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A laidback neighborhood in north Long Beach
Houghton Park is where Long Beach begins to stretch its legs, giving residents a little more space and affordability than they'd find closer to the beach. “I think it’s one of the best pockets in North Long Beach,” says Edgar Rangel, resident and Realtor at KW Pacific Estates La Mirada. “In North Long Beach, you find neighborhoods that are mostly apartments, but in Houghton Park, you can get full-size lots and single-family homes.”
Ranch style homes are in abundance throughout Houghton Park.
Houghton Park is located near Artesia Freeway and has a large park and high school within.
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The neighborhood's namesake park
The neighborhood and its popular park were named for Colonel Sherman Otis Houghton. The former Congressman and Civil War veteran purchased this former ranch land in 1846. His family would later gift a portion of it to the city. Houghton Park, a 26-acre green space and community center, is central to the neighborhood. Multiple basketball, tennis and volleyball courts are throughout the greenspace. There are also a playground, skatepark and restrooms. The community center has a space for seniors, and the city facilitates after-school programming for teens as well as special events throughout the year. “The park hosts Jazz Fest in the summer, and that usually gets a pretty good turnout,” says Rangel. “There’s also the Veterans Day Celebration, and people really enjoy that.”
Houghton Park is the main attraction to the neighborhood of Houghton Park.
Practice your jumper at the basketball courts in Houghton Park.
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Minimal Traditional homes at a lower price
Tall palms and American sweetgums shade the sidewalks of the neighborhood. Some properties come with lime, lemon, olive or avocado trees. Street names in the neighborhood continue that theme with Lime, Lemon, Olive and Orange avenues. “It’s known as your entry-level market because it’s a little more affordable than the rest of the city,” Rangel says. Compared to the Long Beach median price of $820,000, Houghton Park’s median price is $725,000. Most houses are Minimal Traditional properties built from the early 20th century through the 1950s. Some homes have a Spanish flair, with features like stucco siding or ride tile roofs. Prices start around $600,000 and can exceed $900,000. These single-family homes typically have only one level and two to three bedrooms. Some have detached garages in the rear. “It’s somewhat competitive; demand is pretty high,” says Luke Smith, a Realtor with Real Brokerage Technologies. “You don't see too many two-stories here, so when there is one for sale, it's in demand.” In fact, homes in Houghton Park tend to sell within 20 days, compared to the U.S. average of 44 days.
Most homes are Minimal Traditional in style and were built between early 20th century and 1950s.
You'll find bungalows, ranch and Spanish influence style homes in Houghton Park.
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Kids attend Long Beach Unified Schools
Depending on where they live within the neighborhood, kids may start at Grant Elementary School, which is rated B by Niche, and go on to Lindbergh STEM Academy, rated B-minus. They can complete their education at Jordan High School, also graded B-minus. At Jordan High, which is in the Houghton Park neighborhood, students align their education with one of many career pathways, from journalism to manufacturing.
Jordan High School, home of the Panthers.
The grand entrance to Grant Elementary School in Long Beach.
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Restaurants on Artesia Boulevard
Houghton Park is close to several chain and locally owned restaurants. Along Artesia Boulevard, residents will find Shootz and Robert Earl’s Barbecue. La Taqueria Brand, a locally owned franchised taco spot, and Orange Teriyaki Restaurant, a fast-casual Japanese restaurant, operate on the same route. A few convenience shops are nearby, too, such as 7-Eleven and the Keo Neighborhood Market. The closest major grocery store, Food 4 Less, is just over a mile northeast.
Stop by La Taqueria Brand for some incredible tacos and burritos.
There are a variety of dining and shopping options off of Artesia Blvd including Orange Teriyaki
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Getting around on Artesia Freeway
Residents can head west across the Los Angeles River to Interstate 710, also called the Long Beach Freeway. “It’s very convenient for commuters with the interstate being right there,” Rangel says. “You might hear it if you look out for it, but it doesn’t get noisy for the most part.” The Artesia Freeway runs a few blocks north of the neighborhood. In addition to fostering a small retail corridor, this roadway connects residents with the rest of Long Beach. While there are sidewalks, and buses stop on all the roads bordering Houghton Park, residents largely depend on cars. Long Beach Airport is 6 miles south.
Public transportation is widely available within Houghton Park.
State Route 91 is a major east–west state highway in the US state of California.
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Parks in this Area
Houghton Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Coolidge Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Jackson Park
Picnic Area
Playground
DeForest Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Cherry Cove Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Grace Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Transit
Airport
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
9 min drive
Bus
Atlantic & Jordan Hs. E
Bus
South & Lewis NW
Bus
Atlantic & Harding NE
Bus
Orange & 64th SW
Bus
Orange & 60th SW
Bus
South & Myrtle NW
Bus
Atlantic & Adams NE
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Houghton Park
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Houghton Park, Long Beach sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Houghton Park, Long Beach over the last 12 months is $725,647, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,515
Median Age
37
Population Density
19 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$70,294
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,313
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.9%
% Population in Labor Force
61.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
79/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
76/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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