Rose Park, Long Beach, CA
Rose Park at a Glance
Rose Park is ranked #26 of 42 neighborhoods in Long Beach with an overall score of 3.1/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (4.8/5) and curb appeal (3.9/5). It ranks 21st of 42 in Long Beach for safety. The trade-off is schools (2.7/5).
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Rose Park is a beloved historic district in south-central Long Beach, known for one of the densest, most intact collections of Craftsman bungalows in the city, most built during the building boom between 1910 and 1922. The streets are walkable and shaded, lined with broad-porched bungalows alongside Spanish Revival and Neo-Traditional homes, and the small namesake park gives the neighborhood a green center. It sits a few blocks up from the beach near the Broadway corridor, close enough to walk to Alamitos Beach and the Fourth Street shops, which gives it the rare combination of vintage architecture and coastal proximity. Lots are modest and the homes are a century old, so the character comes with the maintenance of historic houses. For buyers who want walkable, architecturally rich living near the water at a more attainable price than the bluff-top districts, Rose Park is one of the city's best-loved neighborhoods.
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Rose Park Amenities
Near good merchants4.8
Public Spaces3.7
Curb Appeal3.9
Overall Amenities score: 4
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Schools Serving Rose Park
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burbank Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Willard Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Jefferson Leadership Academies | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Wilson High | High | 9-12 |
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Is Rose Park a good place to live?
Rose Park ranks 26th of 42 neighborhoods in Long Beach with an overall Houseberry score of 3.1 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (4.8/5) and curb appeal (3.9/5). The trade-off is schools (2.7/5).
Is Rose Park safe?
Rose Park, Long Beach scores 3.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 21st of 42 neighborhoods in Long Beach.
Which schools serve Rose Park?
Schools serving Rose Park, Long Beach include Burbank Elementary (2.6/5), Willard Elementary (2.3/5), Jefferson Leadership Academies (3.2/5) and Wilson High (3.1/5).
What is the weather like in Rose Park?
Rose Park, Long Beach receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 3rd of 98 in Long Beach. Summer days run 63° to 77°F and winter days 48° to 66°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 12 inches a year.
Is Rose Park walkable to shops and restaurants?
Rose Park, Long Beach scores 4.8 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.7 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 4.0 out of 5, 12th of 42 in Long Beach.
What is Rose Park known for?
Rose Park, Long Beach is associated with Rose Park, Craftsman Bungalows and Historic District. Its highest-scoring factor is nearby merchants (4.8/5).
How does Rose Park compare to other Long Beach neighborhoods?
Rose Park ranks 26th of 42 neighborhoods in Long Beach. It ranks 21st of 42 in Long Beach for safety (3.5/5) and scores lowest on schools (2.7/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Long Beach are Bixby Hill and Plaza.
What are the downsides of living in Rose Park?
Rose Park, Long Beach scores lowest on schools (2.7/5).
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