1509 Gardenia Ave Long Beach, CA 90813
Central Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,027
Sq Ft
3,724
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Gated Parking
- Open Floorplan
- No HOA
- Long Beach Polytechnic High School Rated A
- Stone Countertops
- Neighborhood Views
About This Home
As of May 2025Welcome to 1509 Gardenia Ave – a charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of Long Beach.With fresh exterior paint and loads of potential, this move-in ready property offers a perfect opportunity to settle in now and grow into the future.Inside, you’ll find a cozy, functional layout ideal for first-time buyers, savvy investors, or anyone looking to add value. The spacious lot features a detached garage with ADU potential (buyer to verify), making it a smart long-term investment.Enjoy great curb appeal, a generous backyard ready for your personal touch, and a long driveway with ample off-street parking. Located on a quiet residential street, yet just minutes from local schools, shopping, and dining.Whether you’re looking to make it home or expand your real estate portfolio, this property offers endless possibilities in a prime Long Beach location.Don’t miss out – schedule your private tour today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
The Livingston Group Inc Brokerage Phone: 562-726-4056 License #01891045 Listed on: 04/10/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,191
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 3,724 Sq Ft Lot
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
- Property is zoned LBR2N
Home Design
- Bungalow
Interior Spaces
- 1,027 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Family Room
- Laminate Flooring
- Neighborhood Views
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- <<tubWithShowerToken>>
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry Located Outside
Parking
- Parking Available
- Driveway Level
- Gated Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Front Porch
Schools
- Whittier Elementary School
- Franklin Middle School
- Polytechnic High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Wall Furnace
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 47
- Tax Tract Number 5500
- Assessor Parcel Number 7261010011
- $359 per year additional tax assessments
- Seller Considering Concessions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 10, 2025
Closed on
May 2, 2025
Sold by
Scobel Dha Mee and Hahn Dhamee
Bought by
Meinert Maya and Delaney Rory
Seller's Agent
Christopher Livingston
The Livingston Group Inc
Buyer's Agent
Jake MacRae
California Real Estate Company
List Price
$699,999
Sold Price
$726,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,001
3.71%
Views
72
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-31.19%
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Outstanding Balance
$375,681
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$315,887
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 4, 2020
Closed on
Jan 11, 2021
Sold by
Scobel Raymond Michael
Bought by
Scobel Dha Mee
Seller's Agent
Emilio Rodriguez
Century 21 Masters
Buyer's Agent
David Hein
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$499,999
Sold Price
$525,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,001
5%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.75%
Original Mortgage
$270,000
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 4, 2020
Closed on
Dec 17, 2020
Sold by
Mendez Jose Jesus
Bought by
Scobel Dha Mee
Seller's Agent
Emilio Rodriguez
Century 21 Masters
Buyer's Agent
David Hein
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$499,999
Sold Price
$525,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,001
5%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$270,000
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 20, 2008
Sold by
Mendez Fabiola
Bought by
Mendez Jose Jesus
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$9,400
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 16, 2008
Sold by
Petra Finance Llc
Bought by
Mendez Jose Jesus
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$222,451
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 9, 2008
Sold by
Gmac Mortgage Llc
Bought by
Petra Finance Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 14, 2007
Sold by
Ali Khalid and Ali Philip
Bought by
Ali Khalid and Philip & Mary Churchill & Frank & Pala E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 5, 2007
Sold by
Mijangos Esau
Bought by
Gmac Mortgage Llc and Gmac Mortgage Corp
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 16, 2006
Sold by
Lugo Rosalie
Bought by
Lugo Rosalie and The Jonathan Anderson & Tom Cool Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 14, 2005
Sold by
Perkins Kenneth
Bought by
Mijangos Esau
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$352,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 20, 2004
Sold by
Ali Khalid M
Bought by
Perkins Kenneth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
7.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 2004
Sold by
Perkins Denise
Bought by
Perkins Kenneth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
7.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 28, 2003
Sold by
Parks Stanford
Bought by
Ali Khalid M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
7.35%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 26, 2002
Sold by
Nelson Vinn R
Bought by
Parks Stanford
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Interest Rate
8.25%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 15, 2001
Sold by
Nelson Dorothy
Bought by
Nelson Vinn R
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $726,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company O | |
| Grant Deed | $525,000 | First American Title Company O | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lsi Title Company Ca | |
| Grant Deed | $235,000 | Lsi Title Company Ca | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Trustee Deed | $389,719 | Lsi Title Fnds Division | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $440,000 | Stewart Title Irvine | |
| Grant Deed | $325,000 | Landamerica Commonwealth Tit | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Landamerica Commonwealth Tit | |
| Grant Deed | $200,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $165,000 | Stewart Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $376,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $270,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $9,400 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $222,451 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $352,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $26,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $236,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $160,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $132,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $33,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $40,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $59,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | Sold | $726,000 | +3.7% | $707 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | For Sale | $699,999 | +33.3% | $682 / Sq Ft |
| 01/25/2021 01/25/21 | Sold | $525,000 | +5.0% | $511 / Sq Ft |
| 12/10/2020 12/10/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/04/2020 12/04/20 | For Sale | $499,999 | -- | $487 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,191 | $557,133 | $445,707 | $111,426 |
| 2023 | $7,068 | $546,210 | $436,968 | $109,242 |
| 2022 | $6,633 | $535,500 | $428,400 | $107,100 |
| 2021 | $3,662 | $279,567 | $190,227 | $89,340 |
| 2020 | $3,652 | $276,701 | $188,277 | $88,424 |
| 2019 | $3,610 | $271,277 | $184,586 | $86,691 |
| 2018 | $3,473 | $265,959 | $180,967 | $84,992 |
| 2016 | $3,197 | $255,634 | $173,941 | $81,693 |
| 2015 | $3,071 | $251,795 | $171,329 | $80,466 |
| 2014 | $3,054 | $246,863 | $167,973 | $78,890 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Christopher Livingston
Seller's Agent in 2025
Christopher Livingston
The Livingston Group Inc
(562) 726-4056
2 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
Jake MacRae
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jake MacRae
California Real Estate Company
(562) 972-6994
1 in this area
29 Total Sales
-
Emilio Rodriguez
Seller's Agent in 2021
Emilio Rodriguez
Century 21 Masters
(909) 489-7913
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2021
David Hein
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: RS25078924
APN: 7261-010-011
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