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.”
Michael Mucino
CAMDEN MCKAY REALTY
(909) 341-1278
127 Total Sales
1 in Hellman
$1,425,000 Price
Tyler Rogina
Compass
(424) 417-6460
124 Total Sales
1 in Hellman
$697,920 Price
Dave Smith
Re/Max College Park Realty
(424) 373-7838
78 Total Sales
2 in Hellman
$375,000 Price Range
Bobejo Kelley
Keller Williams Premier Prop.
(424) 292-6160
67 Total Sales
1 in Hellman
$875,000 Price
Allison Van Wig
Keller Williams Coastal Prop.
(562) 582-8861
250 Total Sales
1 in Hellman
$850,000 Price
Rory Cochrane
West Shores Realty, Inc.
(424) 372-8596
5 Total Sales
1 in Hellman
$501,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hellman | US |
|---|---|---|
| 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 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Hellman, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $631,500, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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