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A quiet Long Beach neighborhood
Those looking for a peaceful suburban setting in the middle of Long Beach can find it in Los Altos South, a residential neighborhood known for the size of its yards. “People usually move there for the family atmosphere and the bigger lots,” says Realtor and resident Justin Sidell who works with Dream Life Real Estate. The neighborhood’s other standout feature is its central location, which makes it ideal for those looking to commute to North Orange County or the South Bay. “There’s close proximity to everything,” Sidell says.
Jacaranda trees adorn the streets of Los Altos South with spring color.
Quiet streets in Los Altos South are perfect for your kids to play after school.
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Updated midcentury housing
Northeast of downtown Long Beach, Los Altos South was developed from the late 1940s through the 1960s. The winding streets are lined with sidewalks and larger, well-manicured yards with flourishing garden beds. As for housing options, there are mostly midcentury ranch-style homes and split-levels. That doesn’t mean it’s architecturally uninteresting though. Most houses in the area have been updated and remodeled, increasing the square footage — the neighborhood average is around 1600 square feet — and adding carefully crafted modern exteriors. “The homes in Los Altos were built back when people wanted bigger lots and smaller houses,” says Realtor and resident Joe Sopo who works with Keller Williams Realty. “Things have changed, obviously. There’s hardly a home in the neighborhood that hasn’t added bedrooms or bathrooms over the last few decades.” Ranch-style homes range from $1 million to $1.6 million, while split-levels start from $1 million and go up to $1.5 million. Whichever style, the neighborhood’s homes are sought-after. “There's low inventory, and a lot of buyers wanting to get in,” Sidell says.
You can see ranch homes updated with wide driveways and stylish front yards in Los Altos South.
You will find stylish modernized ranch homes, some featuring solar panels in Los Altos South.
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A centrally located SoCal neighborhood
Los Altos South is about 5 miles from downtown Long Beach. Residents can commute via East Anaheim Street, which can take 20 minutes or longer during rush hour. Situated just south of the 405, the neighborhood is also less than 30 minutes from Hawthorne and Torrance to the west, and Irvine and Anaheim to the east. Plus, it’s just 10 minutes from Junipero Beach. If residents want public transportation, they can hop on a Long Beach Transit bus. For medical services, residents can go to Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, about 5 miles away. The closest major airport is Long Beach Airport, located 3 miles from the neighborhood.
Homes on quiet streets and well manicured yards are common in Los Altos South area.
Spring flowers bloom in lush front yard landscaping in South Los Altos.
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Well-rated Long Beach public schools
Students in the area are served by the Long Beach Unified School District, which earns an A grade according to Niche. Gant Elementary School also has an A rating, while Stanford Middle School has an A-minus grade. With an A-plus rating, Millikan High School offers five learning pathways, including performing arts, business and software engineering.
Stanford Middle School offers modest class sizes and great instruction for junior high students.
The main entrance to Minnie Gant Elementary School welcomes students and families alike.
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Plentiful strip mall retail
The North Los Altos Shopping Center anchors the middle of the neighborhood at the intersection of East Stearns Street and North Bellflower Boulevard, and is walkable from some homes. This convenient strip mall has big box stores and local restaurants. When locals need to pick up groceries, they have their pick of five major supermarkets in the neighborhood, which include Trader Joe’s and organic grocer Lazy Acres. For retail shopping, locals can stop by Target. There are also plenty of restaurant choices, like Sushi Kara, a local spot for sushi and noodles. MVP’s Grill is the neighborhood's go-to sports bar. Kennedy’s Craft Kitchen & Cocktails has a laidback feel and happy hour specials.
The Target on Bellflower has expanded its grocery section recently.
Lazy Acres is a grocery store specializing in natural foods and an extensive deli section.
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Municipal parks
Los Altos Park, directly across the street from the North Altos Shopping Center, has a playground with a swing set and plenty of open fields and shady trees. “Stearn’s Park has that family-friendly vibe,” Sidell says. Just to the west of the neighborhood, it offers ballfields, basketball courts and a dog-friendly place to walk. El Dorado Park, only a mile to the east, sprawls over 600 acres of land. The scenic nature park has a public golf course, a large skate park and miles of walking paths around multiple ponds. It's also home to Long Beach’s enormous community garden.
