Are there really many Long Beach Homes and Condos available?

It's a question we get asked daily and if you listen to the media there seem to be many choices on every block, but it may not necessarily be the case.

As buyers are looking through the Long Beach MLS, there may be 100's of properties available in any given area, but very few that are garnering their attention.

In fact if you look for specific requirements, then you may not find many properties to look at so you may really have to "jump" on that home or condo you have been wanting. Here are a few examples of the limited inventory.

• Alamitos Beach - If you are looking for a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo, that HAS parking and under $300,000. - Condos Available: 1
• California Heights - If you are looking for at least a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Craftsman or Bungalow, and under $650,000 - Homes Available: 1
• Belmont Shore and Naples - If you are looking for 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo up to $550,000 - Condos Available: 3 (Finally some options!)

If you want to find a Long Beach home or condo that you will enjoy for the long haul, you will want to take the time to be specific. Ensure that you take some time speaking with a Long Beach realtor that understands your goals and can help you to learn about what is possible. Monitoring the inventory you will be able to see if you have many choices, or just a few!