3317 Lees Ave

Long Beach, CA 90808

$1,290,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
1,951 Sq. Ft.
$661 / Sq. Ft.
1,951
Sq. Ft.
$661
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 6/11/25Virtual Tour
Closed 6/11/25Virtual Tour
Natural Slate Floors throughout Open-Formatted Island-Style Kitchen & Dining Area (complete with pet door)
Spacious Private Compound-like Courtyard Space with raised Patio Area and walls of lush greenery - Untold possibilities to fit your lifestyle choices (Virtually Staged)
Great Modern, Stylish Curb Appeal
Expansive Family/Living Room with French doors to Private Courtyard and the trademark Cliff May Clerestory Windows. (Virtually Staged)
Comfortable primary en Suite with Courtyard Access and Double Closets (Virtually Staged) - Bedroom 1 of 4
Added Bonus of huge Utility Room/Multi-Purpose Room with Sliding Glass Doors to Back Yard and side door access toward the bunker/shelter opening. (Virtually Staged)
Two of Four Bedrooms with large Closet and upper privacy windows - pass thru style (Virtually Staged)
Three of Four Bedrooms at rear of home - Pass Thru Style (Virtually Staged)
View across the natural slate floors over the large dining area into the roomy island-style kitchen with new cabinet doors, skylight for even more natural light and an enviable wall of pantry storage with butcher block prep area.
View across the Dining Area and into the roomy island-style kitchen with new cabinet doors, new skylight for even more natural light and back towards the large Family/Living Room near the front door entrance.
View across the roomy island-style kitchen granite counter with earthy tones toward the new kitchen cabinet doors, new skylight for even more natural light and an enviable wall of pantry storage with butcher block prep area in the distance. Primary suite access is off to the left and the three other bedroom wing is off to the right.
Natural earthy toned granite counters with island sink opens to the new kitchen cabinet doors, new gas cooktop and new exhaust vent hood.
View from Cooktop, across the expansive granite/stone island with sink and dishwasher out through the courtyard doors/windows and dining area.
Sizable Dining Area sits on the beautiful sealed slate floors with immediate French Door access to the courtyard, island counter seating area and new wall of massive pantry storage and prep area adorned in new Butcher Block Counter.
An additional three openable windows on the north side of the home allow for maximum cross breeze when the courtyard doors are open too.
White Subway tile backsplash keeps the kitchen clean, simple and just right to showcase the slate floors, earthy tones stone counters, sleek new cabinet door designs and space that is filled with natural light.
Beautiful new wall of Pantry Storage with six additional drawers and multiple pullouts, and tons of storage - to be an envy and future design element for all Cliff May homeowners
Dining Table toward Pantry Wall with multiple pullouts and Butler Prep Area.
Modern Raised Gas Fireplace with fire balls, includes the same natural slate tiles as a backdrop.
Alluring view from Family/Living Room to show the artfully designed Cliff May style of maximum Courtyard Doors and Windows to bring the Outdoors Inside.
Large Living/family Room space with raised modern gas fireplace and French Doors to Private Courtyard (Previously the 2-car garage)
View from the Family/Living Room toward the Courtyard Doors and fireplace. Slate walkway leads into open island-style kitchen and dining area. (new carpet throughout)
View from Family/Living Room along the slate entrance area past the raised fireplace into the expansive Dining Area and island-Style Kitchen
Another view of family/Living Room
bedroom 4 of 4 with large closet and added storage shelves - along with hidden upper closet storage area too.
Bedroom 4 of 4
Pass through style bedroom - Bedroom 3 of 4
Hall/Guest Full Bath with new faucets, new privacy window, new fixtures, new vanity and toilet and new medicine cabinet and mid-century lighting - complete with remotely located humidity-controlled exhaust vent fan too.
Multi-Purpose multi-functional large utility room at rear of home that holds the Washer and Dryer, complete with large sliding glass door to potential patio/sitting area along with a single back door for guest entry or direct access to the bunker/shelter.
