College Park Estates Home for Sale

College Park Estates in Long Beach is a tranquil residential neighborhood characterized by winding roads and minimal through traffic, creating a peaceful environment where neighbors often socialize on their porches and children play in their driveways. Homes here are primarily ranch-style houses built in the 1950s, and many have been remodeled to include additional stories or rooms. The spacious backyards are ideal for patios, while the front yards often feature manicured gardens with boxwood shrubs and palm trees. Residents enjoy proximity to College Estates Park, which has a playground, basketball and tennis courts, a community center and a picnic area. The neighborhood also provides access to the 35-mile San Gabriel River Trail for biking, running, walking and horseback riding. Locals dine out at Fantastic Cafe and Dey's Doughnuts & Croissants, while Trader Joe’s is located 2 miles south. Cultural attractions nearby include the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden and Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Ranch and Gardens. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with downtown Long Beach about 5 miles away and downtown Los Angeles approximately 30 miles north. Public transportation is available via the Orange County Transit Authority. Kettering Elementary School, Rogers Middle School and Woodrow Wilson High School are highly rated. California State University Long Beach is about a mile away, offering additional educational and cultural opportunities.