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North Wrigley

North Wrigley

$843,021 Average Value
$647 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

The perks of living in North Wrigley

North Wrigley is a residential neighborhood in Long Beach located just east of the Los Angeles River. Housing costs here tend to be a little lower than in some other parts of the city, which appeals to some buyers. Others appreciate being close to green space, local dining and freeways. An active calendar of events across the Wrigley area also helps maintain a strong sense of community.

Residents enjoy a casual walk through the Wrigley Greenbelt.
Residents enjoy a casual walk through the Wrigley Greenbelt.
Wrigley Coffee is a local hangout.
Wrigley Coffee is a local hangout.
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Spanish-style homes and bungalows with ADU potential

You'll find a variety of single-family homes in North Wrigley, including bungalows from the early 1900s, midcentury ranch-style houses and some Craftsman-inspired homes built in the early 2000s. Many of the older properties have been updated over the years, though owners often preserve original details such as exposed beams and arched doorways.

Allison Van Wig, Realtor with Van Wig and Associates, says many buyers are drawn to the neighborhood’s relatively low prices compared with Bixby Knolls. Here, "You can still get beach breezes and tree-lined streets for under a million," she says. Fixer-uppers occasionally start in the mid-$500,000s, but the majority of homes sell between the upper $600,000s and about $1.2 million. North Wrigley’s median sale price is around $850,000, well below the median in Bixby Knolls.

Some homes have been completely remodeled.
Some homes have been completely remodeled.
Many properties have off-street parking.
Many properties have off-street parking.
A white picket fence surrounds a bungalow.
A white picket fence surrounds a bungalow.
You'll see a few two-story homes.
You'll see a few two-story homes.
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A family walks through Veterans Park.
A family walks through Veterans Park.

Staying active at Veterans Park and the Wrigley Greenbelt

Many residents spend their free time in Veterans Park, a 14-acre green space with sports fields, picnic areas, a playground and a community center. The center hosts after-school programs and youth sports. Another local recreation area is the Wrigley Greenbelt, which was created as part of a broader effort to transform vacant land beside the LA River into public open space. Today, locals come here to walk, run and bike through nearly 10 acres of native landscaping along the river corridor. It also connects to the Los Angeles River Bikeway, a paved route that follows the river south to the harbor.

Shopping and dining on Willow Street

Dividing North Wrigley and South Wrigley is Willow Street, a busy commercial corridor lined with stores and restaurants. Dining options include:

  • Pho Long Beach, a go-to spot for boba tea, banh mi sandwiches and traditional Vietnamese soups
  • England Fish & Chips, a neighborhood staple known for its fried seafood
  • Long Beach Beer Lab, a community gathering place that serves craft beer and pizza
  • Wrigley Coffee, a locally owned cafe that also provides job training opportunities
Many people run their daily errands at Wrigley Marketplace, also located along Willow Street. The shopping center has an Albertsons grocery store and a pharmacy. With Bixby Knolls, Downtown Long Beach and Signal Hill all just a few miles away, you have an even wider variety of shops and restaurants within reach.

A customer walks into the Long Beach Beer Lab.
A customer walks into the Long Beach Beer Lab.
You can also pick up fresh produce and snacks from the weekly farmers market.
You can also pick up fresh produce and snacks from the weekly farmers market.
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Nearby freeways and the Metro A Line simplify travel

Getting around is convenient, with quick access to interstates 405 and 710 and a Metro A Line station just east of the community. Irvine and Anaheim are roughly 25 miles away, and the drive usually takes 40 minutes to an hour and a half, depending on traffic conditions. Los Angeles is about the same distance and travel time.

You can catch the Metro A Line nearby.
You can catch the Metro A Line nearby.
Interstate 710 runs just west of the river.
Interstate 710 runs just west of the river.
Passengers exit the A Line train.
Passengers exit the A Line train.
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School choices for North Wrigley families

Families are served by the Long Beach Unified School District. Some students go to Hughes Middle School, which gets an A-minus rating from Niche and offers a gifted and talented education program. Older students can attend the A-rated Long Beach Polytechnic High School.

Many kids go to Birney Elementary School.
Many kids go to Birney Elementary School.
Long Beach Polytechnic High School serves students of North Wrigley.
Long Beach Polytechnic High School serves students of North Wrigley.
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Meet up with your neighbors at the weekly farmers market.
Meet up with your neighbors at the weekly farmers market.

Events that connect the Wrigley community

While Wrigley is made up of a few distinct neighborhoods, residents often meet up for community-wide gatherings. Some popular events are:

  • Daisy Lane Parade, a longtime December tradition with decorated floats, local performers and holiday displays along Daisy Avenue
  • Wrigley River Run, with a variety of races and walks, including a Toddler Trot for younger participants
  • Annual Pie Baking Contest, where local bakers compete for bragging rights and neighbors help judge their favorite entries

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

6 min drive

Subway

Willow Station

Bus

Willow & Oregon NW

Bus

Magnolia & Spring NE

Bus

Magnolia & 29th NE

Bus

Long Beach Blvd & Columbia SW

Bus

Magnolia & 27th SW

Bus

Willow & Chestnut NW

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Pacific & Cedar NW

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime North Wrigley US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,786
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1944
Months of Supply
3.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,391
Significantly below the national average
1,934
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,928
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,020
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
950
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
160
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
2
Median Rent
$3,475
Median Single Family Home Rent
$4,100
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,100
Median Condo Rent
$2,775
Median 1 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,800

Demographics

Total Population
7,027
Median Age
45
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.1%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$96,706
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$106,711

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
84.9%
On par with the national average
89%
College Graduates
30.9%
Advanced Degrees
8.9%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

60 / 100

Some public transit

Transit®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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