Custom built mid-century home in Long Beach's picturesque Los Cerritos neighborhood. The 1960 ranch style residence is elevated above the street on a more than 7,000 square foot lot. Typical for the period, the home mainly turns its back to the street, focusing instead on sheltering the private rear yard and patio. Once beyond the front door, find a modern and open plan that connects living, dining, and family rooms to a spacious island kitchen. The expansive kitchen features Bosch appliances surrounded by custom Maple cabinetry and a glass tile backsplash. An oversized island workspace opens to the dining area and family room with hardwood flooring, beamed ceilings, and a wood + gas burning fireplace with concrete hearth. Sliding doors provide direct access to the sunny rear patio and yard. A mature Pomegranate tree provides privacy and a bounty of fruit. System updates include central/forced air heating and cooling, full copper plumbing, double pane windows, composition shingle roofing, and updated electrical. Located in a neighborhood sought after for its tree lined streets, historic homes, top rated schools, nearby shopping & restaurants, and central location for commutes to both Los Angeles & Orange County. Offers due 3PM Wednesday 9/16.