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Real Estate & Homes for Sale in College Square, Long Beach

Why Live in College Square
College Square, located in northwestern Long Beach, California, near the Compton border, attracts homebuyers with its relatively low housing costs and convenient freeway access. The neighborhood has a mix of apartments, single-family houses and manufactured homes. Major roadways like State Route 91 and Interstate 710 allow for easy travel around Los Angeles County, and downtown LA is less than 20 miles away. Families are served by the Long Beach Unified School District, and the neighborhood is within walking distance of Compton College. Outdoor recreation options include Greenleaf Parkway, as well as nearby green spaces like Coolidge Park and DeForest Park and Wetlands. There are locally owned restaurants nearby, such as Winchell's Donut House, Mama's Snack Shack and Kumi-Ko. For shopping, residents often head to the nearby Gateway Towne Center, home to Target, Aldi and Best Buy.
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College Square Home Prices vs. Nearby Long Beach, CA Neighborhoods

College Square Addams Houghton Park Ramona Park
Median Home Price
$699,499
$675,000
$764,999
$699,000
Median Sale Price
$710,000
-4% YoY
$669,000
+1% YoY
$765,000
+3% YoY
$735,000
-7% YoY
Median Single Family Price
$710,000
$667,000
$755,000
$775,000
Median Townhouse Price
--
$697,500
$967,500
$869,999
Total Active Listings
0 listings
10 listings
10 listings
4 listings
Market Conditions
0 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
6 Months of Supply
Balanced Market
5 Months of Supply
Balanced Market
4 Months of Supply
Balanced Market

Frequently Asked Questions

Is College Square a good place to live?
College Square is a good place to live. College Square is considered car-dependent and bikeable with good transit options. College Square is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. College Square has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 35.0 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $66,488 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 6.3% of residents. A majority of residents in College Square are renters, with 54% of residents renting and 46% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving College Square can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our College Square neighborhood guide.
Is College Square, CA a safe neighborhood?
College Square, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in College Square?
The median home price in College Square is $699,499. If you put a 20% down payment of $139,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.67%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,600 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $154K a year to afford the median home price in College Square. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in College Square is $66K.
What are the best public schools in College Square?
The best public schools that serve College Square are:
  • Hamilton Middle School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
  • Jordan High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
  • Dominguez High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 3.2.
What are the best private schools in College Square?
The best private schools that serve College Square are:
What are the most popular zip codes in College Square, Long Beach, CA?
The most popular zip codes in College Square, Long Beach, CA include 90805, 90221, 90220, 90723 and 90222.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near College Square, Long Beach, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near College Square, Long Beach, CA are Starr King, DeForest Park, Hamilton, Houghton Park and Dairy.
Are home prices dropping in College Square?
Yes, home prices in College Square are down 4% in the last 12 months.
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