North Alamitos Beach West

Is North Alamitos Beach West a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1596

Medium1390

Low2121

Other4327

256 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape53

Child involved181

Assault28

Other27

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched for a welfare check at a residence on Pacific Avenue after a caller reports that someone may have broken into her home, with radio traffic suggesting a possible burglary.	Pacific Ave, Long Beach, CA 90813	Break-In
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond near Pacific Avenue for a report of several people on bicycles possibly looking into parked vehicles and repeatedly passing the area, suggesting potential casing activity.	Pacific Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and police units respond to a reported residence fire near Granada Avenue and 2nd Street in Long Beach. Radio updates indicate they are working on a garage that appears to be on fire, with officers requested to help manage a crowd in the area.	Granada Ave & 2nd St, Long Beach, CA 90803	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible shooting near Avalon Boulevard and L Street, described as on the east side of an alley. A caller reported hearing about four gunshots and a vehicle speeding/screeching away. No victims were located at the time of the broadcast.	N Avalon Blvd & E L St, Los Angeles, CA 90744	Weapons
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a statewide silver alert was issued out of the Long Beach and Riverside County area for a missing older man believed to be on foot, last seen on July 14 in the morning. Radio traffic describes him as about 60 years old with gray hair and brown eyes, and possibly wearing a gray jacket, black pants, and black-and-white shoes.	Long Beach, CA	Missing Person
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a possible burglary alarm at a steel supply business on Atlantic Boulevard after an audible break and motion alarm is reported.	Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807	Break-In
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a male with a neck injury after a fall is reported at the Long Beach Convention Center near 300 East Ocean Boulevard. Emergency units have been dispatched and directed to access via Pine street.	E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a report of a possible suspicious neighbor at a residence near West 1st Place in San Pedro. The neighbor is described as an adult female wearing a blue shirt and dark pants.	W 1st St, San Pedro, CA 90731	Suspicious Activity
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a 60-year-old female appears to have chest pain at a location near Cedar Avenue, reported as a Charlie response.	Cedar Ave #41b, Long Beach, CA 90807	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a parking complaint near 15th Street and Locust Avenue, involving multiple vehicles reportedly double parked along Locust between 15th and Pacific Coast Highway.	E 15th St & Locust Ave, Long Beach, CA 90813	Traffic

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Median Home Price

$676,033

Average Rent

$2,883

Vacancy Rate

11%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

North Alamitos Beach West is a densely urban neighborhood in Long Beach, CA, featuring mostly small to medium apartment complexes built mainly between 1940 and 1999.

The area is notable for its high renter occupancy and a large share of residents living alone, reflecting a unique urban lifestyle.

Densely UrbanHigh Renter OccupancyWalkable

Quick Facts

Walk to Work Rate	12.7%

Housing market and real estate character

Housing in North Alamitos Beach West is dominated by small apartments and high renter occupancy.

Small Unit Share (1-2 bedrooms or studios)	95.7%
Renter Occupied Rate	89.7%
Vacancy Rate	11.0%
Housing Age	Mostly built 1940-1969, with some 1970-1999

What buyers will notice right away

Most properties are renter occupied, so buying here is uncommon.

Vacancies are above average, indicating possible weak demand or new construction.

Families & Lifestyle

This neighborhood has a distinctive lifestyle with many residents living alone and a strong walk-to-work culture.

Urban Living — High density and walkability support an active urban lifestyle.

Residents Living Alone	51.1%
Walk to Work	12.7%

Demographics

Executive, Management, Professional Occupations	37.8%
Sales and Service Occupations	34.0%
Brazilian Ancestry	5.0%
Foreign Born Residents	14.6%
Languages Spoken	English 66.0%, Spanish 31.0%

Commute

Most residents have short to moderate commutes with a notable share walking to work.

North Alamitos Beach West offers a walkable environment with many residents choosing to walk or drive alone to work.

Walkability — Walking to work is common, reflecting neighborhood density and amenities.

Car Usage — Majority drive alone, but carpooling and walking are also significant.

Drive Alone Rate	60.3%
Walk to Work Rate	12.7%
Carpool Rate	6.0%
Main Commute Time Range	15-30 minutes

Homes for sale near 90802

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$390,000

2 bd | 2 ba | 800 sqft

646 Nebraska Ave APT 6

Long Beach, CA, 90802