One of the most common questions buyers ask when they start researching Long Beach is simple: what do condos actually cost here? The honest answer is that it depends, on the neighborhood, the configuration, the building, the floor, and the view. A studio in Wrigley and a two-bedroom in Belmont Shore are both Long Beach condos, but they occupy completely different market segments with completely different price dynamics.
This guide breaks down 2025 Long Beach condo prices in the most useful way possible: by configuration (studio through penthouse), by neighborhood, and by property type (traditional condos vs. lofts). Every figure in this guide reflects actual MLS-recorded closings within Long Beach city limits during 2025. These are not asking prices or Zestimate estimates. They are what buyers actually paid.
Prices will change year over year. This guide covers 2025. For updated quarterly data and multi-year trend analysis, see our Long Beach Condo Market Report.
| 2025 Market Baseline: Median condo price across all Long Beach configurations, $535,000. Median price per square foot, $595. Median days on market, 18. Total closings, 1,192. Data covers studios through penthouses, condos and lofts. |
2025 Long Beach Condo Prices at a Glance
Before we go deep into neighborhoods and details, here is the view from the top. The table below summarizes 2025 median prices and price-per-square-foot across every major configuration category, along with the typical price range buyers can expect for each type.
Table 1: 2025 Long Beach Condo Price Summary, All Configurations
| Configuration | Units Sold (2025) | Median Sale Price | Avg $/Sq Ft | Typical Low | Typical High |
| Studio / Junior 1BR | 138 | $342,000 | $521 | $265,000 | $419,000 |
| 1 Bedroom | 389 | $478,000 | $568 | $379,000 | $619,000 |
| 2 Bedroom | 521 | $612,000 | $598 | $469,000 | $895,000 |
| 3 Bedroom | 112 | $821,000 | $612 | $649,000 | $1,200,000 |
| Loft (all sizes) | 171 | $519,000 | $558 | $389,000 | $795,000 |
| Penthouse / PH-style | 32 | $1,248,000 | $698 | $895,000 | $2,100,000 |
| All Types Combined | 1,192 | $535,000 | $595 | N/A | N/A |
Typical Low and High reflect the approximate 10th-90th percentile range for each configuration, not the absolute floor or ceiling. Outlier sales in either direction are excluded. Penthouse figures include all top-floor premium-finish units regardless of official designation.
How to Read Long Beach Condo Prices
Before you compare buildings or make offers, it helps to understand how three numbers work together, and why each matters for a different reason.
Median Sale Price
The median is the midpoint of all closed sales in a given category: half of transactions closed above it, half below. It is more reliable than the average because a handful of extremely high or low sales can skew an average dramatically. When we say the 2025 median 1-bedroom price is $478,000, that means 50% of 1BR closings in Long Beach were above that number and 50% were below.
Price Per Square Foot ($/sq ft)
This is the most useful metric for comparing across buildings and configurations because it normalizes for size. A 2BR at $612,000 and a 1BR at $478,000 both sound very different, but if they are both $598/sq ft, they are priced identically relative to their square footage. Watch price-per-square-foot carefully when comparing similarly-sized units across different buildings or neighborhoods. A higher $/sq ft is not automatically bad; it often reflects building quality, amenities, location premium, or view.
Typical Price Range
The range tells you where most buyers are actually transacting, which matters because the median can mask significant spread. In the 2-bedroom category, for example, the range runs from $469,000 for an inland, older-building 2BR all the way to $895,000 for a harbor-view 2BR in a full-amenity tower. Both are 2-bedrooms in Long Beach; they are simply in very different markets within that market.
| Key insight: Price per square foot is the most useful cross-comparison tool. A $598K 2BR at $598/sq ft is priced at the same rate as a $478K 1BR at the same per-square-foot figure. The question is always whether the building, location, and view justify the $/sq ft, not just the total price. |
2025 Condo Prices by Neighborhood and Configuration
Long Beach spans a wide geographic range with meaningfully different price levels depending on where you are. The waterfront and beach-adjacent corridors carry a consistent premium over inland neighborhoods, and that gap has been widening over the past three years. The table below gives you the 2025 median price for each major configuration in each neighborhood, so you can immediately see what your budget reaches in your preferred areas.
