It’s that time of year again.
Imagine gathering with your loved ones around a table set aglow with autumn candlelight, the aroma of a holiday feast drifting from the kitchen and laughter echoing beneath retro-futuristic lighting straight out of a design magazine. A home like this East Long Beach mid-century gem, on the market through The Whipple Group, feels like it was made for moments like these.
Built in 1950, this 1,290-square-foot abode has been lovingly restored with an eye for authenticity. The three-bedroom, two-bath home is a retro lover’s paradise.
Original oak floors flow seamlessly throughout the home, where details like the angled-edge built-in shelving add texture and character. In the kitchen, custom walnut cabinetry strikingly contrasts with terrazzo flooring. Expansive aluminum-framed sliders invite the outdoors in, opening the living room onto a deck that invites gatherings, both intimate and grand.
A striking fireplace, framed in stack bond Roman brick and accented with walnut shelving, anchors the living room in warmth. Vertical slat walnut panels and flagstone accents lend rhythm and timelessness, while custom metalwork nods to the iconic breeze-block style. Each element feels purposeful, a tribute to mid-century artistry balanced by modern comfort.
While aesthetics take center stage, practicality hasn’t been overlooked. A detached two-car garage, updated plumbing, newer roof, and tankless water heater ensure peace of mind, proof that beauty and function can coexist with ease.
Set in the desirable City College neighborhood, the property offers more than a home; it offers a snapshot of one of the most iconic design eras. Picture the glow of period-accurate pendant lights overhead as friends linger long after dinner.
This home feels like an invitation to gather, to celebrate and to create lasting memories in a space that emulates mid-century elegance right here in Long Beach.
To explore places as magical as this one at 3016 Heather Road, visit thewhipplegroup.com.