At a Glance
- Neighborhood: Spinnaker Bay & Spinnaker Cove
- City / ZIP: Long Beach, CA 90803
- Property Types: Single-family homes (Spinnaker Bay), condos/townhomes (Spinnaker Cove)
- Best Known For: Marina living, boat docks, Marine Stadium proximity
- Adjacent To: Del Lago, Bay Harbour, Belmont Park
Overview
Spinnaker Bay and Spinnaker Cove are two small, newer-construction communities located next to Marine Stadium in southern Long Beach, near Alamitos Bay. Spinnaker Bay consists of single-family homes, typically 2,300 to 2,640 square feet, while Spinnaker Cove offers condos and townhomes in the 1,600 to 2,220 square foot range — both offering a more contemporary alternative to Long Beach's older housing stock.
Marina Living, Two Ways
What unites Spinnaker Bay and Spinnaker Cove is direct access to the water. Many Spinnaker Bay homes include private boat docks with access to Alamitos Bay and the open Pacific beyond, while Spinnaker Cove's condos — built in 1982 — offer waterfront units with boat slip options and resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, pool, spa, and lighted tennis courts. The neighboring Jack Dunster Marine Biological Reserve adds a protected natural area to the mix.
Real Estate Snapshot
Both communities command premium pricing for their newer construction and marina access, with Spinnaker Bay's larger single-family homes typically pricing above Spinnaker Cove's condos and townhomes. As newer-construction product in a historically older-housing market, both communities appeal to buyers who want modern floor plans without sacrificing water access.
Lifestyle & Culture
Marine Vista Park gives Spinnaker Bay residents a family-friendly green space with tennis, soccer, softball fields, and a playground, while the broader area offers boating, paddleboarding, water-skiing, and sunbathing right outside many residents' doors. Shopping at Target, Ralphs, and CVS is close by, with Marina Pacifica's restaurants and movie theater about two miles south, and Belmont Shore's 2nd Street within easy reach for additional dining and nightlife.
Schools
Spinnaker Bay and Spinnaker Cove are served by Long Beach Unified School District, with Naples Elementary and Wilson High School among the highly rated options in the surrounding Marina/Alamitos area.
Getting Around
Pacific Coast Highway and Lyons Drive provide quick access throughout the area, with the 405 reachable in minutes and Seal Beach, Naples Island, and Belmont Shore all close by.
Is Spinnaker Bay & Spinnaker Cove Right for You?
These communities suit buyers who want newer construction, marina access, and resort-style amenities in a relatively private, single-entrance setting. The tradeoff is that both are small communities with limited inventory, so patience may be required to find the right listing. For buyers prioritizing modern layouts and boat access over historic character, it's one of the best combinations of newer construction and water access in Long Beach.
