Why Live in Houghton Park
Houghton Park in Long Beach offers a little more space and affordability than the rest of the city. The neighborhood has tall palms and American sweetgums lining the sidewalks, with some properties featuring lime, lemon, olive, or avocado trees. Most homes are Minimal Traditional styles from the early 20th century through the 1950s, with some Spanish flair, typically with two to three bedrooms and detached garages. Kids can attend Grant Elementary, Lindbergh STEM Academy and Jordan High. The 26-acre green space Houghton Park, which the neighborhood shares its name with, is a central feature and has a playground, skatepark, basketball and tennis courts, and a community center that offers senior and teen programs. The park also hosts events like Jazz Fest and the Veterans Day Celebration. Dining options along nearby Artesia Boulevard include Shootz, Robert Earl’s Barbecue, La Taqueria Brand, and Orange Teriyaki Restaurant. Convenience shops like 7-Eleven and Keo Neighborhood Market are nearby, with Food 4 Less just over a mile away. Major highways Interstate 710 and the Artesia Freeway are nearby. While there are bus stops and sidewalks on the roads bordering the neighborhood, residents primarily get around by car. Long Beach Airport is about 6 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houghton Park a good place to live?
Houghton Park is a good place to live. Houghton Park is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Houghton Park is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Houghton Park has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 18.6 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $81,313 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 16.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Houghton Park are home owners, with 43.3% of residents renting and 56.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Houghton Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Houghton Park neighborhood guide.
Is Houghton Park, CA a safe neighborhood?
Houghton Park, 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 Houghton Park?
The median home price in Houghton Park is $749,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $150,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.09%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,630 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $156K a year to afford the median home price in Houghton Park. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Houghton Park is $81K.
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Home Trends in Houghton Park, CA
On average, homes in Houghton Park, Long Beach sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Houghton Park, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $755,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$755,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$750,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$967,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$631
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
28
Median List Price
$749,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%