NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $940,000 - $1,043,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,510 Sq Ft
$650/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold January 05, 2021

Last sale price $745,000 $493 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,865/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Woodrow Wilson High School Rated A
  • 0.71 Acre Lot
  • 4-minute walk to Junipero Beach/Long Beach City Beach

About This Home

As of January 2021

The Galaxy Tower is an iconic 1960's mid century building located in the Bluff Park neighborhood of Long Beach directly across the street from the Pacific Ocean. As you walk into this FRONT FACING remodeled unit, the OCEAN VIEWS are breathtaking from every window in your living area, dining room, kitchen and master bedroom. There are only 4 units per floor and no common walls which makes for unparalleled privacy. The kitchen has been updated with newer appliances and cabinets have been painted a beautiful deep gray. Gorgeous engineered wood flooring and recessed lighting have been installed throughout. There is no shortage of storage. Closets line the length of each bedroom. Additionally, there is a generously sized storage closet directly outside the unit. This 2nd floor location makes the elevator optional. No waiting! Sneak down the stairs and in minutes you are on the Bluff or beach providing quick access to the extensive walking and bike paths that run the length of the coastline. Finally, this unit comes w inside laundry; a rare find in the building. Secured parking is located in the underground garage. Put your personal touches on this home and have an amazing ocean view condo in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Long Beach. Fantastic Walk and Bike Scores of 75. Don't miss the VIRTUAL TOUR link under the photo above.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Haaga

Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty License #00993744 Listed on: 11/19/2020

Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Co-Listed By

Carmit Benbaruh

Beverly and Company License #01926712

Last Buyer's Agent

Lorri Quiett

Vylla Home, Inc. License #01371114

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,082

Year Built

  • Built in 1967 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.71

HOA Fees

  • $650 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Public Parking
  • Parking Available
  • Controlled Entrance
  • Community Parking Structure

Home Design

  • Common Roof
  • Steel Beams
  • Pre-Cast Concrete Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,510 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Living Room
  • Ocean Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Dressing Area

Utilities

  • Radiant Heating System
  • Sewer Paid

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Exterior Lighting
  • No Common Walls

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7264017025

Community Details

Overview

  • 80 Units
  • The Galaxy Homeowner's Association, Phone Number (562) 439-0111
  • Pmp HOA
  • The Galaxy Towers Subdivision

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Community Barbecue Grill

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,082

Year Built

Built in 1967 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$650 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Other Phone Description: Preferred
  • Other Phone Number: 562-439-0111
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Resident Manager
  • Subdivision Name Other: The Galaxy Towers (TGT)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 7264017025
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1510.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar
  • Entry Location: Elevator
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 493.38
  • Room Type: Dressing Area, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Suite
  • Window Features: Custom Covering

Exterior Features

  • View: Ocean
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Common Roof
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Glass, Steel

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Community Structure, Controlled Entrance, Public
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Heating Type: Radiant
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Association Fee: 650.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: The Galaxy Homeowner's Association
  • Phone: 562-439-0111
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: PMP

Schools

  • School District: Long Beach Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Purchase: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 31015.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.7120

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 31015.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 80
  • Number Of Units Total: 80

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2023
Sold by
Mccrackin John Brian and Tracy Lee
Bought by
Mccrackin Family Trust
Current Estimated Value
$988,366

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2023
Sold by
Mccrackin John and Mccrackin Tracy
Bought by
Mccrakin Family Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 19, 2020
Closed on
Dec 8, 2020
Sold by
Ohayon Ronen
Bought by
Mccrackin John and Mccrackin Tracy
Seller's Agent
Robert Haaga
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lorri Quiett
Vylla Home, Inc.
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$745,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.82%
Original Mortgage
$670,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2017
Sold by
Butler Larry B
Bought by
Ohayon Ronen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2017
Sold by
Butler Larry B
Bought by
Butler Larry B and The Larry Butler Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2001
Sold by
Howard Spencer
Bought by
Butler Larry B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$222,000
Interest Rate
7.09%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 1998
Sold by
Ghias Jawed
Bought by
Howard Spencer

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$167,200
Interest Rate
7.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 1996
Sold by
Taylor Gwen A and Gwen Taylor Revocable 1987 Tru
Bought by
Ghias Jawed

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
7.1%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 1991
Sold by
Taylor Gwen A
Bought by
Taylor Gwen
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mccrackin Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Mccrakin Family Trust -- --
Mccrackin John Brian -- None Listed On Document
Mccrackin John $745,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Ohayon Ronen -- Fidelity National Title Co
Ohayon Ronen $480,000 First American Title Company
Butler Larry B -- None Available
Butler Larry B $305,000 Fidelity National Title
Howard Spencer $209,000 Chicago Title
Ghias Jawed $175,000 North American Title
Taylor Gwen -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mccrackin John $670,000
Previous Owner Butler Larry B $278,000
Previous Owner Butler Larry B $246,300
Previous Owner Butler Larry B $223,250
Previous Owner Butler Larry B $222,000
Previous Owner Howard Spencer $167,200
Previous Owner Ghias Jawed $140,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/05/2021 01/05/21 Sold $745,000 -0.7% $493 / Sq Ft
12/18/2020 12/18/20 Pending -- -- --
11/19/2020 11/19/20 For Sale $750,000 -- $497 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $10,082 $806,409 $565,678 $240,731
2024 $10,082 $790,598 $554,587 $236,011
2023 $9,915 $775,097 $543,713 $231,384
2022 $9,298 $759,900 $533,052 $226,848
2021 $8,382 $683,265 $262,794 $420,471
2020 $8,360 $676,260 $260,100 $416,160
2019 $8,262 $663,000 $255,000 $408,000
2018 $8,081 $650,000 $250,000 $400,000
2016 $4,074 $341,431 $75,479 $265,952
2015 $3,909 $336,304 $74,346 $261,958
2014 $3,882 $329,717 $72,890 $256,827
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW20242118

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 7264-017-025