3317 Lees Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90808
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,951 sqft
- 6,222 sqft lot
- $724 per sqft
- 1953 build
- – on site
Welcome to a stunningly unique 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 coveted 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 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 1,951 SF 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 that can easily adapt to any lifestyle. The strong rugged natural stone exterior facade requires very little maintenance and it was recently refurbished with important modern essentials and many infrastructure improvements; including new composition roof, new high efficiency Navien tankless hot 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!
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Last updated Mar 29, 2025
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MLS# PW25061680 —
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The Building
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Year Built:1953
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Year Built Source:Assessor
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Stone, Stucco
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Total Number Of Units:1
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Builder Name:Designed; Cliff May & Built; Ross Cortes
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Architectural Style:Mid Century Modern, Ranch
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Roof:Composition
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Foundation:Slab
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Structure Type:House
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Stories Total:1
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Entry Level:1
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Patio And Porch Features:Patio
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Patio:1
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Accessibility Features:None
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Common Walls:No Common Walls
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Faces:East
Interior
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Features:Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Track Lighting
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Levels:One
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Entry Location:Main Level
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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
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Eating Area:Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room, In Kitchen
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Door Features:French Doors, Sliding Doors
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Window Features:Double Pane Windows
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Flooring:Carpet, Stone, Tile
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Room Type:All Bedrooms Down, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Utility Room
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Living Area Units:Square Feet
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Living Area Source:Appraiser
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Fireplace:Yes
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Fireplace:Family Room, Gas
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Laundry:Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Washer Hookup
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Laundry:1
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:1951.00
Location
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Directions:Just East of Studebaker Road and South of E Wardlow Road - Near El Dorado Park West
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Latitude:33.81652600
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Longitude:-118.09834400
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Subtype:Single Family Residence
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Property Condition:Repairs Cosmetic, Termite Clearance, Updated/Remodeled
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Zoning:LBPD11
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Lot Features:Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System
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Lot Size Area:6222.0000
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Lot Size Acres:0.1428
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Lot Size SqFt:6222.00
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Lot Size Source:Assessor
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Lot Dimensions Source:Assessor
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View:None
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Fencing:Block, Wood
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Fence:Yes
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Sprinklers:Yes
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Security Features:Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
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Exclusions:Security Sytem Components and Cameras
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Road Surface Type:Paved
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Additional Parcels:No
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Other Structures:Outbuilding, Shed(s)
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Land Lease:No
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Lease Considered:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- No listing contact info available
Taxes
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Tax Census Tract:5740.00
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Tax Tract:17558
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Tax Lot:33
Beds
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Total Bedrooms:4
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Main Level Bedrooms:4
Baths
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Total Baths:2
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Bathroom Features:Bathtub, Shower, Shower in Tub, Exhaust fan(s), Main Floor Full Bath, Walk-in shower
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Full & Three Quarter Baths:2
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Main Level Baths:2
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Full Baths:1
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Three Quarter Baths:1
The Listing
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Special Listing Conditions:Standard
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Parcel Number:7079002026
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Showings Begin:2025-03-20
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:1
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Heating:Central, Forced Air
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Cooling:Yes
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Cooling:Central Air
Utilities
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Utilities:Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
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Sewer:Public Sewer
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Water Source:Public
Appliances
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Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Tankless Water Heater, Warming Drawer
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Included:Yes
Schools
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Elementary:CUBBER2
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Elementary School:Cubberley
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Middle School:Cubberley
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Middle School:CUBBER2
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High School:Milikan
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High School:MILIKA
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High School District:Long Beach Unified
The Community
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Subdivision:Rancho (RNC)
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Subdivision:Rancho (RNC)
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Neighborhood:Cliff May Rancho Estates
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Features:Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights
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Inclusions:Detached Storage Shed, Dining Room Table, Washer and Dryer are potentially negotiable
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Association:No
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Pool:None
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Senior Community:No
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Private Pool:No
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Spa Features:None
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Assessments:Yes
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Assessments:Unknown
Parking
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Parking:Yes
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Parking:Circular Driveway
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$1,414,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$7,571
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Taxes | N/A |
Insurance | $388 |
Utilities | $160 See report |
Total | $8,119/mo.* |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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3/20/25
Mar 20, 2025
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Listed / Active | CRMLS_CA | $1,414,000 |

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