Palacio del Mar

The Palacio Del Mar is located just two short blocks from the prestigious Long Beach Museum of Art walk into Downtown Long Beach , the East Village Arts District, or take a walk along the bike path on the beach right into Shoreline Village. Dont feel like walking? Hop onto one of the free Red Passport bus. It will take you into Downtown, to the Queen Mary, to CSULB or spend an afternoon on 2nd Street in Belmont Shore, shopping and having lunch at one of the many fine restaurants. This complex is located at 15th Place and Ocean Blvd with access to the Beach. Convienent to Downtown Long Beach, Belmont Shore. There is convenient Public Transportation to Downtown Long Beach, the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Light Rail (Blue Line) connecting to Downtown Los Angeles. Feel like going out for breakfast, walk around the corner and across Bixby Park to the infamous Park Pantry, only the best diner in Long Beach. Long Beach has something to offer just about everyone. AMENITIES Indoor Pools Jacuzzi Fitness Center Private Movie Theater Private Shuttle Service Play Room Library Tennis courts fine details such as granite counter tops and designer furnishings BUILDING DATA   Total Floors: 8 Other Entry Stucco Exterior Flat Tile Roof Location Information Cross Streets: OCEAN BLVD Driving Directions: CORNER OF OCEAN AND 15TH PLACE To find current condo listings at Palacio del Mar please click here: http://condocompare.com/CA/LONG-BEACH-condos/Palacio-del-Mar-Condominiums.aspx Courtesy of:       Michael Ojeda       Redfin

 

Cooper Arms

Originally conceived in 1922 as the most luxurious co-operative apartment building in Long Beach, it was rival to the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles and the Huntington and Maryland Hotels in Pasadena. The construction of the Cooper Arms reflected the building boom after World War I and the discovery of oil in the region. The Cooper Arms opened in March, 1924 as the city’s first residential high rise, catering to elegant resort living. The architects of the Cooper Arms were Alexander Curlett and Claude Beelman prominent architects of the day who also designed the Farmers and Merchants Bank building at Pine Avenue and 3rd Street in Long Beach and the Security Bank building at Pine Avenue and 1st Street in Long Beach. Claude Beelman later became a significant architect of buildings on the “miracle mile” of Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. The Cooper Arms was built by the Scofield Construction Company, also the builders of the Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. The Cooper Arms is designed in the Italian Renaissance Revival style with elegant architectural and decorative features on both the interior and exterior. The building is a twelve story, steel frame reinforced concrete structure with exterior walls of brick finished in smooth stucco. The ground floor is comprised of both public and private space. Commercial uses are adjacent to an arcade which accesses the Ocean Boulevard frontage. The Linden Avenue entrance accesses a Spanish Loggia which exits to a large garden on one side and a large public space on the opposite side, known as the “Grand Salon”, designed as a prominent gathering place for the elegant resort residents of the 1920’s. The Grand Salon has an eclectic decorative composition typical of the 1920’s era. Design elements include Egyptian-derived lotus, swags and medallions inscribed with urns and profiles. The large public space also displays a formal marble front Louis XVI fireplace. The 12th floor Solarium occupies a major portion of the top floor. It was designed to function as a ballroom, meeting room, banquet room and all-purpose informal entertainment center. The room has a domed ceiling with original lotus and bud molding. French doors open onto wrought iron balconies on the north, west and south sides of the room with commanding views of both ocean and city. The original hardwood floors, carefully installed at the time of construction of the building to absorb noise and provide correct resilience for dancing, are still in place and in good condition. Floors 2 through 12 comprise the 159 residential units, once owned as cooperative apartments, today are condominiums. This is the perfect building for a pied-a-terre as there are some studio units that occaisionally become available in the $200,000 range.  To find current condo listings at Cooper Arms please click here: http://condocompare.com/CA/LONG-BEACH-condos/Cooper-Arms.aspx Courtesy of: Cooper Arms HOA High Rises

Ocean Club Condominiums

Explore living at “The Ocean Club”, a high-rise luxury condo building on Ocean Boulevard in Long Beach, California.   Imagine a beach lifestyle with coastline, ocean and mountain views from your very own condo.   Built in 1984, this modern high rise condo has 116 units.  In 2010, the price ranges are from $849,000 to $1,800,000 for a downtown condo in 90802.   AMENITIES Enjoy amenities including a: Fitness room Pool Spa 24 hr doorman & security Party and guest rooms Sun Deck Viking BBQ Grills Steps to the beach where you can enjoy the ocean, bike path or take a short walk on the walkway to downtown Long Beach or Belmont Shore The Ocean Club Condominiums are located on the Southwest Corner of Ocean Boulevard and 8 h Place, on the ocean side of the street.  Approximately 1 1/2 miles from Downtown Long Beach Within walking distance from Shoreline Village via the Bike Path The 710 Freeway entrance is 2 miles away with easy access to 405 Freeway Fine restaurants on Pine Avenue are within easy walking distance Shopping  is close by on 2nd Street in Belmont Shore or 1/2 hour away at the Cerritos or Lakewood Malls  To find current condo listings at Ocean Club please click here: http://condocompare.com/CA/LONG-BEACH-condos/Ocean-Club-Condiminiums.aspx         Courtesy of:       Red Wagon Team       High Rises       Michael Ojeda