large multi-purpose Utility Room with room for an office, exercise equipment or playroom - with tons or natural light too.
Another Bedroom at the rear of the home with west and north facing windows, vaulted ceilings, closet.
Back Bedroom looking toward the passenger doors into other rooms
Pass thru Bedroom that was previously shown with Virtual Staging.
Bedroom closets to the hall/guest bathroom and slate leading to the kitchen and dining areas
Primary enSuite that was previously shown as Virtually Staged with its own access to an artfully decorated original bathroom with shower
Primary en Suite Bedroom with dual lighted closets and new carpeting throughout and clerestory windows with beamed ceilings
Primary en Suite Bedroom with dual lighted closets and new carpeting throughout
Primary en Suite Bedroom has east-facing courtyard entry door to enjoy the warm sun rising in the morning and keeping a watchful eye on your courtyard entry door.
Primary en Suite Bedroom with dual lighted closets and new carpeting throughout
Artfully decorated Primary enSuite Bath complete with shower, new vanity, new toilet, new dual medicine cabinets, new faucets and fixtures and new mid-century lighting
Artfully decorated Primary enSuite Bath complete with shower, new vanity, new toilet, new dual medicine cabinets, new faucets and fixtures and new mid-century lighting
Rear western back of the lot with rock structures that help support and protect the underground bunker/shelter below.
Rear western back of the lot with rock structures that help support and protect the underground bunker/shelter below.
View of the backside of the Bunker/Shelter structure and area that contains the natural ventilation shafts and emergency escape shuttle hatch that originates below in the old shower space.
Stunning entrance to the unique One Of A Kind underground Bunker/Shelter toward the rear of the property complete with it's own protective roof.
This is a view at the surface under the new custom built bunker/shelter protective roof where the spiral stairs down to the hidden bunker begin. Lighting is provided along the way too. Steps of narrow with multiple turns and no handrails. Not encouraged for anyone that has Mobility Impairment Concerns.
A shot of the massive concrete barrier walls that surround the staircase entry/exit way.
As you exit the bunker/shelter inner protected sanctum chamber this is the view as you pass through the outer alcove area that exists between the two secure steel protective doors before commencing your steps back up to the surface.
Passing through the inner steel protective entry door into the bunker/shelter inner chamber looking toward the previous sleeping positions and pantry area in the rear. Doors are USN style Watertight/Weathertight doors.
View toward the steel protective door and entry alcove area. This Fully Lighted Underground Bunker/Shelter space complete with multiple storage areas that used to have solid covers that served as Sleeping Positions. Electricity is fully functional
Fully Lighted Underground Bunker/Shelter space looking toward the previous bathroom space and pantry storage area - complete with multiple cinder-block storage areas that used to have solid covers that served as Sleeping Positions.
The original bathroom space in the underground Bunker/Shelter
White Iceberg Roses adorn front curb appeal
Welcome to #3317 Lees Avenue - a Solid Fortress to Call Your Own!
Stunning Liquid Amber in full fall foliage
Courtyard Indoor/Outdoor Living
Quintessential Cliff may Style and Design of Indoor/Outdoor entertainment and relaxation here.
Untold possibilities abound with the private courtyard area, and it's mix of pea rock, patio and grass.
Blank Canvass Private Courtyard compound ready for your imagination and personal choices - or just enjoy the park-like expansive space to call your own.
Modern Decorative panels
Stylish and modern curb appeal with heavy natural granite stone facade that requires very little maintenance and artful decorative panels that soften the exterior and create a warm welcoming feel
Side Gate Entrance for refuse storage
Be aware, Security Cameras are recording at all times.
Welcome to 3317 Lees Avenue - Cliff May Spectacular
3D Floorplan of Home and Bunker
2D Floorplan of Home and Bunker

