3745 California Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90807
Single-family home
Sold April 2025
Listing Agent: Bonnie Weiss (DRE #01900724) · Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty · Contact: bonnieweiss@hotmail.com · Bought with: James Brown · Three Lions Realty · MLS #PW25040685 · Source: CRMLS
About this single-family home
Welcome to this charming, Spanish Colonial Revival style bungalow featuring an abundance of original characteristics in the desirable neighborhood of Cal Heights. Built in 1929 this 2 bed, 1 bath home is certified by the California Heights Historic Society. The elevated lot welcomes you with mature landscaping and charming courtyard entry. Enter the home through the original front door w/ speakeasy hardware into the light filled living room. Original features in the living room include arched picture window, faux fireplace w/ decorative gas heater insert and Batchelder castle motif tile, coved ceiling with swirled plaster ceiling finish, built-in drop lid desk and cabinet. Original oak strip hardwood floors, mahogany doors and glass door knobs are found throughout the home. Enter the spacious dining area through an arched doorway, flanked by two decorative arches, original chandelier and sconces. The kitchen is an ample size with plenty of storage, updated appliances and breakfast nook featuring original built in cabinetry and bay window. The spacious bathroom features original Art Deco yellow tile with black accents, built-in cabinets and bathtub. The hallway is complete with storage closest and storage cabinet, featuring the original telephone niche. Both bedrooms are wonderful sizes, filled with natural light and deep closets with the original built-in chest of drawers. The second bedroom, currently serving as a home office is complete with French doors leading to the backyard oasis. The stunning, tranquil backyard oasis features a beautiful, centrally located fountain surrounded by mature and drought tolerant plantings. The decomposed granite pathways and Arizona flagstone makes for low maintenance. With sun filled and shaded areas this garden is the perfect place to entertain family and friends all year round! The detached garage (currently an art studio) is finished with dry wall and perfect to use for additional living space, a home office/gym or studio. The laundry room is located off the back of the home, easy to access through the side kitchen door. Central air conditioning and heating keep the home comfortable all year long. Located close proximity to top rated schools, neighborhood restaurants & boutiques, freeway access, the beach and more! This historic home is a must see!
Listing description from the April 2025 sale, as reported to CRMLS.
Sale history