Table 2: 2025 Median Condo Price by Neighborhood and Configuration
| Neighborhood | Studio | 1 Bedroom | 2 Bedroom | 3 Bedroom | Loft | YoY Trend |
| Downtown / DTLB | $318K | $468K | $598K | $812K | $511K | ↑ +4.2% |
| Alamitos Beach | $349K | $501K | $634K | $874K | N/A | ↑ +5.1% |
| Bluff Park | $334K | $491K | $621K | $849K | N/A | ↑ +3.8% |
| Belmont Shore / Marina | $362K | $518K | $649K | $891K | N/A | ↑ +4.9% |
| Belmont Heights | $311K | $462K | $589K | $798K | N/A | ↑ +3.4% |
| Signal Hill | $291K | $438K | $561K | $749K | N/A | ↑ +3.2% |
| Bixby Knolls | $281K | $421K | $544K | $721K | N/A | ↑ +2.9% |
| Wrigley / Rose Park | $264K | $398K | $511K | $689K | N/A | ↑ +2.6% |
| East Village Arts | N/A | $451K | $578K | N/A | $498K | ↑ +4.6% |
N/A indicates fewer than 5 closings in this submarket/configuration, insufficient for a reliable median.
Downtown Long Beach / Rainbow Harbor
Downtown is Long Beach’s most active and diverse condo submarket. It encompasses everything from entry-level lofts in converted buildings to full-amenity harbor-view high-rises. The $468K median 1BR figure reflects the breadth of the market: a loft-style 1BR in City Place Lofts sits closer to $430K, while a 1BR with harbor views at Aqua Towers approaches $540K. The waterfront premium is real and measurable, with harbor-facing units consistently trading at an 18-20% premium per square foot over equivalent-size units on the inland or street-facing side of the same buildings.
Alamitos Beach
Alamitos Beach is where Long Beach’s beach culture concentrates, and pricing reflects it. The neighborhood’s $501K median 1BR is among the highest in the city, driven by the scarcity of direct oceanfront and beach-adjacent inventory. Virtually no studios are available here at scale. The $634K median 2BR is a function of both location and the vintage of most buildings; many Alamitos Beach condos are in buildings from the 1960s through 1980s with larger-than-average floor plans for their size category.
Belmont Shore and the Marina
Belmont Shore consistently commands the highest median prices across all configurations, reflecting the lifestyle premium attached to 2nd Street’s walkability, the marina, and proximity to the beach. The $518K median 1BR and $649K median 2BR are the highest in the city outside of waterfront high-rises. Buyers here are paying for neighborhood character and lifestyle as much as physical square footage, and based on the 17-day median days-on-market, they are competing for it.
Signal Hill, Bixby Knolls, and Wrigley / Rose Park
These three neighborhoods represent Long Beach’s most accessible price tiers. Signal Hill’s slightly elevated geography offers views without the coastal price tag: $438K for a median 1BR versus $501K in Alamitos Beach. Bixby Knolls adds a neighborhood-village feel with Atlantic Avenue’s dining and retail scene. Wrigley and Rose Park are the true entry points to Long Beach condo ownership, with 1BR medians at $398K. These neighborhoods attract first-time buyers, investors seeking stronger yield, and move-down buyers prioritizing ownership cost over location premium.
2025 Price Per Square Foot by Neighborhood and Configuration
The table below converts the median prices from Table 2 into per-square-foot terms, which makes cross-neighborhood and cross-configuration comparisons much cleaner. It also quantifies the waterfront premium: the $/sq ft difference between ocean and harbor-adjacent buildings versus comparable inland units in the same neighborhood.
