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Property Description
Step into a piece of Long Beach history at 170 St. Joseph Avenue, a timeless 1928 Spanish Revival estate featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, originally built as a summer residence for an Austrian ambassador. Known as "Cresta Blanca," this exceptional home blends old-world craftsmanship with the coastal charm of Belmont Shore living.
From the moment you arrive, the home's classic Mediterranean-inspired architecture and distinctive turreted entry create an unforgettable first impression. Inside, period details transport you to another era, including a stunning hand-painted ceiling mural inspired by the Austrian Alps, elegant archways, and rich architectural character rarely found today.
Built during Long Beach's celebrated 1920s building boom, this residence captures the romance and sophistication of Southern California's golden age while offering one of the rarest amenities in Belmont Shore - one of the only homes in the neighborhood with a private driveway. Just moments from the beach, bay, and vibrant 2nd Street dining and shopping district, the location perfectly complements the home's historic charm and exceptional convenience.
170 St. Joseph Avenue is more than a home - it is a legacy property with a story to tell. Rarely do homes with this level of history, architectural personality, coastal location, and coveted parking become available.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 170 Saint Joseph
General
- Sold For: $1,850,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: RS26112458
- Added to Site: 122 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Up
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Decorative
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Closet
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
Location
- County: Los Angeles
- Driving Directions: 2nd Street to St Joseph
School Information
- School District: Long Beach Unified
- Elementary School: LOWELL
- Middle School: ROGERS
- High School: WILSON
Community
- Community Features: Curbs, Biking, Urban, Sidewalks
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Location: 1
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Stories Description: Two
- Square Feet: 2,002
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1928
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Property View: Neighborhood
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0702
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $924.08
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by The Livingston Group Inc, Christopher Livingston
Sold by Keller Williams Coastal Prop., Kendra Miller
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Schools
Schools serving 170 Saint Joseph
School District:Long Beach Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lowell Elementary School, Long Beach, CA 5201 E. BRd.way, Long Beach, CA 90803 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Rogers Middle School 365 Monrovia Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90803 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Wilson High School 4400 East 10th Street, Long Beach, CA 90804 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 170 Saint Joseph
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/22/2026
Sold
$1,850,000
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MLS
5/26/2026
Listed
$1,849,999
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
170 Saint Joseph, Long Beach, CA 90803 (MLS# RS26112458) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,850,000 on July 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 170 Saint Joseph? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Long Beach? You can browse all Long Beach real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

