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    253 Novara Drive, Long Beach, CA 90803

    3beds
    2,249sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1939
    3,206 Square Feet Lot
    $2,000,300 Zestimate®
    $767/sqft
    $7,287 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,000,300

    $1.84M - $2.18M

    $7,287/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to 253 Novara Dr, you're one-of-a-kind, newly renovated, Naples Island luxury beach home. This serene retreat offers you 3 bedrooms, including two master bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. Additionally, you'll find a fully-renovated detached guest home, a 2-car garage, ample outdoor spaces, including an inviting covered front porch, a private courtyard and an impressive rooftop deck that boasts 360 degree views. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of this home, nestled amidst the beauty of nature, where the lush surroundings become an integral part of your everyday life. The front yard offers a serene patio with views of a tranquil rocky stream, landscaped to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Inside, a European door leads to a spacious formal dining room with high ceilings, newly refinished hardwood floors, and plenty of natural light from multiple windows. The kitchen is a culinary haven, boasting brand new appliances, a hand-painted backsplash, and vintage teak wood cabinets, seamlessly blending modernity and classic charm. Just off the living room is the courtyard, where vibrant camellias provide an enchanting draw for hummingbirds. The spacious, calming upstairs primary bedroom is complete with a cozy fireplace, skylight, and 2 private balconies offering views of the Los Cerritos Canal & Marine Stadium. The master bathroom has double vanity sinks, toilet/bidet combo, standing shower, and sunken tub with jets provides a soothing retreat. The rooftop deck, where you can savor undisturbed million-dollar views spanning from the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island to the snow-capped San Gabriel Mountains. This view is ideal for entertaining friends and family, enjoying your favorite bottle of wine, and observing boats passing by on the canal on your private deck. Detached from the main house is a newly renovated guest home, equipped with a full kitchen, shower, and restroom. This space can easily serve as a private studio, accommodate guests or family, or even generate rental income. Just steps away from public access to the canal, effortlessly launch your kayak or paddle board and embrace the calming lifestyle of Naples Island. The home is within the Long Beach School District, with nearby schools including Naples Elementary, Rogers Middle School, and Wilson High School. Local attractions encompass the iconic Mother's Beach, myriad shops and restaurants along Second St & PCH, the Marina, Farmer's Market, Whole Foods, and much more.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Dillon Floyd,

    eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles

    Bought with:

    Alexis DeVries, 01954779

    Harry Cowan Co

    Shannon Williams, 02140665

    Harry Cowan Co

    Source: eXp Realty,MLS#: 23295265

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Rooms
    • Room types: Family Room, Living Room, Other, Dining Room
    Heating
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Refrigerator, Warming Drawer, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: Inside, Upper Level
    Features
    • Separate Formal Dining Room, Walk In Closets
    • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
    • Doors: Sliding Doors
    • Windows: Skylights
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,249
    • Total interior livable area: 2,249 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached Carport, On Street
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    • Has carport: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Multi/Split
    • Entry location: Main Level
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
    • Pool features: None
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Bath
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Canal, City Lights, Ocean, Peek A Boo
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Ocean
    Lot
    • Size: 3,206 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 40 x 80
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House
    • Parcel number: 7244006004
    • Zoning: LBR1S
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1939

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Long Beach

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $767/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,759,500
    • Annual tax amount: $22,793
    • Date on market: 7/28/2023
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Exclusions: washer/dryer in guest home.

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/27/2023Sold$1,725,000-1.4%$767/sqft
    Source: eXp Realty #175443521 Report a problem
    9/25/2023Pending sale$1,750,000$778/sqft
    Source: CLAW #23-295265 Report a problem
    8/13/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    7/28/2023Listed for sale$1,750,000$778/sqft
    Source: CLAW #23-295265 Report a problem
    7/1/2023Price change$9,700-1%$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    5/28/2023Price change$9,800-2%$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    5/26/2023Price change$9,995-0.1%$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    5/13/2023Listed for rent$10,000$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    4/27/2023Listing removed--
    Source: CLAW #23-236749 Report a problem
    4/9/2023Price change$1,750,000-2.5%$778/sqft
    Source: CLAW #23-236749 Report a problem
    2/1/2023Listed for sale$1,795,000+25.1%$798/sqft
    Source: CLAW #23-236749 Report a problem
    8/3/2022Sold$1,435,000-7.1%$638/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/30/2022Pending sale$1,545,000$687/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #PW22073037 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$22,793 +4.4%$1,759,500 +2%
    2024$21,825 +19.4%$1,725,000 +20.2%
    2023$18,278 +22.4%$1,435,000 +546.4%
    2022$14,934 +414.6%$221,986 +2%
    2021$2,902 +0.3%$217,634 +1%
    2020$2,892 $215,404 +2%
    2019$2,892 +5.4%$211,181 +2%
    2018$2,745 $207,041 +2%
    2017$2,745 +1.1%$202,983 +2%
    2016$2,715 +8.1%$199,004 +1.5%
    2015$2,510 +4.6%$196,016 +2%
    2014$2,401 $192,177 +2.5%
    2012-- $187,558 +2%
    2011-- $183,881 +0.8%
    2010-- $182,508 -0.2%
    2009-- $182,943 +2%
    2008-- $179,357 +2%
    2007-- $175,842 +2%
    2006-- $172,395
    2005-- $172,395 +4%
    2004-- $165,703 +1.9%
    2003-- $162,667 +2%
    2002-- $159,478 +4%
    2000-- $153,287
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    Neighborhood: Naples

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