LOOKING UP AT THE TALLEST BUILDINGS IN LONG BEACH

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Jul 7
2 min read

By Miranda von Lersner

Long Beach has a plethora of unique buildings to gaze at, and many of them have been designated as historical landmarks to preserve the iconic architecture. Some of the more modern structures have earned LEED certifications for their sustainability features and design. Here are some fun facts to remember the next time you look up!

Tallest Buildings in Long Beach Graphic by Isabella Canones

Shoreline Gateway East Tower, built in 2021, 35 storiesThe tallest building in Long Beach!
One World Trade Center, built in 1989, 30 storiesIt has a heliport on the rooftop!
West Ocean Condominiums 1, built in 2007, 29 storiesGreat amenities including a community pool, spa, workout room, underground parking, concierge services, a wine storage room, business center, billiard room, and guest suites.
Landmark Square, built in 1991, 24 storiesLEED Silver certification for sustainability features.
HarborPlace Tower, built in 1992, 22 storiesTower overlooks the Long Beach Shoreline Marina, Long Beach Grand Prix, and Alamitos Beach.
Shoreline Square, built in 1988, 20 storiesLEED Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council for its sustainable features.
International Tower, built in 1965, 27 storiesThe mid-century modern high-rise condo building features views from the Hollywood Hills all the way to Newport Beach with front-row action of the Long Beach Grand Prix.
Villa Riviera, built in 1929, 16 storiesSurvived the historic 1933 earthquake due to its heavy duty Bethlehem steel skeleton.
Galaxy Towers Condominiums, built in 1967, 20 storiesDirectly across the street from the beautiful Bluff Park greenbelt with views of the ocean including Catalina Island.
West Ocean Condominiums 2, built in 2007, 21 storiesSister building to the West Ocean Condos 1.
Onni East Village Apartments, built in 2021, 24 storiesFeatures a movie theater, game room, and indoor bar/lounge!
Aqua Towers 1 & 2, built in 2004, 19 storiesAmazing views overlooking the coastline, Queen Mary, Palos Verdes, Catalina, Long Beach skyline and even snow-capped mountains!
Ocean Center Building, built in 1929, 14 storiesRegistered with the National Park Service as a historic property.
Walter Pyramid (Long Beach Pyramid), built in 1994, 13 storiesAside from being home to CSULB’s athletic teams, the Pyramid is also used for conferences, academic lectures, workshops, seminars, and banquets.
Security Pacific Building, built in 1929, 13 storiesHistoric Landmark designation with the Cultural Heritage Commission in 1989.
Breakers Hotel, built in 1926, 10 storiesHollywood stars used to flock to this hotel in the 1920s and 1930s for luxurious seclusion.
Edison Long Beach, built in 1959, 10 storiesThe first all-electric office building in Downtown Long Beach.
Pacific Tower, built in 1923, 12 storiesBuilt by William Horace Austin who also designed the Long Beach Airport.
Sovereign Arms, built in 1922, 13 storiesWhen units were first listed for sale, they started as low as $3,500 to $4,500!
Campbell Apartments, built in 1928, 12 storiesThe Campbell Apartments and the sister building, the Lafayette Condominiums, were purchased to protect the complex from other developers.
The Willmore, built in 1925, 11 storiesNamed in honor of William E. Willmore, a development pioneer in Long Beach.