240 Long Beach Blvd.

About this listing

DESCRIPTION

Coldwell Banker Commercial BLAIR is pleased to present 240 Long Beach Blvd for both Sale and Lease. Formerly known as Acres of Books, this site is a brand-new, two-building structure with a combined total of 9,513 SF. Acres of Books was a beloved bookstore that operated at this location from 1960 until 2008, becoming a cherished landmark in the Long Beach community. Known for its vast collection of books across various genres, it became a haven for bibliophiles and a significant part of Long Beach’s cultural history. The newly renovated buildings feature concrete floors, high ceilings, skylights, and a charming exterior brick facade. The spacious storefronts and shared courtyard enhance the property’s inviting ambiance, making it perfect for creative retail or office spaces. With its rich history and unique architectural details, the property stands as a testament to the city’s heritage while offering modern amenities for contemporary use.


Additional amenities include on-site parking (approximately 64 spaces) available through the neighboring Onni property at a monthly fee. There is also a monthly HOA fee for property upkeep and maintenance. The location is ideally situated across from the Metro, with close proximity to several new residential and mixed-use development projects, making it a prime spot for business and community engagement.


This is a rare opportunity to lease or purchase a property that blends Long Beach’s historical charm with modern functionality in a growing and vibrant area.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Façade is a designated City of Long Beach historical landmark Unit A features original Streamline Modern façade from ACRES OF BOOKS Shell condition with 200 Amp electrical in Unit A and 400 Amp electrical in Unit B Approximately 25 ft Ceiling Height and extensive Glass Line General distribution Sprinkler System in place Common area between Units may be used as Outdoor Patio Parking available in adjacent parking garage

AREA

Nestled within the ONNI East Village 432-unit luxury apartment complex, the property benefits from its proximity to the surrounding residential urban hub. With a Walk Score of 97, the neighborhood is highly walkable and a few short blocks from the beach.
Downtown Long Beach is one of Southern California’s most unique waterfront urban destinations to live, work, and play. As California’s sixth-largest city, Downtown Long Beach is centrally located and a mere 20 minutes from both Los Angeles and central Orange County. Additionally, visitors can easily access Downtown via public transit (Metro Blue Line) and explore its many shops, restaurants, and attractions by bike or on foot. Downtown Long Beach offers all the amenities of a major urban center within a clean, safe community and is enhanced by the temperate climate and breathtaking ocean views.


As a Pacific Rim city, Long Beach has many influences economically and culturally. Downtown continues to be the hub of tourism, business, and transit for the entire city. It is also home to a growing population of residents who want, within a livable urban core, convenient amenities, and services. Today, there are many facets that contribute to Downtown’s unique sense of place: It has a social heart (Pine Avenue and the waterfront), a civic core (Civic Center, City Hall, the newly constructed Governor George Deukmejian Courthouse), and major attractions (Long Beach Convention Center, The Aquarium of the Pacific and major hotels, restaurants, and beaches). Current market conditions are continuing to improve and new developments in Long Beach that have begun attracting new business, creative users, and visitors.