The Promenade Walk

The Promenade Walk is a mid-rise apartment building located in the heart of downtown Long Beach.  These homes offer great features like stainless steel appliances, high ceilings, solid surface counters and exposed ductwork.  The building amenities include a new fitness center, yoga room and and outdoor living room with fireplace! Ultra sleek meets bohemian chic at the brand new Promenade Walk. Occupying one of Long Beach's premier locations right along the dynamic Pine Avenue corridor this contemporary home base lets you walk to all of Long Beach's best dining, shopping, nightlife and entertainment. Promenade Walk's sophisticated new soft lofts, flats and Live/Work Shopkeeper units are filled with designer comforts and amenities. Each one- or two-story home ranges from 1,118 to 1,875 square feet, with up to 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Gourmet kitchens include stainless steel appliances and the open floorplans feature commercial grade windows, high ceilings and exposed spiral ducting. The Promenade Walk life extends beyond your walls too, with a state-of-the-art fitness center and yoga room, private club and catering center, and an outdoor living room with fireplace, perfect for entertaining with neighbors and friends. FEATURES/AMENITIES Walk to shopping, dining, entertainment & beaches From 1,118 to 1,875 sq. ft. Up to 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms 97 lofts, flats and Live/Work Shopkeeper units State-of-the-art fitness center/yoga room Private clubroom and catering center Outdoor living environment with fireplace Tranquil water features Open floorplans, commercial grade windows and high ceilings Exposed spiral ducting Stainless steel appliances To find current listings at The Promenade Walk please click here: http://condocompare.com/CA/LONG-BEACH-condos/-The-Promenade-Walk.aspx Courtesy of: Condo Exchange High Rises

Insurance Exchange Lofts

The Insurance Exchange is an authentic historic loft building with huge open lofts that feature many modern amenities.   Most lofts have hardwood floors and gourmet kitchens, as well as exposed brick, high ceilings and huge windows.  The building itself is a work of art with great architectural elements you just don't find in the newer high-rises. BUILDING DETAILS Total Floors: 8 Year Built Source: Assessor Ground Level Entry (No Steps) Brick Exterior Location Information Cross Streets: pine and broadway Driving Directions: Pine Ave to Broadway, east. To find current listings at Insurance Exchange Lofts  please click here: http://condocompare.com/CA/LONG-BEACH-condos/Insurance-Exchange-Lofts.aspx Courtesy of: High rises Redfin

Meridian Condominiums

The Meridian, situated only six blocks west of Shoreline Drive, is one of Alamitos Beach’s newest and most sought-after luxury oceanfront condominium developments. The exclusive 4-story structure was built by the Anastasi Construction Company in 2001, just one year after the completion of its popular resort-style sister dwelling next door, 1500 E. Ocean Blvd. Address: 1400 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802 Stories: 4  Units: 70 condos  Types of Units: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, varied floor plans  Approx. Size Range: 1,293 to 1,800-plus sq. ft.  Year Built: 2001 AMENITIES Indoor Amenities: Cathedral 9-foot ceilings accented with crown molding Gourmet kitchens featuring granite countertops and tile floors White European-style cabinets Gas fireplaces High-shine hardwood floors Elegant recessed lighting Deep soaking tubs His and her sinks Spacious deluxe master suites Majestic ocean views/breezes from most bedrooms and living rooms State-of-the-art beachfront exercise room Upscale entertainment clubhouse, complete with billiards table Convenient laundry access Secure, Andres Escobar-designed lobby entry with 24/7 concierge and video security Pet friendly building Outdoor Amenities: Direct beach access, literally only steps away Spacious sun-bathed balconies Resort-style ocean-view association pool and spa Sun chair-lined sundeck patio and BBQ for entertaining guests and relaxing Secure enclosed parking and secure storage lockers Bicycle storage Convenient proximity to the bustling Pine Avenue, Rainbow Harbor, 2nd Street/Belmont Shore entertainment, business and culture districts Convenient access to public transit, including Long Beach Transit’s A and D Passport bus lines   Step outside without ever leaving home from one of the Meridian’s spacious, private oceanfront master bedroom balconies. Here you can extend your living space to include breathtaking panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, the Queen Mary, Catalina Island, the downtown Long Beach skyline, even as far as Newport Beach and beyond. To find current listings at The Meridian Condominiums  please click here: http://condocompare.com/CA/LONG-BEACH-condos/Meridian-Condominiums.aspx Courtesy of: Mark Shandrow

