Don't want to live in a white, wallboard box? They all look alike don't they.... the alternative is a quiet, vintage building in an upscale Long Beach neighborhood (Belmont Heights), a mixed use area with multimillion dollar SFRs and apartments steps from shops, restaurants and the beaches in Belmont Shore. The buildings are on a hill overlooking the ocean and the City. Breezes come off the ocean at night and in summer, often making the area tens of degrees cooler than other LB locations but proximity to the ocean also makes it warmer in winter. Built in 1923, the building features vintage amenities like double hung windows, wood floors, windows shaded by awnings, and small closets are of the era. Everything has been either carefully maintained or fully restored. Nothing is quite plumb or level, contributing to the quirky charm of the buildings. Vacancies are rare and units usually rent quickly. The kitchen features stove and refrigerator and manmade stone counters. The natural light from three sides makes this a pleasant space. Blinds cover the windows for privacy and light control. The kitchen has linen curtains.. The living room's coffered ceiling makes it easy to divide the space into areas that match your needs... a day bed separated with a freestanding shelf systems could carve out a guest room or office space. The kitchen has room for a table and chairs but the living area can have both dining & living spaces...The service porch, off the kitchen and rear entrance, could house a crib, a rolling cocktail cart, an office, or free standing pantry... Belmont Heights, like Belmont Shore, is a walkable area with many destinations accessible by foot or bicycle. Bike and walking trails blanket Long Beach and trails go off road, behind gated housing, along the rivers and through parks. The network of trails is available online and ready to explore. There is onsite laundry and locked privacy gates surround the buildings, This is a no pets and no smoking property. The 4 smaller garages rent separately for $100/mo.; built in the 40s,garages are narrow and often used for storage rather than for cars. Bicycles, motorcycles, and narrow/small cars are a good fit. Otherwise, street parking is readily available but usually around the corner or across a street...many of the neighboring streets have ample street parking but the 200 block of Belmont Ave, has many apartment buildings, so parking in front is at a premium; There is usually parking across 2nd St. or on neighboring blocks.Your phone has an app to remember where you parked... This is a very walkable neighborhood, A 1-year lease, going month-to-month thereafter, is required. Leases may also be renewed. This is a quiet, adult building. The common areas are quiet and well maintained. Owner pays Long Beach Utilities from a separate fee, currently $125/mo.; tenants pay metered electricity to SCE individually. It is a no smoking property with street parking available in the surrounding neighborhood. The garages are small, rent for $100/mo. and only very small cars (my 2001 VW GTI fits) or motorcycles and bicycles will easily fit. It is a 12 month lease, going month-to-month thereafter.
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