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Sold for $1,850,000
  • Listed by: The Livingston Group Inc • Christopher Livingston • Contact: 562-726-4056
    Bought with: Keller Williams Coastal Prop.
    $1,850,000

    170 Saint Joseph Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803

    3beds
    2,002sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1928
    3,059 Square Feet Lot
    $1,849,800 Zestimate®
    $924/sqft
    $6,213 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,849,800

    $1.68M - $2.03M

    $6,213/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Distinctive turreted entryClassic mediterranean-inspired architectureElegant archwaysPrivate driveway
    Step into a piece of Long Beach history at 170 St. Joseph Avenue, a timeless 1928 Spanish Revival estate featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, originally built as a summer residence for an Austrian ambassador. Known as “Cresta Blanca,” this exceptional home blends old-world craftsmanship with the coastal charm of Belmont Shore living. From the moment you arrive, the home’s classic Mediterranean-inspired architecture and distinctive turreted entry create an unforgettable first impression. Inside, period details transport you to another era, including a stunning hand-painted ceiling mural inspired by the Austrian Alps, elegant archways, and rich architectural character rarely found today. Built during Long Beach’s celebrated 1920s building boom, this residence captures the romance and sophistication of Southern California’s golden age while offering one of the rarest amenities in Belmont Shore — one of the only homes in the neighborhood with a private driveway. Just moments from the beach, bay, and vibrant 2nd Street dining and shopping district, the location perfectly complements the home’s historic charm and exceptional convenience. 170 St. Joseph Avenue is more than a home — it is a legacy property with a story to tell. Rarely do homes with this level of history, architectural personality, coastal location, and coveted parking become available.

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    Listed by:

    Christopher Livingston DRE #01891045 562-726-4056,

    The Livingston Group Inc

    Bought with:

    Kendra Miller, DRE #01396646

    Keller Williams Coastal Prop.

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: RS26112458MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom
    Bedroom
    • Features: All Bedrooms Up
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Laundry Closet
    Features
    • All Bedrooms Up
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Decorative
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,002 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Entry location: 1
    • Pool features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Neighborhood
    Lot
    • Size: 3,059 Square Feet
    • Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
    Details
    • Parcel number: 7247002008
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1928

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Biking, Curbs, Sidewalks, Urban
    Location
    • Region: Long Beach

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $924/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,921,314
    • Annual tax amount: $24,752
    • Date on market: 5/26/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 8 days
    • Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
    • Exclusions: Any and All Personal belongings

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/22/2026Sold$1,850,000+0%$924/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #RS26112458 Report a problem
    6/25/2026Pending sale$1,849,999$924/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #RS26112458 Report a problem
    6/7/2026Contingent$1,849,999$924/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #RS26112458 Report a problem
    5/26/2026Listed for sale$1,849,999+4.2%$924/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #RS26112458 Report a problem
    6/29/2021Sold$1,775,000-1.3%$887/sqft
    Source: GAVAR #21002246 Report a problem
    6/4/2021Pending sale$1,799,000$899/sqft
    Source: GAVAR #21002246 Report a problem
    3/18/2021Listed for sale$1,799,000+46.4%$899/sqft
    Source: GAVAR #21002246 Report a problem
    5/22/2015Sold$1,229,000-1.6%$614/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/22/2015Pending sale$1,249,000$624/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Coastal Prop. #PW15064729 Report a problem
    4/18/2015Price change$1,249,000-3.1%$624/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Long Beach Coastal #PW15064729 Report a problem
    3/28/2015Listed for sale$1,289,000+74.2%$644/sqft
    Source: Better Net Inc. #PW15064729 Report a problem
    12/20/2002Sold$740,000+74.3%$370/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    1/20/1999Sold$424,500$212/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$24,752 +4.4%$1,921,314 +2%
    2024$23,706 +1.7%$1,883,643 +2%
    2023$23,314 +6.7%$1,846,710 +2%
    2022$21,857 +31.3%$1,810,500 +32.7%
    2021$16,640 +0.3%$1,364,583 +1%
    2020$16,598 $1,350,592 +2%
    2019$16,598 +3.8%$1,324,111 +2%
    2018$15,987 $1,298,149 +2%
    2017$15,987 +1.1%$1,272,696 +2%
    2016$15,819 +7.6%$1,247,742 +39.9%
    2015$14,706 +44.9%$891,759 +2%
    2014$10,146 $874,292 +2.5%
    2012-- $853,277 +2%
    2011-- $836,547 +0.8%
    2010-- $830,296 -0.2%
    2009-- $832,269 +2%
    2008-- $815,951 +2%
    2007-- $799,953 +2%
    2006-- $784,268
    2005-- $784,268 +4%
    2004-- $753,815 +1.9%
    2003-- $740,000 +61.6%
    2002-- $457,855 +5.7%
    2000-- $432,990
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Belmont Shore

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Lowell
    • Middle: Rogers
    • High: Wilson

    Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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