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Marina Pacifica Condos

Marina Pacifica Condos are a waterfront condominium complex built in 1974. A picturesque complex with 570 units built with 16 various floor plans of condominiums and townhomes.  Enjoy the breathtaking views of Alamitos Bay and the amenities of living in these Long Beach condos. The complex is guard gated to provide extra privacy and security. There are boat docks within the complex and it borders Alamitos Bay.  Stroll across the bridge from Marina Pacifica into the Marketplace that offers a wide variety of shopping and local of restaurants.  The home owner’s assocation is about $690 a month.  Prices range from $220,000 to $600,000. Marina Pacifica is a spacious resort-like community located on the water near marine stadium. AMENITIES Marina Pacifica offers homeowners: the luxury of 6 pools and spas 19 acres of landscaping, a clubhouse boat slips a newly-renovated gym coin operated laundry facilities 2 reception rooms for large affairs the security of a gated access community with a 24-hour guard on duty Exclusive Long Beach, California waterfront homes Mothers' Beach is just over the bridge to the opposite side of the bay.  Shopping is within steps from your condo to the Long Beach Marketplace or dining in many local restaurants around the harbor including California Pizza Kitchen, Claim Jumpers, Lone Ranger, El Torito, Hoff's Hut and Joe's Crab Shack. To find current condo listings at Marina Pacifica please click here: http://condocompare.com/CA/LONG-BEACH-condos/Marina-Pacifica.aspx Courtesy of: Marina Pacifica Red Wagon Team

International Tower

International Tower is one of the most significant buildings in the city, and demonstrates architectural and design significance through technological innovation. The buildings structural engineer, T. Y. Lin who died in 2003, was world renown for his advances in reinforced formed concrete structures, and was referred to as the “father of pre-stressed concrete” because of his achievements in furthering it’s applications in tall buildings, bridges, and other structures. International Tower was one of T. Y. Lin’s hallmark designs, and was the tallest pre-stressed concrete building in the world at the time of its completion in early 1966. Through the years International Tower has become synonymous with the Long Beach Grand Prix. From the very beginning of the famous race’s history, the tower became known for elaborate parties for the rich and famous during grand prix weekend. Many Hollywood celebrities, members of the Los Angeles Lakers, and even members of the rock band ‘The Rolling Stones’, have been among the many elite who have been guests at tower race parties. Located in downtown Long Beach, within walking distance to: Marina, Shoreline Village, The Convention Center, Aquarium of the Pacific. Pine Avenue Restaurants and Theaters . Address: 700 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802 Stories: 30 Units: 204 condos Types of Units: Wide selection, including 1 bedroom, 1 bathrooms; 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms; 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms Size Range: Approx. 880 sq. ft. to 1,260 sq. ft. Year Built: 1965 HOA Dues: Approx. $635/month Views: Breathtaking panoramic views spanning Catalina Island; The Queen Mary; Rainbow Harbor; The Convention Center Wyland mural; Long Beach and Los Angeles harbors; downtown Los Angeles; mountain ranges; even from the Hollywood Hills to as far as Newport Beach. AMENITIES Indoor Amenities: ·                    Unparalleled panoramic combination city and ocean views ·                    Stunning floor-to-ceiling glass “curtain” walls ·                    Upgraded luxury fitness and club rooms ·                    24/7 on-site security and concierge ·                    Deluxe fireplaces ·                    Many units outfitted with modern upgrades and interior design ·                    Top quality new floors, ranging from travertine and ceramic tile to freshly laid Berber carpet ·                    Gourmet kitchens featuring new stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, granite countertops and custom cabinets ·                    Several spacious master bedrooms boast French doors, walk-in closets, in-room baths, cherry wood Murphy beds, desks and built-in bookshelves ·                    Elegant harbor-facing lobby entrance and reception area ·                    Deep soaking tubs ·                    In-unit laundry hook-ups ·                    Disability/wheelchair modifications available Outdoor Amenities: ·                    Spacious wrap-around balconies ·                    Direct beach access, literally only steps away ·                    Ocean view heated association swimming pool and BBQ patio ·                    Secured subterranean assigned parking, plus guest parking ·                    Convenient proximity to the bustling Pine Avenue, Rainbow Harbor, 2nd Street/Belmont Shore entertainment, business and culture districts ·                    Convenient access to public transit, including Long Beach Transit’s A and D Passport bus lines; only three blocks to the MTA Blue Line station (light rail to downtown Los Angeles); convenient to the 710, 405, 605 & 105 Freeways; approximately 30 minutes to LAX airport.; only steps away from the popular beach bike path that connects to the Los Angeles River Path and to the path to Huntington Beach. Live Inside a Legendary Long Beach Landmark The International Tower is one of the most significant buildings in the city, and demonstrates architectural and design significance through technological innovation. The character-defining features of International Tower include its Ocean Boulevard at Shoreline Drive location on a bluff overlooking the shoreline marina area and the Pacific Ocean; a 32-story height; circular massing; floor to ceiling aluminum frame glass curtain walls and sliding doors; continuous metal-railed balconies; and flat roof with penthouse. "International Tower is a true Engineering Trophy that Long Beach is proud to have residing on its shores. It can also be argued that there may be no other high-rise structure, other than International Tower, that better exemplifies the characteristics associated with Mid-Century Modern design criteria, including form and principle, not only in California but nationally." To find current listings at International Tower please click here: http://condocompare.com/CA/LONG-BEACH-condos/International-Tower.aspx Courtesy of: Mark Shandrow Mike Ojeda Heine Selzer