Hamilton, Long Beach, CA
At a glance
Hamilton is ranked #81 of 100 neighborhoods in Long Beach with an overall score of 1.7/5. It ranks 74th of 100 in Long Beach for schools. The trade-offs are schools (1.5/5) and public spaces (2.6/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Hamilton is a residential neighborhood in North Long Beach, named like several of its neighbors for the local school at its center, in this case Hamilton Middle School. It sits between Atlantic and Cherry Avenues in the upper part of the city, a flat grid of modest postwar homes and apartments that grew out of the area's mid-century expansion. The neighborhood is quiet and car-oriented, with shopping and services along the bordering avenues and easy reach to the 91 and 710 freeways. It is among the more affordable parts of Long Beach, and the housing stock reflects that, with upkeep that ranges block to block. There is no commercial or park center inside the lines, so residents rely on nearby Houghton Park and the Atlantic corridor. For buyers focused on getting an affordable house with space and central-Northside access, Hamilton is a no-frills, practical option.
Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants2.8
Public Spaces2.6
Curb Appeal2.7
Overall Amenities score: 2.7
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Hamilton FAQs6 answers
Is Hamilton a good place to live?
Hamilton ranks 81st of 100 neighborhoods in Long Beach with an overall Houseberry score of 1.7 out of 5. The trade-offs are schools (1.5/5) and public spaces (2.6/5).
What is the weather like in Hamilton?
Hamilton, Long Beach receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 40th of 98 in Long Beach. Summer days run 63° to 80°F and winter days 48° to 67°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 13 inches a year.
Is Hamilton walkable to shops and restaurants?
Hamilton, Long Beach scores 2.8 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.6 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.7 out of 5, 80th of 100 in Long Beach.
What is Hamilton known for?
Hamilton, Long Beach is associated with Cherry-Atlantic Pocket, Modest Ranches and Northside Quiet.
How does Hamilton compare to other Long Beach neighborhoods?
Hamilton ranks 81st of 100 neighborhoods in Long Beach. It ranks 74th of 100 in Long Beach for schools (1.5/5).
What are the downsides of living in Hamilton?
Hamilton, Long Beach scores lowest on schools (1.5/5) and public spaces (2.6/5).
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