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Starr King

Starr King

$720,892 Average Value
$226 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Freeway Circle convenience in Long Beach

Starr King, also known as Freeway Circle, is a north Long Beach neighborhood that cozies up to the convergence of Interstate 710 and State Route 91. Keegan Cin, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, who's been selling in the area for over 10 years, says, "This community has three unique elements. First, the pricepoint tends to be a bit more affordable than other Long Beach neighborhoods which makes it a great location for young families. Second, residents can walk to the elementary, middle and high schools all within the neighborhood. And third, it's close to large shopping areas, so all your essentials are convenient."
Interstate 710 and State Route 91 are conveniently located near Starr King, CA.
Interstate 710 and State Route 91 are conveniently located near Starr King, CA.
Starr King, CA is a North Long Beach Neighborhood with a variety of housing options.
Starr King, CA is a North Long Beach Neighborhood with a variety of housing options.
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Midcentury to newer, small, tidy homes

Residents stroll tree-lined, flat streetscapes with small front yards, some framed with charming white picket fences, stone walls or other decorative enclosures. Garages are prevalent, and there's plenty of parking space in driveways or along the street. Most homes were built from the 1920s through the 1960s, with midcentury being the most common. Homes built in more recent decades blend nicely into the mix. Cin says, "There's a wide range of architecture, mostly comprised of many National and Traditional architectural styles. Lots aren't large and there aren't many cul-de-sacs, but there's great walkability, so you'll see neighbors out walking a lot. It's considered a friendly community where neighbors all know and look out for each other." Residential sizes range from one bedroom to four bedrooms, and most single-family homes can ask for $625,000 to $750,000. "It's a great neighborhood for starter homes," Cin says. "Price points tend to be $200,000 to $300,000 cheaper than they'd be in other nearby neighborhoods."
Find colorful two story homes in Starr King, CA.
Find colorful two story homes in Starr King, CA.
Add a fence around your front lawn in Starr King, CA.
Add a fence around your front lawn in Starr King, CA.
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Walkable LBUSD schools

Public schools are within the Long Beach Unified School District, which gets an A grade from Niche. Kids start at Starr King Elementary and head to Hamilton Middle School, both earning a Niche B-minus grade. Older students advance to Jordan High School, which also gets a Niche B-minus and offers a number of specialization pathways, including architecture and engineering (ACE); media and communication (JMAC); and law, emergency and public services, or LEAPS. High school graduates might head to one of the nearby campuses of California State University: Long Beach or Dominguez Hills, which Cin says "are both only about a 20-minute drive from the neighborhood."
Young students in Starr King, CA can enroll at Starr King Elementary School.
Young students in Starr King, CA can enroll at Starr King Elementary School.
The entry driveway to Jordan High School in Long Beach.
The entry driveway to Jordan High School in Long Beach.
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Coolidge Park, dog park and City Beach

Just south of the neighborhood, community favorite Coolidge Park is a spot to enjoy outdoor activities. It features basketball courts, a baseball diamond and a playground where kids enjoy summer fun in the spray pad. Dogs enjoy playdates at Coolidge Dog Park, which features separate fenced areas for large and small pups and benches for relaxing while pups exercise. Water-seekers can hop on the 91 and head 13 miles west to Hermosa Beach or travel south on Interstate 710 to reach Long Beach City Beach in about 11 miles.
Children in Starr King, CA can enjoy the playground with a swing set at Coolidge Park.
Children in Starr King, CA can enjoy the playground with a swing set at Coolidge Park.
Coolidge Park hosts a summer food program that Starr King, CA residents can attend.
Coolidge Park hosts a summer food program that Starr King, CA residents can attend.
Nearby Coolidge Park offers a dog park and full court basketball.
Nearby Coolidge Park offers a dog park and full court basketball.
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Long Beach Boulevard markets and Trader Joe's

For extensive shopping, Cin recommends Bixby Knolls. "It's only about 10 minutes away," says Cin, "and has tons of restaurants and some local shops. Residents will also drive to restaurants up and down Long Beach Boulevard and Atlantic Avenue near Virginia Country Club, where you'll find SteelCraft Coffee, and eateries from sushi to pizza." Franchises and big-box stores are found 2 miles north of the community in Compton. "You'd go to Gateway Towne Center in Compton; it's a new development — part of a whole rejuvenation zone," Cin says. Even closer to home, Long Beach Boulevard is flanked by plenty of small markets and casual eateries for authentic Mexican, soul food and more. Grocery shopping is convenient at Trader Joe's or Vons, roughly 4 miles southeast in Bixby Knolls.
Aguas Frescas Yahualica in Starr King, CA offers delicious options.
Aguas Frescas Yahualica in Starr King, CA offers delicious options.
Long Beach Boulevard has some retail shops in Starr King.
Long Beach Boulevard has some retail shops in Starr King.
Trader Joe's is nearby for specialty groceries.
Trader Joe's is nearby for specialty groceries.
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Buses along Long Beach Boulevard

Cin says, "You can hop on Long Beach Transit buses at stops along Long Beach Boulevard to reach shopping plazas and other area destinations. And while there's no major employer in the neighborhood, you have all the aerospace engineering employers around Long Beach Airport within 10 miles. Molina Healthcare's corporate offices are also here in Long Beach about 8 miles south."
Catch a Long Beach Transit bus in Starr King, CA.
Catch a Long Beach Transit bus in Starr King, CA.
Starr King residents can catch the bus on Long Beach Blvd.
Starr King residents can catch the bus on Long Beach Blvd.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

13 min drive

Bus

Long Beach & 67th

Bus

Long Beach & Greenleaf

Bus

Artesia Blvd & Lb Bible Institute N

Bus

Long Beach & 69th

Bus

Artesia & Butler NW

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Starr King US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Starr King Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$475,000
Median Sale Price
$411,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$473,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$350,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$226

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
730
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1948
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,206
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,920
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,230
Median Age
33
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.6%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$66,203
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,567

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
71.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.6%
% Population in Labor Force
68%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

53 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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