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Collins Home for Sale

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    $849,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,494 Sq Ft

    5923 Castana Ave, Lakewood, CA 90712

    A lovely 3 bedroom with 2 bathroom plus a family room that could be the 4th bedroom.Interior freshly painted and hardwood flooring refinished. New flooring in the kitchen and laundry room as well as in the family room and full bathroom. Inviting fireplace in the living with open floor plan to the dining room. Cozy back yard with plenty of room for those summer nights. Plenty of space for 3-4 cars

    Margie Camacho Century 21 Jervis & Associates

    5923 Castana Ave, Lakewood, CA 90712

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. Houses often come with more square footage than typical Long Beach homes. The neighborhood also includes a few eclectic multilevel homes and smaller minimal traditional style houses. The Long Beach Unified School District serves neighborhood students. The southern edge of Collins hosts a large shopping center anchored by a Walmart Supercenter. Dining options include Starbucks, Bahn Thai Long Beach and The Cajun Crab. WinCo Foods and Lakewood Regional Medical Center are also nearby. H&H Nursery, a popular family-run garden center, is another local highlight. Public transportation is accessible along South Street, connecting residents to Lakewood and Lakewood Boulevard. At Ramona Park, people play sports and take part in community programs. Davenport Park features a children's play area, multipurpose field and walking trail.

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 very dense in population with 24.9 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $130,378 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 34.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Collins are home owners, with 16.8% of residents renting and 83.2% 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 $849,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $169,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,240 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $182K a year to afford the median home price in Collins. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Collins is $130K.
What are the best public schools in Collins?
The best public schools that serve Collins are:
What are the best private schools in Collins?
The best private schools that serve Collins are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Collins, Long Beach, CA?
The most popular zip codes in Collins, Long Beach, CA include 90712, 90805, 90706, 90713 and 90723.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Collins, Long Beach, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Collins, Long Beach, CA are Ramona Park, Mayfair, Lakewood Mutual, Paramount and Lakewood Park.
Are home prices dropping in Collins?
Yes, home prices in Collins are down 4% in the last 12 months.

Home Trends in Collins, CA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$845,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$849,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$642
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Months of Supply
0.50
Median List Price
$849,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
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