261 Bennett Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803
OFF MARKET

261 Bennett Ave
Long Beach, CA 90803

Belmont Heights
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,810 sqft

$1,711,700

Trulia Estimate
as of May 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,270/mo*
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$1,711,700

Trulia Estimate
as of May 24, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,270/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,810 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to 261 Bennett Ave, This must see Belmont Heights classic beauty has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Impeccably maintained and truly turn-keyFrench doors open to the tranquil drought-tolerant landscaped back yard with solar -powered adjustable pergola , perfect for entertaining or relaxing while you sit and listen to the water fountain. On the side of the house you have another quaint patio area perfect for reading or drinking tea or wine. Hard wood flooring throughout, living room has a beautiful gas fire place with granite hearth. Kitchen is beautifully designed with cambia countertops, custom cabinets have pull out drawers in the pantry, stainless steel appliances, farmhouse kitchen sink, reverse osmosis drinking water system and a wine fridge. Long drive way that can park up to 4 cars leads to the detached 2 car garage, the electric gate adds privacy. Locate close to Belmont shore ,shopping, dining, entertainment and schools.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
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Home Details for 261 Bennett Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Details
AtticNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, OfficeCeiling Fan
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: StuccoLawnPatioPorchSprinkler System
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1936Year Updated: 1936
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6519 sqft

Price History for 261 Bennett Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/16/2020$1,275,000Sold
CRMLS #RS20189793
10/07/2020$1,299,000PendingAgent Provided
10/05/2020$1,299,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
09/18/2020$1,299,000PendingAgent Provided
09/11/2020$1,299,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/04/2013$850,000Sold
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05/11/2013$839,000PendingAgent Provided
05/02/2013$839,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/03/2007$930,000Sold
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02/12/2001$515,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$18,003
Assessment$1,380,100
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Date
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243 Ximeno Ave, Long Beach, CA
0.12
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$1,362,000
03/11/26
4
2
1,772
4224 E Massachusetts St, Long Beach, CA
0.12
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$1,350,000
10/20/25
4
2
1,702
254 Bennett Ave, Long Beach, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,295,000
04/02/26
3
1
1,628
4235 East Broadway, Long Beach, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,010,000
04/30/26
3
2
2,500
4427 E Vista St, Long Beach, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,625,000
11/14/25
3
2
1,565
209 Ximeno Ave, Long Beach, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,915,000
06/30/25
3
2
2,199
227 Ximeno Ave, Long Beach, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,405,000
12/17/25
2
1.5
1,814
257 Euclid Ave, Long Beach, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,785,000
08/20/25
3
2
1,926
4110 E Vermont St, Long Beach, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,347,500
09/29/25
4
3
1,569
271 Prospect Ave, Long Beach, CA
0.14
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$1,669,500
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3
3
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Neighborhood Overview

Belmont Heights
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What Locals Say about Belmont Heights

At least 239 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 98 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 97 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 79 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 70 % Say car is needed

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 54 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 49 % Say parking is easy

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say there are community events

