Lakewood · City Guide
Lakewood Homes for Sale
Lakewood is a postwar planned city known for Lakewood Center and the Lakewood Plan, its model of contracting for city services. It borders Long Beach, Bellflower and Cerritos.
Where Lakewood Fits
Lakewood was built in the early 1950s as one of the country’s best-known planned postwar suburbs. Lakewood Center mall anchors the city, with the I-605, SR-91, and I-405 nearby. Nearby cities include Artesia, Bellflower, and Hawaiian Gardens. Our La Mirada office is about 7.9 miles from Lakewood as the crow flies. It’s part of the Southeast LA County (Gateway Cities) area of Los Angeles County; see our Los Angeles County real estate guide.
Homes in Lakewood: What to Expect
Expect a mix of mid-century and newer single-family homes in Lakewood, along with townhomes and condos, some in HOAs. Updates vary a lot from house to house, so condition, lot size, and upgrades usually drive the price more than the tract name does.
Buying in Lakewood
The I-605, SR-91 and I-405 are all nearby, and streets of similar homes make comparisons straightforward. We set up alerts for new Lakewood listings, review disclosures and HOA documents with you, and plan an offer that fits the home and your budget. You can browse Lakewood homes for sale right on this page.
Selling in Lakewood
Lakewood was built largely in the early 1950s, so many homes share similar floor plans, and remodels and additions are what move the price. We explain what buyers in your area are likely to notice, help you prepare for it and negotiate offers on your behalf. See what your Lakewood home could sell for.
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Lakewood Real Estate FAQs
Where is Lakewood, and what is nearby?
Lakewood was built in the early 1950s as one of the country’s best-known planned postwar suburbs. The city pioneered the ‘Lakewood Plan,’ contracting with the county for services.
What kinds of homes are for sale in Lakewood?
Expect a mix of mid-century and newer single-family homes in Lakewood, along with townhomes and condos, some in HOAs. Updates vary a lot from house to house, so condition, lot size, and upgrades usually drive the price more than the tract name does.
Talk With Jay About Lakewood
Call Jay at (949) 822-8702 to talk about your Lakewood plans, with no obligation.
Jay Romero, Broker, DRE 01343079 | Miamar Realty | Call (949) 822-8702
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