$960,000
SOLD MAY 30, 2025
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,502 Sq Ft
5,572 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$639 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Corner Lot
  • No HOA
  • Laundry Room
  • Longfellow Elementary School Rated A-
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Landscaped

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to your opportunity to own a piece of Long Beach history! Nestled in the highly sought-after California Heights Historic District, this 1942 historic gem exudes timeless character and is surrounded by tree-lined streets, well-preserved architecture, and a strong sense of community.

While public records show this as a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home, it is currently configured as a 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom with the third room converted into a cozy den—perfect for a family room. 3603 Lemon Ave. maintains many of its original features—from the hardwood floors, charming built-ins, and classic finishes—offering the perfect canvas for your dream home.

Step outside and enjoy the true beauty of California Heights: a bright community centrally located just minutes from Bixby Knolls shops, local eateries, and award-winning schools.

Don't miss this rare chance to bring your vision to life in one of Long Beach’s most treasured neighborhoods. With great bones, loads of potential, and undeniable charm, this is more than a home—it’s your next chapter.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gia Silva

INTI Realty Brokerage Phone: 562-572-4978 License #01408839 Listed on: 04/08/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

James Brown

Three Lions Realty License #01997495

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 5,572 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned LBR1N

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,502 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • California Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 54 / 6
  • Tax Tract Number 5630
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7146017030
  • $400 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: California Heights (CH)
  • View: No
  • Zoning: LBR1N
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 7146017030
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1502.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 639.15
  • Room Type: Family Room, Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5572.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1279

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5572.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 6
  • Tax Census Tract: 5720.01
  • Tax Lot: 54
  • Tax Tract Number: 5630
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 400.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2025
Closed on
May 27, 2025
Sold by
Sandra J Steinbacher Trust and Steinbacher Julieanne E
Bought by
Gutierrez Gregorio and Sandoval Valeria
Seller's Agent
Gia Silva
INTI Realty
Buyer's Agent
James Brown
Three Lions Realty
List Price
$900,000
Sold Price
$960,000
Premium/Discount to List
$60,000
6.67%
Views
65
Current Estimated Value
$970,992

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,992
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.05%
Original Mortgage
$816,000
Outstanding Balance
$812,536
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$158,456

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 2010
Sold by
Steinbacher Sandra J
Bought by
Steinbacher Sandra J and Sandra J Steinbacher Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
4.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2010
Sold by
Steinbacher Sandra J and Sandra J Steinbacher Trust
Bought by
Steinbacher Sandra J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
4.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2010
Sold by
Steinbacher Sandra J
Bought by
Steinbacher Sandra J and Sandra J Steinbacher Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 1993
Sold by
Delgado Juan Carlos and Delgado Ascencion
Bought by
Steinbacher Sandra J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,500
Interest Rate
6.97%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $960,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Netco Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $195,000 Southland Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $816,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $260,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $175,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $960,000 +6.7% $639 / Sq Ft
04/16/2025 04/16/25 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2025 04/08/25 For Sale $900,000 -- $599 / 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 $4,352 $331,406 $193,065 $138,341
2024 $4,352 $324,909 $189,280 $135,629
2023 $4,276 $318,539 $185,569 $132,970
2022 $4,020 $312,294 $181,931 $130,363
2021 $3,932 $306,171 $178,364 $127,807
2019 $3,874 $297,092 $173,075 $124,017
2018 $3,730 $291,268 $169,682 $121,586
2016 $3,426 $279,959 $163,094 $116,865
2015 $3,290 $275,755 $160,645 $115,110
2014 $3,270 $270,355 $157,499 $112,856
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW25075632

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 7146-017-030