Description

Price improvement! Welcome to a Cliff May designed home at 3317 Lees Avenue, nestled in the heart of the Rancho Estate neighborhood of east Long Beach, CA on a beautiful tree-lined street only minutes away from the 800 acre El Dorado Park, Disc Golf Course, Tennis Court Center, Skateboard Park, 18-hole Golf Course, Nature Center and the beloved Duck Pond. This spacious and unique property showcases the quintessential California ranch style, featuring an open floor plan, Central HVAC, expansive windows...Price improvement! Welcome to a Cliff May designed home at 3317 Lees Avenue, nestled in the heart of the Rancho Estate neighborhood of east Long Beach, CA on a beautiful tree-lined street only minutes away from the 800 acre El Dorado Park, Disc Golf Course, Tennis Court Center, Skateboard Park, 18-hole Golf Course, Nature Center and the beloved Duck Pond. This spacious and unique property showcases the quintessential California ranch style, featuring an open floor plan, Central HVAC, expansive windows & doors that invite natural light, and seamlessly emboldens the entertainer's spirit and freedom to fully enjoy Cliff May's airy design and development by Ross Cortese in 1953. With its signature exposed post-and-beam architecture and clerestory windows, this home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for entertaining or just relaxing with family or friends. The secret added bonus to this property, lies deep under your feet, with the vast well-fortified underground shelter, bunker and storage space for your untold possibilities and limitless imagination. It's truly One of A kind! With a generous 6,000 square foot lot, the well-designed grounds include a private patio and courtyard area surrounded with lush greenery-draped perimeter walls; creating a serene and intimate retreat adding to the casual and comfortable aura of this home and showcasing an unblemished outdoor canvas ready for your own future lifestyle choices. Inside, you'll find 1,951SF of living space with a modern gas fireplace, an inviting island-style kitchen designed for conversation, and alfresco dining and gatherings. The thoughtfully designed layout includes an expansive Primary en-suite and a separate wing that boasts three more bedrooms and an added versatile utility space/laundry room, that can easily adapt to any lifestyle. The strong rugged natural granite stone exterior facade requires very little maintenance and the home was recently refurbished with important modern essentials and many infrastructure improvements; including a new composition roof, new high efficiency Navien tankless water heater, full termite clearance, new bath vanities, an enviable pantry wall w/butcher block/butler serving area, new skylights, new padding/carpeting and sealed natural slate flooring in the open formatted kitchen/dining areas. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of unique and remarkable architectural history—this Cliff May Rancho home is truly a rare find for a well-lived life!
  1. Listed by Jeffery Loftus • DRE #01818396 • Brokerage DRE #01443822 • Keller Williams Coastal Prop. • 562-397-6778

Property Details for 3317 Lees Avenue

Architectural Style
Mid Century Modern, Ranch
View
None
Parking Spaces Total
0
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
LISTING UPDATED: 06/11/2025 10:50 AM

Property Details for 3317 Lees Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #PW25061680
Days on Market55
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,222 SF
CountyLos Angeles County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Coastal Prop., Jeffery Loftus, DRE #01818396

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty, Christina Hawkins, DRE #01819909

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Building Information for 3317 Lees Avenue

Stories1Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,222 SF

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Property Information for 3317 Lees Avenue

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Current Financing: Conventional
  • Financing: Cash To New Loan, Conventional
  • 433a Certified: No
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 17558
  • Tax Census Tract: 5740.00
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $407
  • Tax Lot: 33
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Disability Access: None
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights
  • Community: Rancho (RNC)
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Tankless Water Heater, Warming Drawer
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Stove, Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Track Lighting
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Utility Room
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower in Tub, Exhaust fan(s), Main Floor Full Bath, Walk-in shower
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down
  • Room Kitchen Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Butler's Pantry, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing cabinet doors, Self-closing drawers
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Water Heater Features: Gas, Tankless
  • Water Heater Type: Gas, Tankless, High Eff. Water Heater
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Gas, Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas, Washer Hookup
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas
  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room, Gas
  • Fireplace: FP in Family Room, Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Stone, Tile
  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile
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  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=judTkJ7CNDv&brand=0
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: French Doors, Sliding Doors
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Stucco
  • Exterior Construction: Stone, Stucco
  • Exterior: Stone, Stucco
  • Roof: Composition
  • Entry Location: Main Level
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fence: Wood
  • Fencing: Block, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Structures: Storm Drains
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Repairs Cosmetic, Termite Clearance, Updated/Remodeled
  • Miscellaneous: Storm Drains
  • View Description: None
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
  • Spa Features: None
  • Spa Heat: N/K
Green Info
  • Walk Score: 42
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Levels: One
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Electric: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Circular Driveway
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 0
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway
Property / Structure Info
  • Builder Name: Designed; Cliff May & built; Ross Cortes
  • Builders Tract Name: Rancho
  • Builders Tract Code: Rancho (RNC)
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 3317 Lees Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 11, 2025