Table 3: 2025 Average Price Per Square Foot by Neighborhood and Configuration
| Neighborhood | Studio $/sq ft | 1BR $/sq ft | 2BR $/sq ft | 3BR $/sq ft | Loft $/sq ft | Waterfront Premium |
| Downtown / DTLB | $538 | $572 | $608 | $621 | $524 | +18% vs inland |
| Alamitos Beach | $561 | $594 | $628 | $644 | N/A | +22% vs inland |
| Bluff Park | $548 | $579 | $614 | $631 | N/A | +19% vs inland |
| Belmont Shore / Marina | $572 | $611 | $641 | $658 | N/A | +24% vs inland |
| Belmont Heights | $519 | $553 | $588 | $601 | N/A | No waterfront |
| Signal Hill | $498 | $528 | $562 | $574 | N/A | Elevated views |
| Bixby Knolls | $481 | $511 | $545 | $558 | N/A | No waterfront |
| Wrigley / Rose Park | $462 | $491 | $521 | $534 | N/A | No waterfront |
| East Village Arts | N/A | $541 | $578 | N/A | $512 | No waterfront |
Waterfront premium is calculated as the average $/sq ft differential between oceanfront and harbor-adjacent buildings vs. comparable inland units in the same size configuration.
A few patterns jump out from this table. First, the per-square-foot gap between studios and 2-bedrooms is meaningful in every neighborhood: smaller units trade at a lower $/sq ft despite their higher per-square-foot cost. This is the size efficiency discount, where buyers of larger units benefit from more square footage at a proportionally lower rate. Second, the waterfront premium is most pronounced in Alamitos Beach (+22%) and Belmont Shore/Marina (+24%), two neighborhoods where genuine beachfront or marina-adjacent inventory is the most constrained.
Configuration Deep-Dive: What Each Buyer Profile Gets in 2025
Here is where the numbers get practical. The table below adds typical square footage, HOA ranges, and estimated all-in monthly costs for each configuration, so you can see not just what you will pay to close, but what you will pay to own month to month. Understanding the full monthly picture is essential in a market where HOA fees can range from under $400 to over $2,000 per month depending on the building.
Table 4: Configuration Deep-Dive, Size, Price, HOA, and Monthly Cost Estimates (2025)
| Configuration | Typical Sq Ft | Median Price (2025) | Avg $/Sq Ft | Typical HOA/mo | Est. Monthly Cost (20% down, 7% rate) |
| Studio / Junior 1BR | 420-620 sq ft | $342,000 | $521 | $380-$520 | ~$2,480-$2,740 |
| 1 Bedroom | 620-900 sq ft | $478,000 | $568 | $420-$650 | ~$3,240-$3,600 |
| 1BR + Den / Flex | 780-1,050 sq ft | $529,000 | $578 | $450-$680 | ~$3,560-$3,920 |
| 2 Bedroom | 900-1,400 sq ft | $612,000 | $598 | $520-$820 | ~$4,080-$4,620 |
| 2BR + Den | 1,100-1,600 sq ft | $689,000 | $601 | $560-$880 | ~$4,560-$5,100 |
| 3 Bedroom | 1,400-2,200 sq ft | $821,000 | $612 | $650-$1,100 | ~$5,420-$6,180 |
| Loft (open 1BR equiv) | 680-980 sq ft | $469,000 | $532 | $390-$580 | ~$3,180-$3,520 |
| Loft (open 2BR equiv) | 1,000-1,600 sq ft | $591,000 | $558 | $460-$720 | ~$3,940-$4,440 |
| Penthouse / PH-style | 1,400-3,500+ sq ft | $1,248,000 | $698 | $900-$2,200+ | ~$8,200-$12,500+ |
Monthly cost estimate uses 20% down payment and a 7.0% 30-year fixed rate for illustrative purposes only. Actual costs vary by financing, HOA, property taxes (~1.1% annually), and insurance. This is not financial advice; speak with a licensed mortgage professional for personalized figures.
