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Zaferia

Zaferia

$732,921 Average Value
$226 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Eclectic shops, restaurants and entertainment in this east Long Beach neighborhood

Zaferia is a vibrant east Long Beach neighborhood, best known for its array of restaurants next to trendy boutiques and nightlife. “It’s very nice, very attractive and close to the beach. You’ll also find some design firms and hipster coffee shops here,” says Buckingham Investments CEO and managing broker Anthony Walker who has worked in the area for over a decade. From eclectic homes built in the early 20th century, residents can stroll over to mainstay restaurants, stylish shops and live music.
Long Beach families enjoy their Saturday at the Compound Community Market.
Long Beach families enjoy their Saturday at the Compound Community Market.
Zaferia is home to many murals such as this found on the side of Good Time which serves coffee.
Zaferia is home to many murals such as this found on the side of Good Time which serves coffee.
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Trendy stores, diverse cuisines and bars on Anaheim Street

Just a walk away from many homes, East Anaheim Street is the retail, restaurant and nightlife centerpiece of Zaferia. Locals can expect coffee shops, bars and cuisines from all over the world. Ideal for a night out, Alex’s Bar is a long-running rock club that hosts live music nearly every night. Joe Jost’s, a local dive that’s been a fixture of the neighborhood since 1924, touts itself as one of the oldest pubs in Long Beach. Restaurants include A&J Seafood Shack, a Cambodian fusion walk-up window. Selva is an authentic Colombian eatery with a cocktail bar and happy hour specials. There’s espresso at Good Time, a local cafe with a hip ambiance thanks to shelves of plants and a gallery wall. The neighborhood’s also home to several design studios and boutique shops, including Urban Americana, an antique furniture store with everything from midcentury modern pieces to vintage farmhouse décor. For groceries, residents can stop by the Food 4 Less in the Belmont Center strip mall.
Alex's Bar located in Zaferia is a popular spot for live music an beer specials.
Alex's Bar located in Zaferia is a popular spot for live music an beer specials.
Sophy's serves up excellent and delicious Cambodian cuisine.
Sophy's serves up excellent and delicious Cambodian cuisine.
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Craftsman bungalows, condos and more in Zaferia

Northeast of downtown Long Beach, Zaferia’s shopping area and community park are centrally located within the neighborhood. The rest of the area is residential, with Monterey pines and palm trees lining walkable streets. The homes often have yards landscaped with agave plants, fruit trees and custom fences. As for architecture, there are Craftsman bungalows and Mediterranean homes, increasingly renovated in recent years, giving them a modern appeal. There are also apartment and condo buildings scattered throughout the area. Homes range from around $600,000 to $700,000, while condos range from $400,000 to $550,000. Those interested should keep a close eye on the market: “It’s popular. My listings have not lasted more than 30 days, and the last one was off the market in 10 days. There’s not enough supply for the demand,” Pastorini says.
Bungalow homes make up most of Zaferia.
Bungalow homes make up most of Zaferia.
Single story homes mix with mutli family homes in Zaferia.
Single story homes mix with mutli family homes in Zaferia.
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Orizaba Park and other recreation

At the heart of the neighborhood, Orizaba Park is Zaferia’s outdoor recreation hub, with nearly 4 acres of green space. It has a skate park, playgrounds and tree-lined walking paths. The park is also home to the Orizaba Park Community Center, which opened in 2014 and offers after-school programs. City Beach is about 2 mile south of the neighborhood and is always a good spot for a swim or a walk at sunset.
Zaferia features a skatepark in Orizaba Park.
Zaferia features a skatepark in Orizaba Park.
A man enjoys an open court at Orizaba Park in Long Beach.
A man enjoys an open court at Orizaba Park in Long Beach.
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Happy Sundays and more community events

Happy Sundays, a free music festival featuring a lineup of local artists, is one of the neighborhood’s biggest events. It also has activities from live tattooing to comedy sets. “In Long Beach, the big events are the movies in the park and concerts in the park,” Pastorini says. A rotation of family-friendly films like “Monsters, Inc.” are played at Orizaba Park every summer. Attendees often bring lawn chairs and wear apparel for the weekly dress-up theme. There are concerts in the summer featuring local musicians, like the Long Beach Community Band.
The Zaferia community brings in a lot of events for their residents.
The Zaferia community brings in a lot of events for their residents.
Zaferia is a very social community. Also a very dog friendly neighborhood as well.
Zaferia is a very social community. Also a very dog friendly neighborhood as well.
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Well-rated Long Beach public schools

Nieto Herrera Elementary School has a B rating on Niche. Jefferson Leadership Academies, a middle school, also has a B. With an A rating, Woodrow Wilson High School was named one of the most challenging schools in the country by the Washington Post based on its rigorous college prep course. The school offers 27 Advanced Placement courses as well as specific academic “Pathways.” These include School of the Arts, Vision of Excellence, School of Medicine & Biotechnology, School of Leadership & Public Service and School of Technology.
Woodrow Wilson High School caters to Zaferia high school students.
Woodrow Wilson High School caters to Zaferia high school students.
Nieto Herrera Elementary is a highly-rated elementary school in the Zaferia neighborhood.
Nieto Herrera Elementary is a highly-rated elementary school in the Zaferia neighborhood.
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A 3-mile drive to downtown Long Beach

The urban community is undeniably convenient — “The neighbors are great, and it’s close to everything: beaches, freeways, shopping and great restaurants. The neighborhood's walkable too,” Pastorini says. It’s about 3 miles northeast of downtown Long Beach via East Anaheim Street. If residents want to take public transportation, they can catch a Long Beach Transit bus at multiple stops on East Anaheim Street and state Route 1, which is a major highway. For medical services, residents can go to Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, around 2 miles away. The closest major airport is Long Beach Airport, only about 3 miles north of the neighborhood.
Bird-eye view of the beautiful Zaferia neighborhood in Long Beach, California.
Bird-eye view of the beautiful Zaferia neighborhood in Long Beach, California.
Just a few miles away, residents of Zaferia can enjoy the beautiful Long Beach City Beach.
Just a few miles away, residents of Zaferia can enjoy the beautiful Long Beach City Beach.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

7 min drive

Bus

Anaheim & Temple NW

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Anaheim & Orizaba NW

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Pch & Temple SE

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Pch & Obispo SE

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Redondo & Anaheim St NW

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Redondo & 15th St SW

Bus

Anaheim & Molino NW

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Zaferia US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 7 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Zaferia Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$504,450
Median Sale Price
$480,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$580,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$338,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$170,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
55%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$226

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
703
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1947
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,075
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,317
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
915
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
632
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
7,322
Median Age
34
Population Density
31 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$53,229
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,128

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
64.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
% Population in Labor Force
73.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

50 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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