The Cooper Arms Apartments, Long Beach

The Cooper Arms Apartments is more than just an old building鈥攊t鈥檚 a 1920s classic that still turns heads. Completed in 1923, this twelve-story landmark blends several styles in one bold look, mixing traditional elegance with some unexpected twists. Think vintage charm with a few surprises鈥攍ike wearing a tuxedo with gold-trimmed sandals. Somehow, it works.

Strongly built and confidently styled, the Cooper Arms wears its brick and render like a well-tailored suit. Down at street level, graceful arches invite you in, while upstairs, details like marble floors, French doors, and curved entryways keep things classy without trying too hard.

But let鈥檚 talk penthouse perks: the twelfth-floor solarium and ballroom used to be the place to be. Picture a domed ceiling, intricate moldings, and softly glowing lanterns鈥攊deal for champagne-fueled evenings or rooftop people-watching. On the street level, landscaped gardens line Ocean Boulevard, leading to a Spanish-style arcade that breezes right through to Linden Avenue, proving this place knows how to make an entrance鈥攁nd an exit.

When it opened, Cooper Arms was packed with futuristic features: steam heating, high-speed elevators, instant hot water, even disappearing beds and dustless roller screens. It was modern before modern was cool.

Moreover, it was resilient. It shook off the 1933 Long Beach earthquake like it was just another Tuesday. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 2000, today it鈥檚 a sought-after condominium complex that blends old-world polish with lasting functionality.

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Sight Name: The Cooper Arms Apartments
Sight Location: Long Beach, USA (See walking tours in Long Beach)
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