Studios and Junior 1-Bedrooms ($265K-$419K)
Studios are the most affordable entry point to Long Beach condo ownership, but supply is tightening. In 2025, only 138 studios and junior 1BRs closed citywide, the smallest volume of any configuration, reflecting both limited supply and limited new construction in this size category. Studios in coastal neighborhoods rarely appear below $300K. The value tier for this configuration lives in Signal Hill, Bixby Knolls, and older DTLB buildings. Studios are increasingly popular with investors seeking the lowest acquisition cost and renters seeking ownership in a high-cost rental market.
One Bedrooms ($379K-$619K)
The 1-bedroom is the workhorse of the Long Beach condo market: 389 closings in 2025 made it the second-highest volume configuration behind 2BRs. The $478K city-wide median gives a solid starting point, but the range is the real story. A Wrigley 1BR can be found for under $400K; a waterfront-view 1BR at Aqua Towers or Harbor Place Tower will approach $600K. For first-time buyers, the 1BR in the $450K-$530K range in Belmont Heights, Signal Hill, or the inland side of DTLB represents the most accessible path to coastal-market homeownership with genuine upside.
Two Bedrooms ($469K-$895K)
The 2-bedroom is where Long Beach’s condo market really lives by volume: 521 closings in 2025, nearly half of all transactions. The $612K median reflects a market that serves a wide band of buyers, including couples buying their first home together, small families, remote workers needing a dedicated office, and investors targeting the most liquid segment of the rental market. The sub-$550K 2BR exists in inland neighborhoods with older construction. The $700K-$895K 2BR delivers harbor-view or oceanfront positioning in buildings like Aqua Towers, Harbor Place Tower, or The Pacific.
Three Bedrooms ($649K-$1.2M)
Three-bedrooms represent a small but meaningful segment of the Long Beach condo market: 112 closings in 2025, or less than 10% of all transactions. The $821K median reflects a configuration that rarely exists in standard mid-rise buildings and tends to be concentrated in larger, older buildings with generous floor plans (Villa Riviera, Harbor Place Tower penthouse-adjacent floors, and select Belmont Shore buildings), or in newer full-service towers where 3BRs are priced accordingly. Buyers targeting this configuration should expect to search more patiently; inventory is genuinely limited.
Lofts ($389K-$795K)
Long Beach’s loft market is centered in Downtown, the East Village Arts District, and the City Place corridor. At $519K median citywide, lofts sit between the 1BR and 2BR price points, which makes sense given that most lofts are sized comparably to a generous 1BR or a compact 2BR but with open-plan industrial layouts that some buyers value highly and others find impractical. The key distinguishing factors for lofts include significantly higher ceilings (11-18 feet is common), oversized windows, concrete or exposed structure, and a lifestyle context that differs meaningfully from a standard residential condo. Per-square-foot pricing for lofts ($558 average) is modestly below comparable condos ($595-$601), reflecting the open plan’s lesser appeal to families and the slightly smaller addressable buyer pool.
What Your Budget Gets You in Long Beach: 2025 Buyer’s Guide
Not sure where to start your search? This table maps common budget ranges to the realistic configurations and neighborhoods each budget unlocks. Use this as your initial orientation before diving deeper into neighborhood pages and building guides.
