About 287 Kennebec Avenue
Huge Price Drop! Priced to sell at $949,000.00. Great opportunity to get instant equity! Grab this chance to own a historic 1913 Craftsman in Long Beach’s highly desirable Bluff Heights —just three blocks from the beach. Designated a historic site and eligible to participate in the Mills Act (through application with the City of Long Beach), this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1,212 sq. ft. of inviting, single-level living. Inside, you’ll find many original Craftsman details, including wainscoting, built-in shelving, custom wood window casings, crown molding, custom baseboards, hardwood floors and a brick fireplace. Unique upgrades include a central vacuum system (recently serviced), custom Spanish tiles in the kitchen, recessed lighting throughout, along with a newer water heater and a reinstated floor heating unit. Enjoy outdoor living with a deep front porch featuring custom brickwork, plus a large rear wood deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The front landscaping has been recently updated with drought-tolerant, area-appropriate plants. Additional highlights include a one-car garage and a shared driveway along the side of the home. Open house this Saturday, May 2 from 1 - 3:30 pm
Features of 287 Kennebec Avenue
| MLS® # | OC26016507 |
|---|---|
| Price | $949,000 |
| Sold Price | $935,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,212 |
| Lot Sqft | 3,609 |
| Acres | 0.08 |
| Year Built | 1913 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Craftsman |
| Status | Closed |
| # Of Units | 1 |
Community Information
| Address | 287 Kennebec Avenue |
|---|---|
| Area | 4 - Downtown Area, Alamitos Beach |
| City | Long Beach |
| County | Los Angeles |
| Zip Code | 90803 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 1 |
| Parking | Garage, On Street |
| # of Garages | 1 |
| Garages | Garage, On Street |
| View | None |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior | Wood |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Central Vacuum, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Paneling/Wainscoting, Tile Counters, Attic |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Disposal, Range Hood |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Floor Furnace |
| Cooling | None, Attic Fan |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Family Room, Gas, Wood Burning |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Exterior | Wood Siding, Plaster |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Back Yard, Lawn |
| Windows | Casement Window(s), Wood Frames |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Construction | Wood Siding, Plaster |
| Foundation | Raised |
School Information
| District | Long Beach Unified |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Burbank |
| Middle | Jefferson |
| High | Wilson |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | February 1st, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date Sold | June 25th, 2026 |
| Days on Market | 102 |
| Zoning | R1 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | James Tyler |
|---|---|
| Office | Tyler Realty |