Practicing baseball plays in the Los Altos South neighborhood.
Los Altos Park features green space and a playground.
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Nearby California State University, Long Beach
With California State University Long Beach bordering the neighborhood to the south, the neighborhood has access to campus attractions like Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden. Ideal for calm strolls, it features a koi pond, waterfalls and bonsai. Plus, Los Altos South residents can easily get to all the events on the CSU Long Beach calendar.
Cal State Long Beach is located directly adjacent to Los Altos South.
Students attend CSULB which is conveniently located to Los Altos South.
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Parks in this Area
Stearns Champions Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
El Dorado Park West
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Golf
Los Altos Park
Picnic Area
Playground
College Estates Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Los Altos Plaza Park
Playground
Bouton Creek Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Whaley Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
8 min drive
Bus
Stearns & Senasac SE
Bus
Atherton & Stearnlee NW
Bus
Stearns & Fanwood NW
Bus
Bellflower & Los Coyotes SW
Bus
Stearns & Stearnlee SE
Bus
Bellflower & Britton NE
Bus
Atherton & Vuelta Grande NW
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Los Altos South
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Los Altos South Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Los Altos South, Long Beach sell after 110 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Los Altos South, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $310,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This move-in ready home features engineered birch floors, recently sanded and refinished. Freshly painted inside and out with a new garage door opener and all-new copper plumbing. Both bathrooms have been fully renovated with stylish ceramic tile. Each of the three bedrooms includes ceiling fans.Enjoy a spacious layout with a formal dining room, LED recessed lighting throughout, and a modern
Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled in the desirable Los Altos neighborhood of Long Beach. Thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom, this home boasts timeless upgrades featuring new laminate flooring and fresh new paint throughout. The kitchen has been fully upgraded with white oak cabinets, new SS appliances, and a classic backsplash. Both bathrooms are fully
BLANK CANVAS OPPORTUNITY! Design it yourself! Located in beautiful Los Altos neighborhood. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 1,453 sq. ft. of living space on a 6,116 sq. ft. lot with a large second family room. The kitchen is spacious with opportunity for an open concept layout. Original hardwood floors throughout including the carpeted front bedrooms. It has central air-conditioning and
TWO NEW AND FULLY SEPARATE HOMES on one lot (one 4bed-3bath + a 2bed-2bath) for INVESTORS and/or FAMILIES in the sought-after Los Altos neighborhood—offering excellent rental income potential, multigenerational living, and future-ready infrastructure near Cal State Long Beach and top-rated schools. Located on one of the best streets in the area, this property includes a fully remodeled main home
Live the Long Beach Lifestyle in a Prime Location! Welcome to this beautifully upgraded home in one of Long Beach’s most desirable neighborhoods, Los Altos. From the moment you arrive, pride of ownership shines—fresh exterior paint, a newer roof and lots of upgrades and amenities for excellent peace of mind. Step inside to an open-concept floor plan featuring gleaming wood floors, a cozy
Welcome to this delightful two bedroom, one bathroom home with exceptional curb appeal. With its inviting front porch and large picture windows, this home exudes charm and character both inside and out, offering a bright, cheerful living space. Plenty of windows throughout fill the home with natural light. Step inside to discover gorgeous, restored original hardwood floors that add warmth and
Property Id: 1989331Welcome to this charming 6 bedroom, 2 bathroom single family home in Long Beach, CA! Built in 1955, this property offers modern amenities such as a dishwasher, washer/dryer, and fireplace. With utilities included and pet-friendly for small dogs, this is the perfect place to call home. Don't miss out on this gem!
This studio apartment is available now. However, I can hold the apartment for up to 2 weeks!!! Sorry no pets/ non smoking property/ no cosignersResidential area (90815) walking distance to Cal state University/New unit Patio in front of unit with BBQ! Electrical air conditioning and heating
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,977
Median Age
43
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$125,580
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,489
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
55%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.2%
% Population in Labor Force
64.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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