Table 5: Budget Range Guide, What Each Price Point Buys in Long Beach (2025)
| Budget Range | What It Buys in Long Beach | Best Neighborhoods to Search |
| Under $350K | Studio or junior 1BR; typically older building, inland location, minimal amenities. Limited supply, this tier is shrinking each year as appreciation pushes floor prices up. | Wrigley, Rose Park, Bixby Knolls, Signal Hill (higher floors / older stock) |
| $350K – $449K | Studio in a coastal-adjacent building, or a well-located 1BR in an inland neighborhood. FHA financing frequently applicable. Loft entry point for some DTLB buildings. | Signal Hill, Bixby Knolls, Belmont Heights, DTLB lofts (Temple Lofts, City Place) |
| $450K – $549K | Solid 1BR in a mid-market condo building, including some coastal-adjacent options. Strong loft selection across DTLB and East Village. FHA/VA financing applicable in approved buildings. | DTLB, East Village Arts, Belmont Heights, Signal Hill, Bluff Park (older stock) |
| $550K – $699K | Quality 1BR with view or amenity premium, or a competitively priced 2BR. Access to most major buildings. Waterfront 1BR units begin appearing at the upper end of this range. | Alamitos Beach, Belmont Shore, Bluff Park, DTLB (Aqua Towers, Harbor Place Tower) |
| $700K – $899K | 2BR in a premier building including some waterfront options. Strong 3BR entry point in inland neighborhoods. Upper-floor 2BR units with harbor or ocean views. | Belmont Shore, Alamitos Beach, DTLB waterfront (Aqua Towers, Harbor Place Tower), Bluff Park |
| $900K – $1.2M | Premium 2BR or entry 3BR in top waterfront buildings. West Ocean 2BR range. Villa Riviera larger units. Bluff Park or Belmont Shore 3BR with views. | West Ocean, Harbor Place Tower (upper floors), Belmont Shore large 2BR, Bluff Park |
| $1.2M+ | Luxury 3BR, penthouse, or exceptional oceanfront unit with significant square footage, top-floor positioning, and premium finishes. Very limited inventory, typically fewer than 30 closings per year citywide. | West Ocean (penthouse tier), Villa Riviera (select units), International Tower (upper floors), Belmont Shore large 3BR |
This guide reflects 2025 market conditions. As prices shift, these ranges will evolve. Always confirm current pricing with a licensed real estate professional and current MLS data.
How Prices Have Changed: 2023-2025 Trends by Configuration
Understanding where prices came from matters as much as knowing where they stand today. The table below tracks the median sale price for each configuration across the three most recent full calendar years, showing both the absolute dollar change and the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the two-year period.
Table 6: Long Beach Condo Price Appreciation by Configuration, 2023 to 2025
| Configuration | Median 2023 | Median 2024 | Median 2025 | 2-Year Change | 2-Yr CAGR |
| Studio / Jr 1BR | $304,000 | $321,000 | $342,000 | +$38,000 (+12.5%) | +6.0% |
| 1 Bedroom | $432,000 | $454,000 | $478,000 | +$46,000 (+10.6%) | +5.2% |
| 2 Bedroom | $558,000 | $583,000 | $612,000 | +$54,000 (+9.7%) | +4.7% |
| 3 Bedroom | $753,000 | $784,000 | $821,000 | +$68,000 (+9.0%) | +4.4% |
| Loft (all) | $473,000 | $494,000 | $519,000 | +$46,000 (+9.7%) | +4.8% |
| Penthouse | $1,112,000 | $1,174,000 | $1,248,000 | +$136,000 (+12.2%) | +5.9% |
| All Types | $483,000 | $512,000 | $535,000 | +$52,000 (+10.8%) | +5.3% |
CAGR = Compound Annual Growth Rate over 2 years (2023-2025). Figures reflect MLS-recorded closings; minor rounding applied. Past appreciation does not guarantee future performance.
What the Appreciation Data Tells Us
- Studios have appreciated fastest on a percentage basis (+12.5% over two years), driven by the shrinking supply of sub-$400K inventory and strong rental demand for affordable ownership.
- Lofts and 2-bedrooms have appreciated at nearly identical rates (about 9.7%), reflecting the shared demand drivers: lifestyle buyers, investors, and mid-market move-up purchasers.
- The 3-bedroom and penthouse tier, while showing the largest absolute dollar gains, has appreciated more slowly on a percentage basis, as this segment is more sensitive to financing conditions and has a smaller addressable buyer pool.
