Welcome to 3008 Karen Avenue, an exceptional Cliff May Rancho in Long Beach’s iconic Rancho Estates neighborhood. Thoughtfully restored while respecting its mid-century modern roots, this home pairs authentic Cliff May architecture with a newly constructed heated pool, central AC, and permitted ADU plans. Behind a custom wood privacy wall, the home opens to a private courtyard centered around the heated pool, sitting deck, and in-ground gas fire pit, the indoor/outdoor lifestyle these Ranchos were designed around. Beyond the detached two-car garage, a second private yard offers additional outdoor space and future flexibility with permitted ADU plans already in hand. Inside, handcrafted birch cabinetry, polished concrete floors, original Mistlite glass panels, and strategically placed skylights create a warm, understated interior true to the home’s era. Period-conscious fixtures carry throughout, while the recently reimagined primary en suite continues the same thoughtful palette and attention to detail. A recently added 120 square foot storage shed adds valuable space without compromising the garage or outdoor living areas. With a newly replaced furnace, central AC and meticulous care throughout, 3008 Karen is a beautifully preserved example of Cliff May’s celebrated indoor-outdoor California architecture.
Property Details
Price:
$1,499,000
MLS #:
PW26205323
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Rancho RNC
Neighborhood:
33lakewoodplazarancho
Listed Date:
Sep 24, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,245
Lot Size:
5,378 sqft / 0.12 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1954
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Schools
School District:
Long Beach Unified
Interior
Appliances
DW, RF, GO, GR, BIR
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
CA
Flooring
CONC
Heating
CF
Interior Features
ST, BLKW, OFP, PTRY, BC, HCEL, QTZC
Laundry Features
GAS, IG, WH
Levels
A
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Exterior
Accessibility Features
PK
Architectural Style
MCM
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
SDW, CRB, PARK
Construction Materials
WOD, GLS, BABS
Fencing
BW, WD, MASN
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
CON, DK, PTO, WOD, OPN
Roof
CMP
Security Features
SS
Spa Features
NO
View
CI, PK
Window Features
SK, DPW
Financial
Map
Community
- Address3008 Karen Long Beach CA
- SubdivisionRancho (RNC)
- CityLong Beach
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code90808
Subdivisions in Long Beach
- Ackerfield Condos AC
- Alamitos Beach AB
- Alamitos Heights AH
- Artcraft Manor AM
- Atlantic Plaza APZ
- Bay Harbour BYH
- Belmont Heights BH
- Belmont Shore BSD
- Belmont Shore Condos BSC
- Bixby Highlands BXH
- Bixby Hill BBH
- Bixby Knolls BK
- Bixby Terrace BBT
- Bixby Terrace BT
- Bixby Village BV
- Bluff Park BLF
- California Heights CH
- Carson Park/Long Beach CLB
- Cherry Manor CM
- Circle CA
- College Park CPZ
- Cooper Arms CPA
- Country Club Gardens CCG
- Country Club Villa CCV
- Country Square CSQ
- Crest Gardens CRST
- Crown Pointe CPT
- Del Lago DL
- Downtown DT
- Eastside ES
- Eldorado ELD
- International Towers ITT
- Island Village ISV
- Junipero Gardens JPG
- Kensington Green KG
- La Marina Estates LME
- Lafayette Building LF
- Lakewood Village LKVL
- Lakewood Village LVD
- Lindenwood LWD
- Los Altos/North of Fwy LNF
- Los Altos/South of Fwy LSF
- Los Cerritos LC
- Lynn Manor LNM
- Marina Pacifica MRP
- Mobile Estates ME
- Naples NA
- New Bixby NB
- North Long Beach NLB
- Ocean House OCH
- Park Estates PE
- Park Ocean PO
- Peninsula PI
- Plaza North of Spring PZN
- Poly High PH
- Queens Surf QS
- Queens View Condos QVC
- Rancho RNC
- Ridgewood Heights RH
- Royal Palms RP
- Saint Regis SRG
- Signal Hill SH
- Signal View SGV
- South of Conant Northeast SNE
- South of Conant Southeast SSE
- South of Conant Southwest SSW
- Spinnaker Bay SY
- Stoney Brook Villas ST
- The Galaxy Towers TGT
- The Lakes TLK
- Versailles VRS
- Villa Riviera VLR
- Westside/North of Willow WNW
- Westside/South of Willow WSW
- Willmore District WM
- Willow Ridge WD
- Wrigley Area WR
- Wrigley Heights WH
- X-100s X1
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Long Beach as of Sep 25, 2026
920
Single Family Listed
68
Avg DOM
497
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,167,639
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Rancho (RNC) subdivision, 3008 Karen Long Beach CA is a Single Family for sale in Long Beach, CA, 90808. It is listed for $1,499,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,245 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1954. The current price per square foot is $1,204. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Long Beach is $497. The average listing price for Single Family in Long Beach is $1,167,639.
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