521 Central Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90740
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OFF MARKET

521 Central Ave
Seal Beach, CA 90740

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 700 sqft

$1,171,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,105/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$1,171,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,105/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
700 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
700 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,673
Parking
Garage

About this House

One of Seal Beach's cherished cottages is available for rent! Enter this extensively renovated two-bedroom, one-bath standalone home, featuring brand-new electrical, plumbing, landscaping, fixtures, and appliances. The spacious living area boasts a console stand and electric fireplace, complemented by a charming bay window with a bench beneath. The fully updated kitchen offers floating shelves, stainless steel appliances, and in-unit laundry. The two bedrooms are adjacent, each with closet space, and share a newly remodeled bathroom. A backdoor in the kitchen opens to your private yard and a detached two-car garage. Seize the chance for tranquility, privacy, and upscale beach living!

Owner pays water/trash. Tenant pays electric/gas/internet. Private two car garage + parallel parking on the pad. Minisplit AC will be installed. No smoking.
521 Central Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90740 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 700 sqft single-family home. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2025 with an asking price of $4,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 24, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,171,100, with a rent estimate of $3,371/month.

Home Details for 521 Central Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Wall UnitHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Appliances & Utilities
DryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Lawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Detached Garage, On Site

Price History for 521 Central Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/24/2025$4,000ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
05/21/2025$4,000Listed For RentZillow Rentals

Market trends in Seal Beach

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$424K
$7KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$444
$3MoM
Available listings
138
1MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,330
Assessment$58,130
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 521 Central Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
529 Central Ave, Seal Beach, CA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
11/26/25
2
1
733
216 4th St, Seal Beach, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,670,000
02/23/26
3
1
1,000
370 Electric Ave, Seal Beach, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
01/07/26
2
2
1,244
309 15th St, Seal Beach, CA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$1,700,000
12/24/25
2
1
903
221 Central Ave, Seal Beach, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
09/30/25
3
2
1,451
450 Electric Ave, Seal Beach, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
09/24/25
3
2
1,702
204 5th St, Seal Beach, CA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$2,770,000
08/26/25
3
2.5
2,770
377 Galleon Way, Seal Beach, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
06/11/26
3
2
1,747
393 Galleon Way, Seal Beach, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,683,000
08/21/25
3
2
1,702
830 Marvista Ave, Seal Beach, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
08/15/25
3
2
1,230

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Seal Beach

At least 129 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 83 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say car is needed

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say there are community events

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    "It’s Safe, with top schools, and it by the beach. One of the only areas in SoCal that is a walking city "
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  • Bob M Hoover
    "Don’t have one I retired so don’t commute but if I did it would not be Eva fun drive because thev405 is a mess even with tohe new lanes"
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  • Vilma Elisa Paz
    "Los Alamitos is a really good school district, people are wealthy and it’s a safe environment for your children "
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  • Bob M Hoover
    "I lived here 13 years and it wonderful and l love the small town feels I hope stays that way. I will live here the rest of my life"
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  • Trulia User
    "The schools are great and the small beach town feeling is something you just don’t get anywhere else in SoCal."
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  • Katelyn R.
    "It’s a great small town feel community everyone is always nice and I have always felt very safe here. "
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  • Alaina.obrien
    "There are many sidewalks and dog waste disposal areas. Bike trails are also abundant. Main St is very dog friendly with their restaurants and shops. "
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  • Alaina.mayoros
    "In my neighborhood we are military so the families are young and very close. We have frequent community events, parties, movie nights and beach days. There are many many children and they can walk across the street to get to school. I love everything about seal beach and wish I could live here forever. "
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  • Vivianne A.
    "It’s very safe. Very little homelessness. Everything you need is walking distance. We love living on this area "
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  • Allenjay31
    "My commute for work is to the Long Beach Courthouse area..... so it is only 5 to 6 miles each way at most. Public transportation is available if I am ever in any need for it."
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  • Amy S.
    "Easy and smooth. Don’t have to take the freeway and it’s along the coast. Not too much traffic and the sun is always shining "
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  • Vivianne A.
    "Loud dogs, It’s a pretty quiet neighborhood so making sure that your dog doesn’t bark too loudly or for too long."
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  • Darlene C.
    "I loved the area is clean, safe. schools are great, neighbors are nice, quiet area. family friendly! "
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  • Maryammomeny
    "Great schools and neighbors, safe to walk at night. Walking distance to great shops and restaurants. "
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  • Abby D.
    "This neighborhood has everything you could need within walking distance… Pretty much. There is many many businesses on Main Street and a big grocery store for a department store it is a quick eight minute drive up Seal Beach Blvd. You really technically would never need to leave Seal for any basic goods."
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  • Loren D.
    "It’s 7 minutes to the 405. Once you get to the freeway it’s easy access to work. There is not too much traffic in Seal Beach except in the summer."
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  • Dj R.
    "Some community events that make Seal Beach really special are the concerts in the park every Wednesday and the various beach clean ups."
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  • Heather K.
    "Everyone walks their dogs here daily. Extremely dog friendly neighborhood. I would recommend adding a dog park though!!"
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  • Theresa Dudley
    "I walk in this area a lot. It’s quiet in the early morning and there are many people exercising in the morning too."
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  • Fred K.
    "It’s a great place to live, bike, walk, and relax and walk and hit the beach and shops and the pier too. "
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  • J
    "The neighborhood and really the whole town is very dog friendly. There are plenty of green areas and there is also a great trail at Gum Grove Park."
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  • Normanpdavidson
    "It is a very welcome area for dogs and the people that walk them - during the day or at night - everyone keeps their dogs on a leash "
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  • Deboer
    "Great place to live safe very family friendly great schools everyone in the Neighborhood very friendly. "
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  • AnnaG
    "I grew up in Seal Beach. One of the best places to live in Southern California. Lots of small town charm but close to everything So Cal has to offer"
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  • Rachelboulouys
    "Dog owners would love to have the beach available for dogs during winter time. That would be a great provement"
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  • Dhildrer
    "Nice beach town. People are proud of their town. They have community events. Dog friendly area. Nice restaurants on Main St. Nice pier - though the end is still not open."
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  • Cunthiarenaejohnson
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 5 years and it is incredibly charming and I feel safe. I love that it is off the beaten path and I feel safe here and can smell the ocean air."
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  • William B.
    "I live on the military base in this neighborhood. I have very limited experience actually going out and being in the environment that is this neighborhood "
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