- Every configuration has appreciated positively over the two-year period; there has been no segment of the Long Beach condo market where prices have declined year over year.
- The consistent 3-6% annual CAGR across configurations, in a period that included significant mortgage rate headwinds, reflects the structural demand dynamic in Long Beach: coastal scarcity, strong lifestyle appeal, and meaningful price differential versus neighboring coastal cities.
Condos vs. Lofts: A Direct Price and Value Comparison
Long Beach is one of the few markets in greater Los Angeles with a genuinely active loft segment, centered in the Downtown Arts District, East Village, and the City Place corridor. For buyers weighing a traditional condo against a loft unit in a comparable price range, the comparison goes well beyond the price tag. Here is a full head-to-head for 2025:
Table 7: Condos vs. Lofts, Price and Lifestyle Comparison (2025)
| Metric | Condos (2025) | Lofts (2025) | Difference |
| Median Sale Price (all sizes) | $549,000 | $519,000 | Condos +5.8% |
| Average Price Per Sq Ft | $601 | $558 | Condos +$43/sq ft |
| Typical Size Range (sq ft) | 650-1,500 | 700-1,800 | Lofts avg larger |
| Median HOA Fee | $620/mo | $545/mo | Condos +$75/mo |
| Median Days on Market | 17 days | 22 days | Condos sell faster |
| % Sold At or Above List | 38% | 24% | Condos more competitive |
| FHA / VA Availability | Many buildings approved | Fewer approvals | Check per building |
| Typical Ceiling Height | 8-10 ft | 11-18 ft | Lofts significantly higher |
| Natural Light / Window Line | Standard | Oversized / industrial | Lofts often superior |
| Pet-Friendly (typical) | Variable | Generally more flexible | Slight loft advantage |
When to Choose a Condo
Traditional condos make the most sense for buyers who prioritize resale liquidity, financing flexibility (more buildings are FHA/VA approved), and defined room separation. For families, buyers who work from home and need a dedicated office, or anyone who values the conventional residential layout, condos are the cleaner choice. They also tend to sell faster, with a 17-day median DOM vs. 22 days for lofts, which matters when you eventually want to exit.
When to Choose a Loft
Lofts make the most sense for buyers who are drawn to the DTLB lifestyle, value architectural character (soaring ceilings, industrial materials, oversized windows) over conventional finish, and are comfortable with open-plan living. Investors drawn to the short-term rental market should note that some loft buildings have more permissive rental policies than standard condo associations, though this varies building by building and requires verification before purchase. The per-square-foot discount versus comparable condos represents real value for buyers whose lifestyle aligns with the format.
What Actually Moves the Price Within a Configuration
Two 2-bedrooms in the same price range can represent very different value propositions. Here is a guide to the factors that most meaningfully push prices up or down within any given configuration:
Building Quality and Management
In the Long Beach condo market, the building matters as much as the unit. A 1-bedroom in West Ocean or Aqua Towers commands a significant premium over a 1-bedroom in a smaller, less professionally managed building, because buyers are paying for amenities (rooftop pools, concierge, gym), structural quality, financial stability of the HOA reserve, and the long-term ownership experience. Buildings with well-funded reserves, professional management companies, and active owner associations consistently outperform market medians on appreciation.
Floor Level and View
Floor matters, and view matters more. Within a high-rise building, the difference between a 5th-floor unit and a 20th-floor unit with an unobstructed harbor view can be $80,000-$150,000 on a 2-bedroom. Ocean-facing and harbor-facing units carry an 18-24% per-square-foot premium over identical units on the street side of the same building. Bluff Park’s elevated geography creates view value even in mid-rise buildings. Always ask specifically what a unit faces; marketing language like “city views” can mean very different things in different buildings.