Sold

CLAW #PW25061680MR

$1,290,000—
Jun 11, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #PW25061680

$1,290,000—
Jun 11, 2025

Sold

SDMLS #PW25061680

$1,290,000—
Jun 5, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #PW25061680

—
May 23, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1663569038

$1,290,000

+2.7% / yr

May 14, 2025

Pending

CLAW #PW25061680MR

—
May 14, 2025

Pending

SDMLS #PW25061680

—
May 14, 2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #PW25061680MR

—
May 14, 2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #PW25061680

—
May 12, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #PW25061680MR

$1,297,000—
May 12, 2025

Price Change

CRMLS #PW25061680

$1,297,000—
Apr 14, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #PW25061680MR

$1,349,000—
Apr 14, 2025

Price Change

CRMLS #PW25061680

$1,349,000—
Mar 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #PW25061680MR

$1,414,000—
Mar 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #PW25061680

$1,414,000—
Mar 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #PW25061680

$1,414,000—
Mar 16, 2011

Expired

CRMLS #P752672

$419,900—
Mar 16, 2011

Expired

CLAW #P752672MR

—
Sep 15, 2010

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P752672

$419,900—
Sep 15, 2010

Listed (Active)

CLAW #P752672MR

$419,900—
Feb 23, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #190717740

$770,000—
Feb 12, 2006

Sold

CRMLS #P485806

$770,000—
Feb 12, 2006

Sold

CLAW #P485806MR

$770,000—
Jan 14, 2006

Pending

CRMLS #P485806

—
Jan 14, 2006

Pending

CLAW #P485806MR

—
Dec 15, 2005

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P485806

$779,900—
Dec 15, 2005

Listed (Active)

CLAW #P485806MR

$779,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/11/2025

Sold

CLAW #PW25061680MR

$1,290,000
06/11/2025

Sold

CRMLS #PW25061680

$1,290,000
06/11/2025

Sold

SDMLS #PW25061680

$1,290,000
06/05/2025

Pending

CRMLS #PW25061680

—
05/23/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1663569038

$1,290,000

+2.7% / yr

05/14/2025

Pending

CLAW #PW25061680MR

—
05/14/2025

Pending

SDMLS #PW25061680

—
05/14/2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CLAW #PW25061680MR

—
05/14/2025

Accepting Backup Offers

CRMLS #PW25061680

—
05/12/2025

Price Change

CLAW #PW25061680MR

$1,297,000
05/12/2025

Price Change

CRMLS #PW25061680

$1,297,000
04/14/2025

Price Change

CLAW #PW25061680MR

$1,349,000
04/14/2025

Price Change

CRMLS #PW25061680

$1,349,000
03/20/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #PW25061680MR

$1,414,000
03/20/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #PW25061680

$1,414,000
03/20/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #PW25061680

$1,414,000
03/16/2011

Expired

CRMLS #P752672

$419,900
03/16/2011

Expired

CLAW #P752672MR

—
09/15/2010

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P752672

$419,900
09/15/2010

Listed (Active)

CLAW #P752672MR

$419,900
02/23/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #190717740

$770,000
02/12/2006

Sold

CRMLS #P485806

$770,000
02/12/2006

Sold

CLAW #P485806MR

$770,000
01/14/2006

Pending

CRMLS #P485806

—
01/14/2006

Pending

CLAW #P485806MR

—
12/15/2005

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #P485806

$779,900
12/15/2005

Listed (Active)

CLAW #P485806MR

$779,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3317 Lees Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$692,577Additions$359,677Total$1,052,254
Tax Record2025$13,696 ($1,141 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,130 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,130 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,220 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953ZoningLBPD11CountyLOS ANGELESAPN7079-002-026

Schools near 3317 Lees Avenue

This home is within Long Beach Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Helen Keller Middle
Public - 6 to 8
Millikan High School
Public - 9 to 12
Ernest S. McBride Sr. High School
Public - 9 to 12
Eunice Sato Academy Of Math & Science
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Helen Keller Middle
Public6 to 8

Millikan High School
Public9 to 12

Ernest S. McBride Sr. High School
Public9 to 12

Eunice Sato Academy Of Math & Science
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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