Collins Homes for Sale

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$699,900
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 793 Sq Ft
3819 E La Jara St, Long Beach, CA 90805

Located in a desirable Long Beach neighborhood, 3819 E La Jara Street presents a unique opportunity for investors or cash buyers. This distressed property is being sold as-is. The home requires significant repairs but offers strong potential with a spacious layout, vintage kitchen cabinetry, hardwood flooring, and a large backyard with mature landscaping. Ideal for experienced buyers looking to

Vivian Guenther Realty ONE Group Empire

3819 E La Jara St, Long Beach, CA 90805
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$1,495,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,400 Sq Ft
5970 Coke Ave, Long Beach, CA 90805

5970 + 5972 + 5972-A Coke Avenue... a stunningly renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home of incredible quality, spaciousness and architectural drama boasting 2 equally appointed rear units... all with A/C units and state of the art services and appointments... tucked away in Long Beach... affording incredible income and lifestyle possibilities! The main house features an amazing open yet

Chanthol Pong Century 21 On Target

5970 Coke Ave, Long Beach, CA 90805

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Why Live in Collins

Collins, a residential neighborhood on the eastern edge of Long Beach bordering Lakewood, features mid-sized to large ranch-style homes built primarily in the 1950s. These homes, often incorporating natural materials like stone, sit on spacious horizontal lots with private driveways, garages, and ample yard space, providing more square footage than typical Long Beach homes. The neighborhood also includes a few eclectic multilevel homes and smaller minimal traditional style houses. Collins Elementary School is centrally located, with Jackson Middle School and Paramount High School serving older students. The southern edge of Collins hosts a large shopping center anchored by a Walmart Supercenter, with dining options like Starbucks, Bahn Thai Long Beach, and The Cajun Crab. WinCo Foods and Lakewood Regional Medical Center are also nearby. Public transportation is accessible along South Street, connecting residents to Lakewood and Lakewood Boulevard. H&H Nursery, a popular family-run garden center, is a local highlight. While Collins itself lacks parks, residents can visit Ramona Park, which offers various athletic amenities and community programs, and Davenport Park, which features a children's play area, multipurpose field, and walking trail.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Collins a good place to live?

Collins is a good place to live. Collins is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Collins is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Collins has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.6 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $120,791 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 29.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Collins are home owners, with 15.4% of residents renting and 84.6% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Collins can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Collins neighborhood guide.

Is Collins, CA a safe neighborhood?

Collins, 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 Collins?

The median home price in Collins is $1,700,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $340,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $8,790 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $377K a year to afford the median home price in Collins. The average household income in Collins is $121K.

What are the best public schools in Collins?

The best public schools that serve Collins are:

Paramount High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
Buena Vista High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
Leona Jackson Middle School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 2.5.

What are the best private schools in Collins?

The best private schools that serve Collins are:

St. Pancratius Parish School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
Saint Joseph High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
Bethany Lutheran School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.4.

What are the most popular zip codes in Collins, Long Beach, CA?

The most popular zip codes in Collins, Long Beach, CA include 90805, 90712, 90706, 90723 and 90713.

What are the most popular neighborhoods near Collins, Long Beach, CA?

The most popular neighborhoods near Collins, Long Beach, CA are Lakewood Gardens, Ramona Park, Mayfair, Lakewood Mutual and Mc Kinley.

Home Trends in Collins, CA

On average, homes in Collins, Long Beach sell after 105 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Collins, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $1,995,000, up 625% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price

$1,995,000

Median Single Family Sale Price

$1,500,000

Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price

$1,995,000

Average Price Per Sq Ft

$356

Number of Homes for Sale

Last 12 months Home Sales

Months of Supply

3.00

Median List Price

$1,700,000

Median Change From 1st List Price

-17%

Median Home Sale Price YoY Change

625%

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