HOA Health and Fees
HOA fees in Long Beach waterfront buildings range from under $400 per month for smaller inland buildings to over $2,000 per month for full-service luxury towers. The fee itself is only half the equation: a building with a $900/month HOA and a fully funded reserve is often a better buy than one at $600/month with a reserve deficit, because special assessments in coastal buildings can reach into the tens of thousands of dollars. Always request the HOA financials, reserve study, and any pending assessment disclosures as part of your due diligence. See our Understanding HOA Fees in Long Beach Condos guide for the full breakdown.
Condition and Updates
Long Beach has a significant stock of condos built between the 1960s and 1990s. Units in these buildings span a wide range of condition, from original-vintage interiors that have never been updated, to full gut renovations with contemporary kitchens, bathrooms, and mechanical systems. The delta between an unrenovated and a renovated unit of the same size in the same building can be $50,000-$120,000 depending on the building tier. Buyers with a renovation appetite can find real value in unrenovated units in well-managed buildings.
Parking and Storage
In a market where urban living is a central draw, parking is a meaningful value driver. Units with two assigned parking spaces in buildings that allow only one per unit are worth more. Buildings with EV charging infrastructure are beginning to command a modest premium as EV adoption grows. Storage units, particularly in smaller-unit buildings where space is at a premium, add measurable value, especially for the buyer profile drawn to Long Beach’s outdoor and water lifestyle.
| The single most important thing a buyer can do when evaluating any Long Beach condo is compare price per square foot within the same building first, then against comparable buildings in the same neighborhood. That comparison, not the total price, reveals whether a unit is priced correctly for what it is. |
A Note on Financing and How It Affects What You Can Buy
The price you can afford and the price you can finance are not always the same number in the condo market. Several factors unique to condo financing affect which buildings and configurations are accessible with standard mortgages:
Warrantable vs. Non-Warrantable
A warrantable condo is one that meets Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidelines, including requirements around owner-occupancy rates, commercial space percentage, HOA financial health, and pending litigation. Warrantable condos qualify for conventional financing at standard rates. Non-warrantable condos require portfolio loans at higher rates, larger down payments, or all-cash purchases. In Long Beach, most of the major named buildings are warrantable, but this should always be verified before making an offer.
FHA-Approved Buildings
FHA approval extends financing access to first-time buyers with lower down payments (3.5% down vs. the 20% conventional standard for investment properties). A meaningful number of Long Beach condo buildings carry FHA approval, including several in the DTLB loft corridor and entry-level neighborhoods, which meaningfully expands the buyer pool and can affect how quickly these buildings move. See our dedicated FHA Approved Condos in Long Beach guide for a building-by-building breakdown.
VA Loans for Veterans
VA loans offer eligible veterans 0% down financing on approved condo buildings. VA approval overlaps partially but not completely with FHA approval; a building can be FHA-approved without being VA-approved and vice versa. If you are a veteran or active-duty service member, confirming VA approval status should be one of the first steps in your building research. Our VA Approved Condos in Long Beach guide covers the current approval landscape.
Related Guides and Next Steps
Once you understand the price landscape, the next step is going deeper on the specific neighborhoods and buildings that match your budget and lifestyle. These guides will take you there:
By Neighborhood
- Downtown Long Beach Condos for Sale: Harbor-front high-rises and DTLB lofts
- Belmont Shore Condos for Sale: Long Beach’s most walkable beach village
- Alamitos Beach Condos for Sale: Direct beach access, oceanfront pricing
- Bluff Park Condos for Sale: Elevated ocean views without the waterfront premium
- Signal Hill Condos for Sale: Best value per square foot in the city with views
- Bixby Knolls Condos: Neighborhood charm, accessible pricing
By Property Type
- Waterfront Condos in Long Beach: Ocean and harbor-facing properties across all budgets
- Luxury Condos in Long Beach CA: The top tier of the market, building by building
- Affordable Condos in Long Beach: Where the value opportunity lives in 2025
- Downtown Long Beach Loft Condos: The complete loft buyer’s guide
Buyer Resources
- Long Beach Condo Market Report: Full annual sales data and quarterly tracking
- Complete Guide to Buying a Condo in Long Beach: The step-by-step process
- Understanding HOA Fees in Long Beach Condos: Full HOA cost breakdown
- FHA Approved Condos in Long Beach: Building approval status
- VA Approved Condos in Long Beach: For veteran and active-duty buyers
- Condo Financing in Long Beach: Warrantable, FHA, VA, and portfolio options
- Long Beach Condo Closing Costs Guide: Budget beyond the purchase price
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average condo price in Long Beach in 2025?
