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Lower Westside has quiet charm close to the Port of Long Beach
West of the Los Angeles River, Lower Westside is a quiet, residential neighborhood where you can break into the Long Beach housing market without the price tags you'll find closer to the beach. Most homes here are bungalows and duplexes from the mid-20th century, and prices are well below the citywide average. But even with the lower price point, you're just a five-minute drive from all the action and employers in Downtown and the Port of Long Beach. Interstate 710 is right next door, making it easy to commute up to Los Angeles. On top of that, there's a real sense of community here, with family-run restaurants and regular events at Admiral Kidd Park.
Early 1900s bungalows, duplexes and accessory dwelling units
There are plenty of renters in Lower Westside, but you'll still find single-family homes mixed in with the apartments and duplexes. Most properties date back to the 1920s through the 1950s, including Craftsman bungalows and Minimal Traditional-style homes. Many have been updated over the years with renovated kitchens, new flooring and upgraded electrical systems.
Prices generally range from the mid-$500,000s to the upper $700,000s, though multifamily buildings can sell for over $1 million. Multiunit properties are in high demand given the area's rental market. Several homes also have detached garages, which are popular candidates for converting into accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
Two-story homes in Lower Westside are spaced close together.
Most lots are narrow, but some homes in Lower Westside offer spacious driveways and large front yards.
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Cabrillo High School is right across the street from Lower Westside.
Cabrillo High School offers career-focused pathways
Lower Westside is part of the Long Beach Unified School District. The neighborhood is right across the street from Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo High School, which gets a B rating from Niche. Students at Cabrillo can explore career-focused pathways, including the Academy of Global Logistics, which partners with the Port of Long Beach for mentorships and internships.
Walkable to events and sports at Admiral Kidd Park
Admiral Kidd Park is walkable from most homes. It has a playground, a basketball court and a turf soccer field, plus a recreation center that runs youth sports. The park is a community hub, with regular events like:
Westside Fest, an annual family-friendly celebration of this side of the city with food trucks, art workshops and games
Summer Fun Days, a daily weekday summer camp where kids can get dropped off for sports, crafts and more
Community Marketplace, a monthly free food giveaway organized by Food Finders
Lower Westside has easy access to Pacific Coast Highway and the 710 freeway.
The intersection of the Pacific Coast Highway and the 710
Lower Westside is bordered by Interstate 710, making it easy to head to downtown Long Beach or the major employers around the port. Downtown is less than 3 miles away and is accessible via Long Beach Transit bus lines. You can take Interstate 710 right into the LA area, reaching downtown LA in about 22 miles. The Pacific Coast Highway also runs through the neighborhood, offering direct trips out to Redondo Beach or Huntington Beach.
Lower Westside is close to a few locally owned restaurants
There's not much retail in the immediate area, but a few restaurants are just minutes away. You'll find plenty of no-frills, locally owned spots, including:
Mariscos Las Islitas: A family-run Nayarit-style seafood spot with fresh shrimp empanadas, fish tacos and ceviche
Santa Fe Importers: A family-owned Italian deli since 1947, known for its meatball sandwiches, homemade pasta sauce and imported Italian goods
Berth 55 Fish Market & Seafood Deli, a casual counter-service spot at the port with fresh seafood and water views
Gemmae Bake Shop, a mother-daughter bakery offering Filipino pastries and savory dishes like lumpia
Head into downtown Long Beach for events
You’re a five-minute drive away from all the events and attractions in downtown Long Beach. There’s always something going on in the city center, and here are some of the top draws:
Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, a major motorsport race held on downtown waterfront streets each April
Long Beach Jazz Festival, a weekend of acclaimed jazz performers at the Long Beach Amphitheater by the Sea each August
Shoreline Village, a waterfront boardwalk on Rainbow Harbor with shops, restaurants, an antique carousel and sunset views
The Pike Outlets, a waterfront shopping and entertainment complex with outlet stores like Nike and H&M, a Cinemark movie theater and a Ferris wheel
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Crime and Safety
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Lower Westside
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
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Lower Westside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lower Westside, Long Beach sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Lower Westside, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $640,000, down 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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