$1,349,000

3317 Lees Ave Long Beach, CA 90808

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,951 sqft
0.1 acres
$691 / sqft
House

Property details

About 3317 Lees Ave

Welcome to a stunningly unique Cliff May designed home at 3317 Lees Avenue, nestled in the heart of the Rancho Estate neighborhood of east Long Beach, CA on a beautiful tree-lined street only minutes away from the 800 acre El Dorado Park, Disc Golf Course, Tennis Court Center, Skateboard Park, 18-hole Golf Course, Nature Center and the beloved Duck Pond. This spacious and unique property showcases the quintessential California ranch style, featuring an open floor plan, Central HVAC, expansive windows & doors that invite natural light, and seamlessly emboldens the entertainer's spirit and freedom to fully enjoy Cliff May's airy design and development by Ross Cortese in 1953. With its signature exposed post-and-beam architecture and clerestory windows, this home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for entertaining or just relaxing with family or friends. The secret added bonus to this property, lies deep under your feet, with the vast well-fortified underground shelter, bunker and storage space for your untold possibilities and limitless imagination. It's truly One of A kind! With a generous 6,000 square foot lot, the well-designed grounds include a private patio and courtyard area surrounded with lush greenery-draped perimeter walls; creating a serene and intimate retreat adding to the casual and comfortable aura of this home and showcasing an unblemished outdoor canvas ready for your own future lifestyle choices. Inside, you'll find 1,951 SF of living space with a modern gas fireplace, an inviting island-style kitchen designed for conversation, and alfresco dining and gatherings. The thoughtfully designed layout includes an expansive Primary en-suite and a separate wing that boasts three more bedrooms and an added versatile utility space/laundry room, that can easily adapt to any lifestyle. The strong rugged natural granite stone exterior facade requires very little maintenance and the home was recently refurbished with important modern essentials and many infrastructure improvements; including a new composition roof, new high efficiency Navien tankless water heater, full termite clearance, new bath vanities, an enviable pantry wall w/butcher block/butler serving area, new skylights, new padding/carpeting and sealed natural slate flooring in the open formatted kitchen/dining areas. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of unique and remarkable architectural history—this Cliff May Rancho home is truly a rare find for a well-lived life!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,951 sqft
Lot size0.1428 Acres
Year built1953
ParkingCircular Driveway
MLS #PW25061680
FireplaceFamily Room, Gas

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater, Warming Drawer
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Stone, Tile
  • Interior: Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Track Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Utility Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Circular Driveway
  • Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern, Ranch
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $1,349,000
  • Price/SqFt: $691
  • Annual Tax Amount: $13,116
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers
  • Directions: Just East of Studebaker Road and South of E Wardlow Road - Near El Dorado Park West
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,951 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1428 Acres
  • MLS Number: PW25061680
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Coastal Prop.
  • Office Phone: (562) 397-6778
  • Listing Agent: Jeffery Loftus

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 23, 2006
Home Sold
$770,000
May 23, 1994
Home Sold
$205,000
May 19, 1988
Home Sold
$210,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,031,623$13,116
2023$1,011,396$12,904
2022$991,566$12,106
2021$972,125$11,884
2020$905,000$10,582
2019$850,000$9,088
2018$736,000$9,163
2017$736,000$9,163

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Patrick Henry Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

3720 Canehill Ave

7

Emerson Parkside Academy

Public District KG-5

1.0 mi

2625 Josie Ave

8

Burcham Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.4 mi

5610 E Monlaco Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $132,440. Most Long Beach, CA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

9%
<35k
26%
35k-100k
46%
100k-200k
19%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

35%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 3317 Lees Ave

The listing price of 3317 Lees Ave property is $1,349,000.

The property 3317 Lees Ave is a house located in Long Beach, California, 90808.

Active Listing: 3317 Lees Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 3317 Lees Ave are: Patrick Henry Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Emerson Parkside Academy (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Burcham Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Cubberley K - 8 School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Helen Keller Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Newcomb K - 8 Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Millikan High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Ernest S. Mcbride Sr. High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Los Alamitos High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $13,116 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on February 23, 2006 for $770,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 3317 Lees Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 3317 Lees Ave is 1,951 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 3317 Lees Ave is 1953.

This home is located at 3317 Lees Ave in Long Beach, CA and zip code 90808 in the The Harbor neighborhood. This 1,951 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,349,000.

While more than 58 listings in Long Beach, CA in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 28 listings sold at asking price, and more than 59 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, Long Beach, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 5%. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $830,250, while the average time on the real estate market was 32 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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