1973 Oregon Ave Long Beach, CA 90806
South Wrigley Neighborhood
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,202
Sq Ft
3,484
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- RV Access or Parking
- Updated Kitchen
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Gated Parking
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Cressa Park
About This Home
As of May 2025Located in the sought-after Wrigley District, this beautifully maintained 1931 Spanish bungalow blends timeless character with modern updates. Set on a tree-lined street surrounded by historic single-family homes, this residence offers warmth, style, and functionality.Upon entry, you’ll be greeted by an open floor plan and an abundance of natural light streaming through the oversized arched front window. The home retains much of its original charm, including unpainted mahogany trim, red oak hardwood floors with walnut inlays, original crystal doorknobs, unpainted interior doors, vintage double-hung windows, and a stunning art deco tile bathroom. The original fireplace and refurbished front door with period hardware further showcase the home’s historic appeal.Modern upgrades include central HVAC, refinished wood floors, updated light fixtures throughout, and updated electrical system with additional outlets in every room to meet today’s needs. The remodeled kitchen features granite countertops, a built-in dishwasher, and ample space for cooking and entertaining. The bathroom has also been updated with a new sink and toilet. A fully renovated bonus space within the detached garage adds exceptional versatility. With a dedicated laundry area and extra storage, this space is ideal for use as a home office, gym, or expanded outdoor lounge area. The backyard has been thoughtfully redesigned with low-maintenance turf, a stylish pergola, and an outdoor shower—perfect for entertaining or unwinding after a beach day.Enjoy being part of a tight-knit community known for its seasonal Daisy Lane Parade and friendly neighborhood spirit. Walkable to local favorites such as Long Beach Beer Lab and Wrigley Coffee, and just minutes from award-winning schools, beaches, parks, playgrounds, Downtown Long Beach, The Pike, the Queen Mary, and a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Easy access to Pacific Coast Highway, the 405, and 710 freeways makes commuting a breeze. Don’t miss out on this rare gem!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
J. Thomas Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 714-717-1739 License #01883390 Listed on: 04/09/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,290
Year Built
- Built in 1931 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 3,484 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Front Yard Sprinklers
- Private Yard
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
- Property is zoned LBR1N
Parking
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
- 1 Car Garage
- Parking Available
- Single Garage Door
- Gated Parking
- RV Access or Parking
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Turnkey
- Clay Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,202 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Wood Frame Window
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
- Neighborhood Views
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Tile Bathroom Countertop
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Concrete Porch or Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Lafayette Elementary School
- Washington Middle School
- Cabrillo High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Accessible Parking
- Suburban Location
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Wrigley Area Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 3 / 10
- Tax Tract Number 1900
- Assessor Parcel Number 7202031006
- $342 per year additional tax assessments
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 9, 2025
Closed on
Apr 29, 2025
Sold by
York-Vargas Chelsea Allison and Vargas Ricardo
Bought by
Smith Rachel and Gundersheimer Adam
Seller's Agent
MaiHanh Tran
J. Thomas Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Robbi Peele
First Team Real Estate
List Price
$898,900
Sold Price
$937,000
Premium/Discount to List
$38,100
4.24%
Views
57
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-10.01%
Original Mortgage
$82,600
Outstanding Balance
$66,453
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$850,032
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 1, 2019
Closed on
Feb 13, 2019
Sold by
Brewton Sharon R
Bought by
York Vargas Chelsea Allison and Vargas Ricardo
Seller's Agent
Jessica Guttierez
Keller Williams Pacific Estates
Buyer's Agent
MaiHanh Tran
J. Thomas Real Estate
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$518,000
Premium/Discount to List
$19,000
3.81%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.00%
Original Mortgage
$492,100
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 2012
Sold by
Baker David A
Bought by
Brewton Sharon R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
3.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 2, 2009
Sold by
Baker David A
Bought by
Baker David A and Serrao Baker Leilani M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 2005
Sold by
Swicord James
Bought by
Baker David A and Serrao Baker Leilani
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$49,500
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 1997
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Swicord James and Hill Camber
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,450
Interest Rate
7.58%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 19, 1997
Sold by
Jaffee Arlene V and Federal National Mortgage Asso
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,450
Interest Rate
7.58%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 3, 1997
Sold by
Jaffee Arlene V
Bought by
Evans Don M
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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 | $937,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Grant Deed | $518,000 | Provident Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $300,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $495,000 | California Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $135,000 | Gateway Title Company | |
| Trustee Deed | $125,000 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $82,600 | New Conventional | |
| Open | $200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $551,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $485,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $486,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $492,100 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $240,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $49,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $396,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $151,700 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $153,600 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $133,450 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Sold | $937,000 | +4.2% | $780 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | For Sale | $898,900 | +73.5% | $748 / Sq Ft |
| 03/12/2019 03/12/19 | Sold | $518,000 | +3.8% | $431 / Sq Ft |
| 02/01/2019 02/01/19 | For Sale | $499,000 | +66.3% | $415 / Sq Ft |
| 11/22/2012 11/22/12 | Sold | $300,000 | 0.0% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 11/19/2012 11/19/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/19/2012 10/19/12 | For Sale | $300,000 | 0.0% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2012 08/03/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/24/2012 07/24/12 | For Sale | $300,000 | 0.0% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 07/24/2012 07/24/12 | Price Changed | $300,000 | +3.5% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 05/14/2012 05/14/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/04/2012 05/04/12 | Price Changed | $289,900 | -3.3% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2012 04/17/12 | Price Changed | $299,900 | -3.2% | $250 / Sq Ft |
| 04/06/2012 04/06/12 | Price Changed | $309,900 | -3.1% | $258 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2012 03/28/12 | Price Changed | $319,900 | -3.0% | $266 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2012 03/20/12 | Price Changed | $329,900 | +43.5% | $274 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2012 03/20/12 | Price Changed | $229,900 | -31.4% | $191 / Sq Ft |
| 03/07/2012 03/07/12 | Price Changed | $334,900 | -1.2% | $279 / Sq Ft |
| 02/14/2012 02/14/12 | For Sale | $339,000 | -- | $282 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,290 | $577,835 | $445,871 | $131,964 |
| 2024 | $7,290 | $566,506 | $437,129 | $129,377 |
| 2023 | $7,166 | $555,399 | $428,558 | $126,841 |
| 2022 | $6,723 | $544,509 | $420,155 | $124,354 |
| 2021 | $6,589 | $533,833 | $411,917 | $121,916 |
| 2019 | $2,256 | $331,164 | $186,224 | $144,940 |
| 2018 | $4,191 | $324,672 | $182,573 | $142,099 |
| 2017 | $4,147 | $318,307 | $178,994 | $139,313 |
| 2016 | $3,856 | $312,067 | $175,485 | $136,582 |
| 2015 | $3,703 | $307,381 | $172,850 | $134,531 |
| 2014 | $3,680 | $301,361 | $169,465 | $131,896 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
MaiHanh Tran
J. Thomas Real Estate
(714) 717-1739
1 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Robbi Peele
First Team Real Estate
(562) 513-7800
1 in this area
19 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jessica Guttierez
Keller Williams Pacific Estates
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Lee Ziff
Keller Williams Beverly Hills
(323) 491-3919
73 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2012
Shawn Mohler
The Mohler Real Estate Group
(562) 505-7953
1 in this area
22 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25078208
APN: 7202-031-006
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