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Bluff Heights, California
The neighborhoods of Bluff Park and Bluff Heights in Long Beach, California, looking to the southwest. Bluff Heights is in the lower portion of this image, with Bluff Park in the middle.
The neighborhoods of Bluff Park and Bluff Heights in Long Beach, California, looking to the southwest. Bluff Heights is in the lower portion of this image, with Bluff Park in the middle.
Country  United States
State  California
County Los Angeles
City Long Beach

Bluff Heights is a special neighborhood in Long Beach, California. It's known for its beautiful old homes, mostly built between 1910 and 1923. Many of these houses are called Craftsman bungalows, which are a popular style of home from that time. Because of these unique buildings, Bluff Heights is also a historic district.

Where is Bluff Heights?

Bluff Heights is located in the city of Long Beach, California. It has clear borders that help you know where it is.

  • To the south, it's bordered by Broadway.
  • To the north, you'll find 4th Street.
  • On the west side, it's next to Junipero Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue.
  • And to the east, it reaches Redondo Avenue.

This neighborhood is just north of Bluff Park and south of Rose Park South. To its west are Alamitos Beach and Carroll Park, while Belmont Heights is to its east.

Cool Houses and Architecture

Bluff Heights is famous for its unique homes, especially the Craftsman bungalows. These houses were very popular in the early 1900s. They often have:

  • Low-pitched roofs with wide overhangs.
  • Front porches with thick columns.
  • Natural materials like wood and stone.

Some parts of Bluff Heights also feature other interesting styles. For example, the Lowena Drive area has homes built in the Châteauesque and Tudor Revival styles. These styles look a bit like old European castles or charming English cottages.

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