The median sale price for all Long Beach condos and lofts in 2025 was $535,000, based on 1,192 MLS-recorded closings. The average price per square foot was $595. Keep in mind that “average” and “median” are different; the median (the midpoint) is more reliable for decision-making because a handful of very high-priced sales can pull an average upward significantly.
What is the cheapest type of condo available in Long Beach?
Studios and junior 1-bedrooms are the most affordable configuration, with a 2025 median of $342,000. However, supply is limited; only 138 studios closed citywide in 2025, and the inventory of sub-$300K condos is shrinking as appreciation pushes floor prices upward. The most accessible price points are currently found in Wrigley, Rose Park, Bixby Knolls, and older buildings in Signal Hill.
How much more expensive are waterfront condos in Long Beach?
Waterfront and beach-adjacent condos in Long Beach command an 18-24% per-square-foot premium over comparable non-waterfront units in the same neighborhoods. In practical terms, a 2BR with harbor views in Downtown Long Beach might be priced at $720,000 while a comparable-size 2BR on the non-water side of the same building sells for $610,000. The waterfront premium has widened slightly each year since 2022, reflecting constrained supply of genuine water-view inventory.
Are Long Beach condos more affordable than other coastal cities?
Yes, meaningfully so. The 2025 median condo price in Long Beach ($535,000) is approximately 25-40% below comparable waterfront condo pricing in Santa Monica, Newport Beach, and Marina del Rey. Long Beach consistently offers authentic coastal living at a significant discount to its neighbors, which is one of the fundamental drivers of sustained buyer demand and appreciation in the market.
How much have Long Beach condo prices gone up?
Across all configurations, Long Beach condo prices appreciated approximately 10.8% over the two-year period from 2023 to 2025, equivalent to a 5.3% compound annual growth rate. Studios appreciated fastest (12.5% over two years), while 3-bedrooms appreciated more slowly (9.0%). Every configuration showed positive appreciation over the period, despite significant mortgage rate headwinds during 2023 and 2024.
Do lofts cost more or less than regular condos in Long Beach?
Lofts carry a lower average price per square foot than traditional condos ($558 vs. $595 for condos), but they tend to be larger in square footage, which can make the total price comparable or higher depending on the specific unit. The median loft price citywide ($519,000) sits between the 1BR and 2BR medians, which reflects the typical loft size (comparable to a large 1BR or compact 2BR). Buyers paying loft prices are largely paying for the architectural character and lifestyle context, the ceilings, light, and the DTLB cultural environment, rather than a pure square-footage value play.
How are HOA fees affecting the total cost of ownership?
HOA fees in Long Beach range from under $400/month for smaller inland buildings to over $2,000/month for full-amenity waterfront towers. For budgeting purposes, always calculate the total monthly housing cost (mortgage plus HOA plus property taxes plus insurance) rather than just the purchase price. A $550,000 unit with a $400/month HOA may have a lower all-in monthly cost than a $490,000 unit with an $800/month HOA. Our Understanding HOA Fees in Long Beach Condos guide covers exactly what these fees cover and how to evaluate whether a building’s HOA is well-run.
Are these prices for 2025 only?
Yes. Every figure in this guide reflects 2025 MLS-recorded closings. Prices change year over year, sometimes meaningfully. The Long Beach Condo Market Report tracks current data on a quarterly basis and is the best source for the most up-to-date pricing. This guide will be updated annually to reflect each full calendar year’s closing data.
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