Total Sales
1 in Hellman
$850,000 Price
Rory Cochrane
West Shores Realty, Inc.
(424) 372-8596
5 Total Sales
2 in Hellman
$501,000 Price Range
Rebecca Sekulich
Compass
(424) 367-1735
47 Total Sales
1 in Hellman
$780,000 Price
Carlos Silva
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY COLLEGE PARK
(844) 808-1321
68 Total Sales
1 in Hellman
$820,000 Price
Cassidy Tutt
WGroup Realtors
(562) 553-8110
44 Total Sales
1 in Hellman
$980,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hellman | US |
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| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 8 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Hellman, Long Beach sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Hellman, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $625,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$599,999
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Median Sale Price
$625,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$631,500
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$680,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$625,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
17
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$690
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Number of Homes
881
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Number of Homes for Sale
5
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Median Year Built
1922
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Months of Supply
3.50
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,088
Significantly below the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,248
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
775
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Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
578
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
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Number of Homes for Rent
18
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Median Rent
$1,795
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,125
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,000
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Median Townhouse Rent
$2,300
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Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,300
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Median Condo Rent
$1,735
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,995
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Total Population
11,854
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Median Age
33
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Population Density
66 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
27.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
9.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$51,963
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$68,709
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High School Graduates
60.6%
Significantly below the national average
89%
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College Graduates
13.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
2.8%
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% Population in Labor Force
67.4%
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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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