Why Live in Mc Kinley
Mc Kinley, located in the northern tip of Long Beach near the Artesia Freeway and the city of Paramount, is a neighborhood characterized by its practicality and affordability. The area features a mix of industrial companies, retail stores, and residential neighborhoods with more affordable housing compared to beachfront properties. Homes here are typically one-story and built throughout the 20th century, including conventional homes from the 1950s, small stone houses, stucco houses, and front-gabled homes. The neighborhood is well-served by amenities, including a retail plaza at East 68th Street and Cherry Avenue with stores like Target, Wingstop, Taco Bell, and Food4Less. Local dining options include Churreria La Gracia, Pupusas, C&S Donuts, and Soul Food Renaissance. Mc Kinley is ideal for commuters, with downtown Los Angeles just 17 miles away, Irvine 30 miles, and Anaheim 16 miles east. The neighborhood is part of the highly rated Long Beach Unified School District, with Mc Kinley Elementary School serving local children. The area is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mc Kinley a good place to live?
Mc Kinley is a good place to live. Mc Kinley is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Mc Kinley has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.8 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $75,978 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Mc Kinley are renters, with 79.4% of residents renting and 20.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Mc Kinley can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Mc Kinley neighborhood guide.
Is Mc Kinley, CA a safe neighborhood?
Mc Kinley, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Mc Kinley?
The median home price in Mc Kinley is $282,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $56,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,460 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $63K a year to afford the median home price in Mc Kinley. The average household income in Mc Kinley is $76K.
What are the best public schools in Mc Kinley?
The best public schools that serve Mc Kinley are:
What are the best private schools in Mc Kinley?
The best private schools that serve Mc Kinley are:
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Are home prices dropping in Mc Kinley?
Yes, home prices in Mc Kinley are down 37% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Mc Kinley, CA
On average, homes in Mc Kinley, Long Beach sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Mc Kinley, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $206,000, down 46% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$206,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$300,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$260,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$260,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$282,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-46%