CHARMING CALIFORNIA HEIGHTS HOME WITH TIMELESS APPEAL AND MODERN UPDATES.
Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence located in the heart of California Heights—one of Long Beach’s most sought-after historic neighborhoods. Blending classic architecture with thoughtful modern upgrades, this spacious home offers the perfect balance of character and comfort.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by the home’s charming curb appeal, featuring a white picket fence, period-specific details, mature landscaping, and a welcoming front door. Inside, natural light pours through the oversized windows, highlighting the original hardwood floors and details that pay tribute to the home’s 1930s heritage.
The generous floor plan includes a formal living room with a fireplace, a separate dining area, family room and a fully remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry, stone countertops, and stainless steel appliances—perfect for entertaining or everyday living. The upstairs primary suite offers a private retreat with a spacious en-suite bath with separate tub and shower and ample closet space, while three additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, family, or a home office. The oversized downstairs bonus room (currently used as the 4th bedroom) is on-suite with a 3/4 bath, perfect as a second primary. or multi-family living.
Outside, the large private patio offers ideal indoor/outdoor living perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A second seating area is just off the family room. This home also features a rare 3-car garage, with large area behind the garage perfect for a basketball hoop or additional gated parking.
Situated on a tree-lined street and just moments from boutique shops, local restaurants, parks, and great schools, this California Heights gem offers the best of Long Beach living in a truly timeless setting.
Sold for $1,275,000
Listed by: First Team Real Estate • Erin Kociela • Contact: 714-675-0332
Bought with: West Associates
$1,275,000
3725 Gardenia Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
4beds
2,372sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1938
5,534 Square Feet Lot
$1,276,000 Zestimate®
$538/sqft
$5,226 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,276,000
$1.16M - $1.40M
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Mature landscapingSpacious en-suite bathOversized windowsCustom cabinetryUpstairs primary suiteLarge private patioWhite picket fence
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Listed by:
Erin Kociela DRE #01741562 714-675-0332,
First Team Real Estate
Bought with:
Heather Landeros, DRE #01848864
West Associates
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25140498
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower, Tile Counters
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, In-Law Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: French/Mullioned
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,372 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Direct Access, Electric Gate, Garage, Off Street, Garage Faces Rear
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Front Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 5,534 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Street Level, Trees, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 7417007011
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1938
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Suburban, Sidewalks, Water Sports
- Subdivision: California Heights (Ch)
Location
- Region: Long Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $538/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $841,987
- Annual tax amount: $11,236
- Date on market: 6/27/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 102 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
- Exclusions: Security system and staging furniture.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | Sold | $1,275,000$538/sqft |
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| 11/5/2025 | Pending sale | $1,275,000$538/sqft |
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| 10/25/2025 | Listing removed | $5,000$2/sqft |
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| 10/21/2025 | Contingent | $1,275,000$538/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,000+31.6%$2/sqft |
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| 9/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000$538/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Listing removed | $1,275,000-5.6%$538/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+82.4%$569/sqft |
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| 2/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/11/2021 | Price change | $3,800-2.6%$2/sqft |
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| 2/7/2021 | Price change | $3,900+2.6%$2/sqft |
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| 1/28/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,800$2/sqft |
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| 10/18/2017 | Sold | $740,000-2.6%$312/sqft |
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| 9/26/2017 | Pending sale | $759,900$320/sqft |
Source: Long Beach Pacific Estates #PW17197753 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2017 | Listed for sale | $759,900+34.5%$320/sqft |
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| 4/25/2011 | Sold | $565,000+2.7%$238/sqft |
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| 11/13/2010 | Price change | $550,000+4.8%$232/sqft |
Source: Prudential California Realty #R1005347 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2010 | Listed for sale | $525,000+97.4%$221/sqft |
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| 9/7/2001 | Sold | $266,000+20.9%$112/sqft |
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| 6/29/2000 | Sold | $220,000$93/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,236 +4.4% | $841,987 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,757 +1.7% | $825,478 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,581 +6.5% | $809,293 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,934 +2% | $793,426 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,737 +0.3% | $777,870 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,712 | $769,895 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,712 +4.6% | $754,800 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,282 | $740,000 +21.9% |
| 2017 | $9,282 +19.9% | $607,143 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,743 +7.7% | $595,239 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,190 +5% | $586,299 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,850 | $574,816 +2.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $561,000 +13.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $493,459 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $489,772 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $490,936 +64.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $299,164 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $293,299 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $287,549 |
| 2005 | -- | $287,549 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $276,385 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $271,320 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $266,000 +58.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $168,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: California Heights
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Longfellow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Hughes Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Polytechnic High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Longfellow
- Middle: Hughes
- High: Polytechnic
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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