Welcome to 1899 Gladys Avenue, a thoughtfully updated Signal Hill cottage where timeless character, natural light, and flexible living come together in one of the area’s most convenient locations.
Built in 1948, this charming two-bedroom home offers an inviting blend of warmth and functionality. Sunlight pours through oversized windows and a beautiful bay window, creating bright, welcoming living spaces that feel connected and comfortable throughout the day. Wood flooring, recessed lighting, and tasteful updates complement the home’s original character while providing the conveniences today’s buyers appreciate.
The kitchen features granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, and an efficient layout designed to make everyday living easy. Adjacent dining and living spaces flow naturally together, creating a home that feels both comfortable and inviting.
One of the property’s standout features is its versatility. The attached garage offers more than just storage and parking, presenting opportunities for a home office, fitness area, workshop, creative studio, or hobby space. Combined with the rear parking pad, the property offers flexibility that adapts to today’s evolving lifestyles. The outdoor areas provide additional space to entertain, garden, relax, or simply enjoy Southern California’s year-round weather.
Perfectly positioned in Signal Hill, residents enjoy close proximity to Hillbrook Park, local dining, shopping, and major commuter routes, with the Long Beach coastline just a few miles away. Whether you’re purchasing your first home, seeking a detached alternative to condo living, looking for a flexible live-work environment, or searching for an investment in a desirable coastal-adjacent community, 1899 Gladys Avenue offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the best of Signal Hill living.
Rich in character, versatility, and location, this inviting residence is ready to welcome its next chapter.
AGENT: Melinda Elmer LISTING BROKERAGE: Century 21 MastersBuilt in 1948, this charming two-bedroom home offers an inviting blend of warmth and functionality. Sunlight pours through oversized windows and a beautiful bay window, creating bright, welcoming living spaces that feel connected and comfortable throughout the day. Wood flooring, recessed lighting, and tasteful updates complement the home’s original character while providing the conveniences today’s buyers appreciate.
The kitchen features granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, and an efficient layout designed to make everyday living easy. Adjacent dining and living spaces flow naturally together, creating a home that feels both comfortable and inviting.
One of the property’s standout features is its versatility. The attached garage offers more than just storage and parking, presenting opportunities for a home office, fitness area, workshop, creative studio, or hobby space. Combined with the rear parking pad, the property offers flexibility that adapts to today’s evolving lifestyles. The outdoor areas provide additional space to entertain, garden, relax, or simply enjoy Southern California’s year-round weather.
Perfectly positioned in Signal Hill, residents enjoy close proximity to Hillbrook Park, local dining, shopping, and major commuter routes, with the Long Beach coastline just a few miles away. Whether you’re purchasing your first home, seeking a detached alternative to condo living, looking for a flexible live-work environment, or searching for an investment in a desirable coastal-adjacent community, 1899 Gladys Avenue offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the best of Signal Hill living.
Rich in character, versatility, and location, this inviting residence is ready to welcome its next chapter.
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Signal Hill, CA
Property Details
Price:
$745,000
MLS #:
PW26111802
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Signal Hill SH
Neighborhood:
8signalhill
Listed Date:
Jun 3, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
805
Lot Size:
3,751 sqft / 0.09 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1948
Traditional8 – Signal Hill8signalhillSignal Hill ShLong Beach UnifiedAlvaradoNelson AvenueWilsonNeighborhood
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Schools
School District:
Long Beach Unified
Elementary School:
Alvarado
Middle School:
Nelson Avenue
High School:
Wilson
Interior
Appliances
MW, RF, GO, GWH
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Cooling
NO
Flooring
TILE
Interior Features
RECL
Laundry Features
IG
Levels
A
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Exterior
Architectural Style
TRD
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
SDW
Construction Materials
STC
Fencing
WD
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spots
3
Parking Total
3
Patio And Porch Features
CO
Roof
ASP, SHN
Security Features
COD, FSDS
Spa Features
NO
View
NE
Window Features
BW
Financial
Map
Community
- Address1899 Gladys Avenue Signal Hill CA
- SubdivisionSignal Hill (SH)
- CitySignal Hill
- CountyLos Angeles
- Zip Code90755
