Bixby Hill

At a Glance

• Neighborhood: Bixby Hill
• City / ZIP: Long Beach, CA 90815
• Property Types: Single-family homes (gated, luxury)
• Best Known For: Gated luxury living, proximity to Rancho Los Alamitos, top-rated schools
• Adjacent To: Recreation Park, California State University Long Beach

Overview

Bixby Hill is a gated community of luxury single-family homes in east Long Beach, near Rancho Los Alamitos and California State University, Long Beach. It's one of the few truly gated single-family enclaves in this part of the city, offering larger lots, mature landscaping, and a level of privacy that's uncommon outside of a handful of Long Beach neighborhoods.

A Quiet Luxury Enclave

Bixby Hill's gates enclose winding streets of larger homes, many with mature trees and generous setbacks — a noticeably different feel from the tighter lots typical of coastal Long Beach. The neighborhood borders the historic Rancho Los Alamitos, a working ranch and museum dating to the 1800s, giving residents an unusual amount of open, green space at their doorstep for an in-city location.

Real Estate Snapshot

Bixby Hill homes have recently traded with a median value around $1.37–1.39 million, reflecting the premium for gated security, larger lots, and the neighborhood's reputation for top-rated schools. Inventory is limited, and turnover is relatively low compared to more transitional neighborhoods.

Lifestyle & Culture

Recreation Park — with its golf courses, tennis courts, and green space — sits just outside the gates, and CSULB is close enough for an easy commute for faculty, staff, and graduate students. Rancho Los Alamitos offers historical tours and event space, while the beach and Belmont Shore's dining and shopping are a short drive away.

Schools

Bixby Hill is known for highly rated schools, including Kettering Elementary, within the Long Beach Unified School District — a significant draw for families prioritizing school quality.

Getting Around

Bixby Hill's location near the 405 Freeway and Long Beach's eastern arterials makes for an easy commute, with CSULB, Recreation Park, and the beach all within about 10 minutes.

Is Bixby Hill Right for You?

Bixby Hill is built for buyers who want gated privacy, larger homes and lots, and top-rated schools in a central east Long Beach location. The tradeoff is price and limited inventory — this is a premium, low-turnover market. In exchange, residents get one of the quietest, most secure residential settings in Long Beach, with Rancho Los Alamitos's open space as a neighbor.