This $1.9M Cliff May Midcentury Has a Rare Second-Story
Friday, Oct 31, 2025

This $1.9M Cliff May Midcentury Has a Rare Second-Story Addition

The 1954 home was expanded before the City of Long Beach barred upper-level expansions in the Rancho Estates tract.

Location: 3110 Pattiz Avenue, Long Beach, California

Price: $1,895,000

Year Built: 1954

Architect: Cliff May

Addition Date: 2003

Footprint: 2,288 square feet (4 bedrooms, 4 baths)

Lot Size: 0.13 Acres

From the Agent: "A rare and remarkable interpretation of Cliff May’s vision, this expanded Rancho Estates residence pushes the boundaries of classic California modernism while preserving every ounce of its soul. Nearly 2,300 square feet of thoughtfully designed space unfold across two levels, offering a flexible and functional floor plan that lives large without losing the intimacy and indoor/outdoor harmony that define May’s work. Set on a tree-lined and tranquil street just moments from the 800-acre El Dorado Park and nature preserve, 3110 Pattiz Ave embodies the Rancho Estates ethos: architectural authenticity, a deep connection to the outdoors, and a lifestyle that’s both relaxed and refined. This is where midcentury design meets modern life and where space, style, and soul come beautifully together."


Cliff May was a pioneering builder in Southern California, most famous for creating the California Ranch style of home.

Cliff May, renowned as "father of the California ranch house," was a pioneering SoCal builder.

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This $1.9M Cliff May Midcentury Has a Rare Second-Story Addition

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This $1.9M Cliff May Midcentury Has a Rare Second-Story Addition

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By: Will Allstetter
Title: This $1.9M Cliff May Midcentury Has a Rare Second-Story Addition
Sourced From: www.dwell.com/article/rancho-estates-midcentury-home-cliff-may-long-beach-california-real-estate-859ebd7f
Published Date: Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:23:06 GMT

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