The area was formerly an Indian trading camp. In 1542, a Spanish explorer, Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo, anchored off the coast. The area became part of Rancho Nietos in 1784, which was later divided by a Spanish land grant into two portions known as Rancho Los Alamitos and Rancho Los Cerritos. Los Alamitos had an area of 43.75 square miles, while the sister, Los Cerritos, had 42.2 square miles, which made up most of what is now called Long Beach. The city was renamed Long Beach by the original residents of the foiled Willmore City after its long, wide beaches and was officially incorporated on December 13, 1897. The Pacific Electric trolley was introduced to the city, which caused it to grow both as a commercial center and a resort. During its early history, the industry of the city was centered on the oil industry and the Navy shipyard. Throughout the 1920s and 1930s, the city was known for its flourishing oil industry and was home to many immigrants in the 1960s.

Fashion
Buying a house in a new city might attract worries such as what to wear and how to properly style your fit so as not to look or feel out of place. However, Long Beach is a city with a cool temperature, and casual dressings are usually not a bad idea. Men can comfortably rock polo shirts, shorts, socks, and a pair of sneakers or other casual shoes. Women can wear tank tops, skirts and dresses, shorts, baggy tees, and different simple fits. A shirt, a tie, and trousers would do just fine for the working class suit.

The city is home to renowned fashion shops like Target, Umberto's Men's Clothing, Long Beach Clothing Co, Suitsupply, Newport Beach, and BeMe Chic. Long Beach also has fashion shows like Black fashion and Campus Couture Fashion Show.


Restaurants
When buying a house, one of the factors to consider is how diverse the food scene is. I mean, who doesn't like a good meal? If Long Beach is that city you're buying a new house in, rest assured that quality and delicious meals are all you will get. In the city, you will find more than 100 prominent restaurants located within an eight-block radius downtown, serving all kinds of meals, from hot wings to haute cuisine.

Long Beach has a long list of classy and affordable restaurants. If you want to have breakfast with your family, friends, or business partners, The Breakfast Bar is a highly recommended restaurant. They have some of the best-fried chicken wings and waffle sticks. Also, their scrambled eggs and cheese is one classic combination you should have. Other top-rated restaurants in the city are Open Sesame, Sura Korean BBQ & Tofu House Restaurant, George's Greek Cafe, The Attic, Sir Winston's Restaurant & Lounge, and Nick's on 2nd.


Parks and Recreation
A popular saying is that all work and no play make Jack a dull boy. The workload of buying a house, relocating, or working throughout the year can be pretty stressful. However, there is a need to relax, take a walk or spend time with family and friends, and that's one of the benefits of buying a house in Long Beach, as the city provides some of the best recreational and amusement parks to serve these purposes.

The city has 169 parks that are well equipped with playgrounds, sports fields, and spacious picnic areas. The most visited parks by residents and tourists in the city are El Dorado Nature Center, Los Cerritos Park, Heartwell Park, Bixby Park, and Scherer Park.


Beaches and Waterfronts
What is the city of Long Beach without the beaches? The city is known for its waterfront attractions, including the permanently docked RMS Queen Mary and the Aquarium of the Pacific. You can check out several beaches in the city, such as Peninsula Beach, Alamitos Park Beach, Alamitos Beach, Belmont Shore Beach, and other refreshing beaches.

Are you a dog lover? You would be pleased to know that there is a beach called Rosie's Dog Beach. This is a unique beach compared to other beaches, as it permits dogs to be off the leash and run along the coastline with the owner. So buy a house in Long Beach today and have access to a wide array of beaches the city has to offer.