Spinnaker Bay, Long Beach, CA
At a glance
Spinnaker Bay is ranked #44 of 100 neighborhoods in Long Beach with an overall score of 3.0/5. Its standout factors are public spaces (4.1/5) and curb appeal (3.9/5). It ranks 39th of 100 in Long Beach for schools. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.4/5) and schools (3.0/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Spinnaker Bay is a gated waterfront community in the southeastern corner of Long Beach, a planned neighborhood of homes built around private boat docks and the calm channels near Marine Stadium. Many residences come with their own slips, and the whole community is oriented to the water, with a quiet, secure, resort-like feel behind the gate. The location pairs water access with proximity to the marina, Second Street, Naples, and Cal State Long Beach, all a short drive away. Like its gated neighbors Del Lago and Bay Harbour, it appeals to buyers who want privacy, security, and a boating lifestyle, and it comes with the expected tradeoffs of HOA dues and a car-dependent layout with no retail inside. Inventory is limited given the community's size. For buyers who want to keep a boat behind the house in a guarded, waterfront enclave, Spinnaker Bay is one of the most desirable options in this corner of the city.
Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants1.4
Public Spaces4.1
Curb Appeal3.9
Overall Amenities score: 3.5
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Spinnaker Bay FAQs6 answers
Is Spinnaker Bay a good place to live?
Spinnaker Bay ranks 44th of 100 neighborhoods in Long Beach with an overall Houseberry score of 3.0 out of 5. Its strongest factors are public spaces (4.1/5) and curb appeal (3.9/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.4/5) and schools (3.0/5).
What is the weather like in Spinnaker Bay?
Spinnaker Bay, Long Beach receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 88th of 98 in Long Beach. Summer days run 63° to 77°F and winter days 47° to 66°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 12 inches a year.
Is Spinnaker Bay walkable to shops and restaurants?
Spinnaker Bay, Long Beach scores 1.4 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.1 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.5 out of 5, 24th of 100 in Long Beach.
What is Spinnaker Bay known for?
Spinnaker Bay, Long Beach is associated with Gated Waterfront, Private Docks and Marine Stadium. Its highest-scoring factor is public spaces (4.1/5).
How does Spinnaker Bay compare to other Long Beach neighborhoods?
Spinnaker Bay ranks 44th of 100 neighborhoods in Long Beach. It ranks 39th of 100 in Long Beach for schools (3.0/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.4/5).
What are the downsides of living in Spinnaker Bay?
Spinnaker Bay, Long Beach scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.4/5) and schools (3.0/5).
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