Lakewood

🔍 Homes for Sale in Lakewood

  • 🏘️ Tree-lined neighborhoods filled with well-maintained mid-century homes

  • 🛠️ Remodeled and expanded homes with updated features and ADU potential

  • 🏡 Larger lots on cul-de-sac streets in quiet communities

  • 🧱 High owner-occupancy rates and strong community stability

  • 🔁 Great for buyers seeking equity-building opportunities in established areas

Welcome to Lakewood, a master-planned city in southeast Los Angeles County that blends post-war Americana with modern suburban living 🏡🇺🇸. Once called “Tomorrow’s City Today,” Lakewood has evolved into a clean, well-organized, and community-centered city with beautiful parks, convenient shopping, and family-friendly neighborhoods.

Located just north of Long Beach, Lakewood offers a prime central location near freeways, regional transit, and major employers across LA and Orange County.

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📊 Lakewood Real Estate Snapshot

  • 📍 Centrally located with strong resale demand

  • 🏘️ Many homes have been recently updated or rebuilt

  • 🏠 Popular with first-time and move-up buyers

  • 🛍️ Close proximity to Lakewood Center, Long Beach Exchange, and more

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Demographic Highlights

  • 👪 Median household size: ~3.2

  • 🧑‍🎓 Over 30% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher

  • 🌎 Diverse population with strong Filipino, Latino, and Korean communities

  • 👷 Major local employers include Kaiser, Lakewood Regional, and retail/logistics hubs
    (Source: U.S. Census, 2023 Estimates)

📚 Schools in Lakewood

Lakewood is served by multiple school districts depending on the neighborhood, including Bellflower USD, Long Beach USD, and ABC Unified:

  • 🏫 Mayfair High School – Strong academic programs and sports

  • 🏫 Stephen Foster Elementary – Top-rated within Bellflower USD

  • 🏫 Gahr High School – College prep and honors/AP

  • 🏫 Craig Williams Elementary – Strong performance and enrichment programs

🌟 Things to Do in Lakewood

💼 Employment & Commuting in Lakewood

  • 🧑‍⚕️ Local jobs in education, retail, and healthcare

  • 🛣️ Easy access to the 605, 91, and 710 freeways

  • 🚉 Short commute to Long Beach, Norwalk, and Cerritos

  • 🚌 Served by Long Beach Transit and Metro buses

💖 Why Locals Love Lakewood

Lakewood is peaceful, suburban, and walkable — where neighbors know each other and families thrive 🏡🌳. With great services and real community pride, it’s a city where people settle in for the long term.

🏡 Open Houses in Lakewood

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Lakewood

Is Lakewood a good place to live?
Yes — Lakewood is known for its safe, quiet neighborhoods, family-friendly amenities, and strong city services.

What school districts serve Lakewood?
Lakewood is served by Bellflower Unified, Long Beach Unified, and ABC Unified, depending on the neighborhood.

Is Lakewood close to major cities?
Yes — Lakewood is centrally located between Long Beach and Cerritos, with quick freeway access across LA and Orange counties.