Open House Life Selections Oct. 4-5 2025

Each week, Open House Life curates a list of historic open houses occurring in and around Long Beach, CA. Make every weekend a historic home tour with Open House Life!

1937 Bixby Knolls Beauty!

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4420 Myrtle Avenue Long Beach, CA 90807

4 bed/4 bath 2,873 sqft.

$2,190,000

Step into this magnificent Classic Spanish Home on the Most Desired Streets in Bixby Knolls, Myrtle Avenue! A timeless blend of architectural elegance and spacious modern living. With 4 Bedrooms and 3 of the 4 Bathrooms recently updated, offering spacious living space on an expansive, over 9,000 sqft lot. Offers the Highly Desired Feature, an ensuite bedroom, located downstairs, perfect for long term guests or extended family living space. Classic details, include arched doorways, clay tile roof, high, wood-beamed ceilings, restored original hardwood floors, stunning original hardware throughout, including a hand wrought balustrade handrail from the 1930's. This chef's kitchen is a true culinary dream, with state-of-the-art Viking appliances and Wolf cooktop, and stunning custom countertops that are as generous as they are gorgeous- perfect for preparing meals in style. So rich in period character and architectural details, this very special home, you Must see for yourself! The spacious interiors provide seamless flow between living, dining and gathering areas. The private backyard is ideal for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing in your own private Secret Garden. Offering a 2 car garage with additional space for RV or boat parking if desired. Has Not been on the market in over 34 years! Don't miss experiencing this very exceptional home!

1935 Single Story Classic Spanish Style with Courtyard

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3900 Myrtle Avenue Long Beach, CA 90807

4 bed/4 bath 1,921 sqft.

$1,699,000

Welcome to this 1935 single-story Classic Spanish home, gracefully situated on a corner lot, on the most desired street in Bixby Knolls, Myrtle Avenue! The main residence offers 4 bedrooms and 3 baths with 1,921 sq ft., complemented by a beautifully finished 347 sq ft. garage conversion with a half bath perfect as a studio, office, or guest retreat. This home blends timeless architectural character with needed modern updates. Highlights include arched leaded-glass windows, coved and tray ceilings, a dramatic living room with a wood-beamed ceiling and fireplace, and a versatile study/office. The primary suite enjoys direct access to the backyard, creating seamless indoor-outdoor connection. A sunlit kitchen with a breakfast nook opens seamlessly for every day living. Enjoy a private front courtyard and a flagstone patio with a fire feature, perfect setting for entertaining. The 7,054 sq ft. lot offers abundant off-street parking and the garage equipped with electrical to support EV charging. Meticulously restored and maintained, this home combines classic Spanish charm with modern conveniences. A true Bixby Knolls treasure! Do Not miss out on this incredible home and living your dream! It is a MUST See for yourself!

Cute as Pie 1929 Duplex with Original Details Throughout!

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1222 E 57th Long Beach, CA 90805

4 bed/2 bath 1,672 sqft.

$949,990

Step into history with this beautifully updated Craftsman-style duplex, built in 1929, offering two detached 2 bedroom, 1 bath homes on a generous 7,899 sq ft lot with approximately 1,672 sq ft of living space. Each unit blends timeless charm with modern upgrades, making this a unique opportunity for both homeowners and investors. Both homes showcase refinished original hardwood floors that have been sanded, stained, and sealed to perfection. The rich wood moldings, baseboards, and doors have been carefully restored, while fresh paint inside and out highlights the architectural details. The remodeled kitchens feature new cabinets, quartz countertops, tile flooring, and stainless steel appliances including a refrigerator, stove, and microwave hood vent. Bathrooms have also been refreshed, with one home offering a full remodel with a new tub, tile surround, vanity, mirror, and glass shower door, while the second home features a new vanity, toilet, reglazed tub, and updated fixtures. Additional upgrades include new dual-pane windows in both units, stylish new light fixtures, a brand-new central AC and heating system in the right home, updated heater in the left home, and all-new copper plumbing on one side with PEX and copper updates on the other. Outside, the property has been enhanced with new landscaping, a gazebo patio cover, and mature fruit trees including mango and banana. A security alarm system is also included with the sale. According to the City of Long Beach Planning Department, the existing garages may be converted into two additional ADU units, creating the potential for a total of four units on the lot (buyer to verify). Located within the Long Beach Unified School District, this property is served by Harte Elementary, Lindbergh Middle, and Jordan High School. Residents will enjoy nearby Houghton Park with its sports fields, skatepark, and community center, as well as the shops and dining at Uptown Commons. With easy access to the 710 and 91 freeways, this Craftsman duplex offers charm, upgrades, and future potential in one of Long Beach’s most connected neighborhoods. "Welcome Home!"

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