Seller's Agent in 2025
Jeffery Loftus
Keller Williams Coastal Prop.
(562) 397-6778
1 in this area
49 Total Sales
3317 Lees Ave Long Beach, CA 90808
Rancho Estates Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,951
Sq Ft
6,222
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Updated Kitchen
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Cubberley K-8 Rated A-
- Open Floorplan
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
As of June 2025PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!! Welcome to a Cliff May designed home at 3317 Lees Avenue, nestled in the heart of the Rancho Estate neighborhood of east Long Beach, CA on a beautiful tree-lined street only minutes away from the 800 acre El Dorado Park, Disc Golf Course, Tennis Court Center, Skateboard Park, 18-hole Golf Course, Nature Center and the beloved Duck Pond. This spacious and unique property showcases the quintessential California ranch style, featuring an open floor plan, Central HVAC, expansive windows & doors that invite natural light, and seamlessly emboldens the entertainer's spirit and freedom to fully enjoy Cliff May's airy design and development by Ross Cortese in 1953. With its signature exposed post-and-beam architecture and clerestory windows, this home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for entertaining or just relaxing with family or friends. The secret added bonus to this property, lies deep under your feet, with the vast well-fortified underground shelter, bunker and storage space for your untold possibilities and limitless imagination. It's truly One of A kind! With a generous 6,000 square foot lot, the well-designed grounds include a private patio and courtyard area surrounded with lush greenery-draped perimeter walls; creating a serene and intimate retreat adding to the casual and comfortable aura of this home and showcasing an unblemished outdoor canvas ready for your own future lifestyle choices. Inside, you'll find 1,951SF of living space with a modern gas fireplace, an inviting island-style kitchen designed for conversation, and alfresco dining and gatherings. The thoughtfully designed layout includes an expansive Primary en-suite and a separate wing that boasts three more bedrooms and an added versatile utility space/laundry room, that can easily adapt to any lifestyle. The strong rugged natural granite stone exterior facade requires very little maintenance and the home was recently refurbished with important modern essentials and many infrastructure improvements; including a new composition roof, new high efficiency Navien tankless water heater, full termite clearance, new bath vanities, an enviable pantry wall w/butcher block/butler serving area, new skylights, new padding/carpeting and sealed natural slate flooring in the open formatted kitchen/dining areas. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of unique and remarkable architectural history—this Cliff May Rancho home is truly a rare find for a well-lived life!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Coastal Prop. Brokerage Phone: 562-397-6778 License #01818396 Listed on: 03/20/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1953 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 6,222 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Block Wall Fence
- Rectangular Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned LBPD11
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Cosmetic Repairs Needed
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Stone Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,951 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Dry Bar
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Track Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- French Doors
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Butlers Pantry
- Gas Cooktop
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Warming Drawer
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Stone
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Termite Clearance
Parking
- Parking Available
- Circular Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Outbuilding
Schools
- Cubberley Elementary And Middle School
- Milikan High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Connected
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by Designed; Cliff May & built; Ross Cortes
- Rancho Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 33
- Tax Tract Number 17558
- Assessor Parcel Number 7079002026
- $407 per year additional tax assessments
Matterport 3D Tours
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 20, 2025
Closed on
May 23, 2025
Sold by
Davis Doug
Bought by
Gonzalez Michael Marcos and Gonzalez Jessica Carrejo
Seller's Agent
Jeffery Loftus
Keller Williams Coastal Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Christina Hawkins
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,414,000
Sold Price
$1,290,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$124,000
-8.77%
Views
114
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$21,996
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.45%
Original Mortgage
$993,300
Outstanding Balance
$989,857
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$278,147
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 7, 2006
Sold by
Davis Robin N
Bought by
Davis Doug
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$154,000
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 19, 2006
Sold by
Collins Beltz Paul
Bought by
Davis Doug
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$154,000
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2004
Sold by
Collins Beltz Paul
Bought by
Collins Beltz Paul and Collins Beltz Naomi
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$464,000
Interest Rate
1.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 10, 2002
Sold by
Collins Beltz Paul
Bought by
Collins Beltz Paul and Collins Beltz Naomi
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$310,000
Interest Rate
6.09%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 6, 2001
Sold by
Collins Beltz Paul
Bought by
Collins Beltz Paul
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$232,200
Interest Rate
7.08%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 7, 1999
Sold by
Collins Beltz Paul
Bought by
Collins Beltz Paul and Collins Beltz Naomi
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 1998
Sold by
Collins Beltz Naomi S
Bought by
Collins Beltz Paul
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,000
Interest Rate
6.93%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 15, 1994
Sold by
Karcher Ted H
Bought by
Collins Beltz Paul and Collins Beltz Naomi S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,500
Interest Rate
8.52%
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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 | $1,290,000 | Ticor Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | North American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $770,000 | North American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Equity Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | American Coast Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Gift Deed | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | South Coast Title | |
| Grant Deed | $205,000 | World Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $993,300 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $154,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $616,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $464,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $310,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $232,200 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $206,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $184,500 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $29,500 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $58,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/11/2025 06/11/25 | Sold | $1,290,000 | -0.5% | $661 / Sq Ft |
| 05/14/2025 05/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/12/2025 05/12/25 | Price Changed | $1,297,000 | -3.9% | $665 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | Price Changed | $1,349,000 | -4.6% | $691 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2025 03/20/25 | For Sale | $1,414,000 | -- | $725 / 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 | $13,116 | $1,052,254 | $692,577 | $359,677 |
| 2024 | $13,116 | $1,031,623 | $678,998 | $352,625 |
| 2023 | $12,904 | $1,011,396 | $665,685 | $345,711 |
| 2022 | $12,107 | $991,566 | $652,633 | $338,933 |
| 2021 | $11,884 | $972,125 | $639,837 | $332,288 |
| 2019 | $10,582 | $850,000 | $560,100 | $289,900 |
| 2018 | $9,089 | $736,000 | $485,000 | $251,000 |
| 2016 | $8,100 | $685,000 | $451,000 | $234,000 |
| 2015 | $7,424 | $644,000 | $424,000 | $220,000 |
| 2014 | $6,509 | $556,000 | $366,000 | $190,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jeffery Loftus
-
Christina Hawkins
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Christina Hawkins
Coldwell Banker Realty
(562) 494-4600
1 in this area
22 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PW25061680
APN: 7079-002-026
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