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  • P9s97pwq8r
    "There are many child friendly places and activities for the whole family. There are several parks and playgrounds where children can enjoy themselves and it’s a safe space. The public spaces are well maintained and everyone is pretty friendly and welcoming and socially appropriate. "
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  • Celissa Valenzuela
    "Quiet, accessible and always parking. The area is close to the beach and close to 2nd and Pine with easy access to the highways if needed. "
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  • Tiana Echols
    "This neighborhood is very dog friendly. About a 20min walk to the dog beach, plus multiple parks are nearby. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Street parties, Halloween trick n treaters- Holiday lights/ decor. My immediate neighbors are ALWAYS willing to help each other out."
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  • Trulia User
    "I love walking our neighborhood from the beach, to Belmont Shore to Bluff Park. We have so many options of transportation if you can’t or don’t want to drive. "
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  • Trulia User
    "We have lived here w our daughter for almost 19 years. We love the neighborhood & the people. We feel safe walking around here but we also have issues with our packages being stolen and our cars being broken into. The neighborhood is clean, welcoming and quiet. We love it here."
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  • Trulia User
    "The people and neighbors are super nice. We have a great sense of community and help one another. Crime and other issues are very low."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s like a downtown area without it really being in downtown. You can enjoy the beach, parks, restaurants, bars by just walking. But the place is pretty saturated with people. So parking is tough. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it s very close to the beach the parking on this street you will find a spot unlike lots of streets in Long Beach. Lots of things to see the closer you get to down town."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great Area. Definitely need a parking spot to make life easier...Lately a bit scary to be out alone at night."
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  • Trulia User
    "Walkable family friendly area. 2nd st always has events and is welcoming to the neighborhood. Everyone says hello!"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a giving community that is diverse and family oriented. We have incredible menagerie of birds- herons, peacocks, doves, parrots, owls. Most people own dogs and we have the best dog sitter next door. The walks here are peaceful and beautiful. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are an increasing amount of homeless in the streets during day and night, we need to get adjusted on seeing them sleeping on the sidewalks and alleys, most of them have psychological problems and/or drug problems and we need to be careful on how to walk around them."
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  • Trulia User
    "people, beach, festival and the entertainment provided by the city of Long Beach. nice walking paths and the closeness of biking paths all make the neighborhood excellent"
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  • Trulia User
    "Pride of neighborhood, homes with character. There are Great schools, Junior Guards, walking distance to restaurants, shops, the park and the beach"
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of parks nearby for exercising your dog. Well maintained walking paths and dog beaches nearby as well. Some dogs aren't leashed in the parks though."
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  • Trulia User
    "There are many homeless everywhere, poop on the alleyways, parking impacted, nobody knows their neighbor"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a quite family area with exception of the amazing wildlife like parrots, herons, peacocks, and yet wildly interesting with the coyotes, possums, raccoons as well. "
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  • Dgrecohomes
    "Friendly, well maintained neighborhood, close to the beach, restaurants and major convenience. Walkable city with many bike paths."
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  • Dgrecohomes
    "Good schools with family participation. Beach close and many water activities with kid programs. Restaurants, shops and markets, walking and biking distance."
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  • Proudmex75
    "Friendly people, great restaurants, many shops, and all within walking distance. Great beach paths, and dedicated doggie beach."
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  • Proudmex75
    "It’s close to the beach, and the doggie park, and there is always plenty of people walking their dogs."
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  • Latoya L.
    "Nothing rt now it great area I love it 🥰 💯💜💛💚😘🥰 Love the neighborhood great 👍🏽 kids go to school close "
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  • Mira-Maj S.
    "It’s a pet friendly neighborhood with little traffic and pretty quiet at night. You can walk everywhere and reach downtown easily too. Lots of playgrounds and dog parks around and the dog beach is very close too. "
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  • Vivian D.
    "It's easy to commute anywhere in this neighborhood, neighborhood is quiet and the neighbors are sweet and cares about you."
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  • Dgrecohomes
    "Very close to dog beach. Safe to walk dogs at night. Many dog shops, “barkery’s” and parks for them to run."
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  • Mira-Maj W.
    "It is Very close To the beach and the bluff which is very family friendly too. Not too much traffic around here either."
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  • Patrick
    "Lots of great local bars and restaurants, all kinds of amenities nearby, a bit far from any freeway...the 710, 405 and 605. "
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  • Ann M. M.
    "The neighborhood holds great value. It’s cheaper than Belmont shore but safer than downtown Long Beach. I love living here!"
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  • Kathy H.
    "Love Belmont Heights I have lived in this area for over ten years. Pet friendly nice neighborhood for walks people are friendly too. Walk to local small businesses too. "
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  • Mira-maj
    "It is a very dog friendly neighborhood. Our dog found a hole in garden fence twice and people took her back, carrying her. It’s very close to the dog beach too, we go there so often. Great atmosphere and dogs get to actually run finally "
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  • Vbolsega
    "I work in Burbank 38 miles from home. Commuter hours traffic is very heavy. I work a swing shift and traffic is average. Takes about an hour."
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  • Nora F.
    "Nice walking spaces and well kept yards. Large shady trees and beautiful blooms. Drivers are considerate "
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  • Karla A.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 2 years and there’s a real sense of community here. I love all my neighbors. Everyone is so friendly and it’s convenient to be close to 2nd street and minutes from downtown. "
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  • Megangreymcinteer
    "There are frequent block parties in different areas of the neighborhood. Lots of holiday decor to look at during different times of the year. "
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  • Kallieeberry
    "Memorial Day weekend block party, Christmas parade, walkable restaurants and bars, can walk to 2nd street and the beach"
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  • Krisdmauga
    "Lived here 12.5 years in this area and love 98% of it. People are great, neighborhood is beautiful! Draw backs: we have had our cars broken into multiple times, our mail stolen multiple times resulting in identity and CC theft, our deliveries stolen many times. "
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  • Heidi W.
    "Quaint and charming, lots of shops and restaurants within walking distance. Has community feel, near the beach, active lifestyle crowd, fun to live here! "
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  • Americantransp
    "There are a lot of homeless in the streets, and they love to live around our houses, we leave them alone and they for the most part are not dangerous so we are very used to walk along their side when we are getting into our homes after work."
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261 Bennett Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,810 sqft single-family home built in 1936. 261 Bennett Ave is located in Belmont Heights, Long Beach. This property is not currently available for sale. 261 Bennett Ave was last sold on Oct 16, 2020 for $1,275,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 261 Bennett Ave is $1,711,700.