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Neighborhood known for its midcentury homes
Long Beach is home to many neighborhoods varying in styles and built out over the previous century. Rancho Estates is an enclave of midcentury modern homes designed in the 1950s trying to capture the ideal California dream homes. In the decades since, buyers have sought out the homes for their preserved classic styles. “Ranchos Estates is known for its midcentury homes and have gone up in value over the years,” says Allison Van Wig, a realtor who has been selling in Long Beach for over a decade.
The densely developed neighborhood of Rancho Estates has many trees.
The calm neighborhood streets in Rancho Estates are walkable.
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Ranch homes designed by midcentury modern pioneer
“The neighborhood was designed in 1953 and 1954 by Cliff May, the father of the modern ranch house,” says local Realtor and longtime Rancho Estates resident Rochelle Kramer of SoCal Modern. “The homes are distinguished from nearby neighborhoods by their post and beam construction, slab foundations, floor-to-ceiling windows and terrific indoor-outdoor flow. These qualities are hard to find outside of Rancho Estates." A walk through the streets is like turning pages in an architectural journal of the mid-20th century, each home a curated chapter of May’s Californian modern vision. The neighborhood works to preserve its unique style and history, so homeowners are expected to maintain the integrity of the original design by the city. Homes in the neighborhood typically sell for just under $1 million and up to $1.6 million. The yards are an important part of the property, designed with more attention to detail than lots in other neighborhoods. May sought to create comfortable outdoor living space. Homes sit back from the roads and are more generously portioned than other Long Beach neighborhoods. Owners landscape their properties with courtyards, privacy fences and plants that thrive in the SoCal climate.
A row of modernized bungalows near Lees Avenue in Rancho Estates.
Midcentury homes are common in Rancho Estates.
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El Dorado Park borders the neighborhood
The neighborhood's layout continues to encourage spending time outdoors by its proximity to Long Beach’s biggest park. El Dorado Park borders the eastern side of the neighborhood, so residents are within walking distance of the 600-acre sprawl of green space, lakes, trails and play equipment. Visitors have seemingly endless options, such as the model boat lake, fishing lake, game courts, and picnicking space. The park is a favorite feature of the city of Long Beach, and Rancho Estate residents can access this amenity anytime.
El Dorado Regional Park is a massive space around the borders of Rancho Estates.
The driving range of the El Dorado Park Golf Course near Rancho Estates.
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Neighborhood schools earn top scores
Although Long Beach offers school choice, the neighborhood's designated schools are often sought out by parents. Most kids attend nearby Cubberley K-8 School, which offers kindergarten through eighth grade and earned an A-minus from Niche. Kids attend Millikan High School, graded A-plus by Niche. Students can earn college credit through California State University Long Beach and Long Beach City College.
The entrance of the Cubberley K-8 School near Rancho Estates.
The school building of the Millikan High School near Rancho Estates.
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Locals enjoy Long Beach events
The neighborhood is in a prime location to enjoy all that Long Beach has to offer. El Dorado Park hosts a summer concert series, as well as adult and youth sports leagues and lessons. Van Wig says Long Beach Pride is one of Long Beach’s biggest events, with over 80,000 visitors participating in the three-day event.
Rancho Estates kids make their way home after a Long Beach event.
Rancho Estates holds seasonal activities all around El Dorado Regional Park.
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Driving in Rancho Estates
Residents will need a car to get around the area and Long Beach. Interstate 605 runs outside the neighborhood, so locals can easily hop on the highway for their commutes. For journeys farther away, Long Beach Airport is just three miles outside the neighborhood.
An elevated view of split-level homes in Rancho Estates.
Electric scooters are available near Rancho Estates.
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Spring Street shopping and dining
Shopping and dining in the area are centered around Spring Street. Residents frequent popular neighborhood tavern, The Eldo, which is known for its South African-infused fare. Spring Street has a number of highly rated restaurants a little outside the neighborhood, like New York-style pizzeria Flippin’ Pizza and classic American diner John’s Hamburgers. Within a mile of the neighborhood, residents will find boba shops and cafes. Residents shop for essentials at Lakewood Plaza Marketplace, where they can find Stater Bros., Amazon Fresh and Grocery Outlet, in addition to banks and various shops.
Local shopping is easy at Spring Street near Rancho Estates.
At Amazon Fresh on Spring Street, you can shop in store, pick up curbside, or order delivery.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Rancho Estates
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rancho Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rancho Estates, Long Beach sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Rancho Estates, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $1,355,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Now available for lease, a rare opportunity to live in a beautifully updated Cliff May Rancho with space, privacy, and style that’s hard to find. Tucked behind private walls, this home welcomes you through a gated entry and tranquil atrium—creating a calm, retreat-like feel from the moment you arrive.One of the standout features is the private, permitted ADU with its own bathroom and
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