PRESS RELEASE

Photo of Shoreline Gateway, located at 777 E. Ocean Blvd. in downtown.



Photo from grand opening ceremony for Shoreline Gateway. From left to right: Jason Silver, Vice President, Ledcor Development LP;
Bill Fox, former President, Ledcor Development LP; Jane Netherton, former CEO, International City Bank; Pat Patterson, President, Ledcor Development LP; Ron Reimer, Executive Vice-President, Qualico Development; Janine Solano, Community Affairs/Field Deputy, Council District 1, City of Long Beach; Mary Zendejas, Councilwoman, Council District 1, City of Long Beach; Jim Anderson, President and CEO, Anderson Pacific LLC; Ryan Altoon, former Executive Vice President, Anderson Pacific, LLC; Cindy Allen, Councilwoman, Council District 2, City of Long Beach; Tom Modica, City Manager, City of Long Beach; James Ahumada, Chief of Staff, Office of Mayor Robert Garcia; John Santry, Senior Vice President, Ledcor Development LP.

April 1, 2022 Update: The height for the Shoreline Gateway building was updated in the below press release. The height was previously reported as 417 feet but has been updated to approximately 400 feet. 

Long Beach, CA - The City of Long Beach yesterday joined with developers Ledcor Development LP and Anderson Pacific, LLC and other partner agencies to celebrate the grand opening of Shoreline Gateway, a new 35-story, mixed-use development located at 777 E. Ocean Blvd. in the heart of Downtown Long Beach.

“Shoreline Gateway is now the tallest building in Long Beach and is a symbol of our progress and future,” said Mayor Robert Garcia. “This opening has been long awaited, and we are so proud that residents and visitors will get to enjoy this new space.”

The sunset event, attended by City officials and staff and representatives from partnering firms, included a ceremonial ribbon-cutting for the approximately 400-foot structure located at East Ocean Boulevard and Alamitos Avenue. In addition to transforming the Long Beach skyline, the tower is now the tallest building along the California coast from the southern region of Los Angeles to the downtown and harbor areas of San Diego.

“I am so excited to have the tallest building in the city be a part of our First District,” said Councilwoman Mary Zendejas. “Shoreline Gateway has taken Long Beach to new heights, transforming our skyline forever and bringing forth a new wave of development for housing, jobs and retail.”

The development consists of 315 residential units, 6,500 square feet of commercial space, a five-level underground parking garage, several community living spaces, a pool and spa, a fitness center, a dog park and a myriad of resident amenities. Units will include a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, and two-story penthouses located on the building’s upper levels. The project’s expansive rooftop terrace provides unobstructed 270-degree views of the Long Beach coastline and beyond.

The tower is the second of a two-phase project which includes The Current, the adjacent 17-story, mixed-use project which was completed in 2016. The two state-of-the-art buildings are connected via a 10,000-square-foot shared plaza that will be activated with premium retail and entertainment uses, a world-class art installation and more.

“From an economic development perspective, we could not be more pleased that Shoreline Gateway is a link between our redevelopment past and innovative future,” said Economic Development Department Acting Director Johnny Vallejo. “This generational development is an iconic gateway to our Downtown and waterfront, providing a microcosm of our community focus on housing, arts, public open space and entrepreneurial opportunities.”

The two-phase Shoreline Gateway project was originally approved by the Long Beach City Council and the former Long Beach Redevelopment Agency (RDA) in 2006. The development is the last of the former RDA projects to be completed.

“This is a truly remarkable project that exemplifies our long-standing commitment to innovative construction and sustainable development designed to stand the test of time,” said Long Beach Development Services Department Director Oscar Orci. “Shoreline Gateway complements the City’s most iconic buildings and will help leverage new development and investment opportunities for Long Beach.” 

The transit-oriented development offers easy access to the waterfront and is located within walking distance to the Metro Blue Line and the Long Beach Transit Mall, Pine Avenue and the East Village Arts District, further revitalizing and activating the corridor and adjacent neighborhood.

“After many years, hurdles and challenges, Ledcor is pleased to deliver its fourth high-rise residential tower to Downtown Long Beach, enhancing the skyline and investing in this dynamic waterfront gateway city,” said Ledcor Development LP President Pat Patterson. “Shoreline Gateway is now the tallest residential tower in the city, offering unparalleled finishes, resident amenities and experiences, with state-of-the-art features that set a new standard of modern waterfront luxury living on the West Coast. We are truly grateful to once again have had the opportunity to build this world class asset in a city that we love, while at the same time, providing desperately needed housing”.

Shoreline Gateway sets a new benchmark for design and environmental sustainability as the first development in Long Beach to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Neighborhood Development Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

“Since 2004, Anderson Pacific, LLC proposed a vision for this site which was enthusiastically shared by the community and the City of Long Beach. Overcoming the numerous challenges resulted in the construction of The Current beginning in 2014,” said Anderson Pacific, LLC President and CEO Jim Anderson. “At long last, we have delivered a truly iconic tower that has been envisioned all these years and have created a bona fide gateway into Downtown Long Beach from the east, as well as a wonderful anchor to the East Village Arts District and surrounding community. We greatly appreciate the members of the community, the City and our partners who have worked with us all these years to make this vision a reality.”

For more information about Shoreline Gateway, visit shorelinegatewayliving.com. 

About the City of Long Beach
Home to approximately 470,000 people, the multiple award-winning and innovative City of Long Beach offers all the world-class amenities of a large metropolitan city while maintaining a strong sense of individual and diverse neighborhoods nestled together along the California coast. As a full-service charter city, Long Beach is home to the Queen Mary, Aquarium of the Pacific, several museums and theaters, a highly-rated school district, Long Beach Airport, the Port of Long Beach, as well as many award-winning City departments such as Health and Human Services; Parks, Recreation and Marine; Development Services; Public Works and more. The City also has a highly respected university and city college, two historic ranchos, five hospitals, 12 libraries, five golf courses, 169 parks, miles of beaches, marinas, bike paths and a Bike Share program.

About the Department of Economic Development
The Economic Development Department's mission is to create economic opportunities for workers, investors, and entrepreneurs. Our staff, along with partners across the City, offer services to create a vibrant, resilient, and inclusive economic ecosystem. The Department continuously works to implement the recommendations of the 10-year Blueprint for Economic Development. This comprehensive plan provides policy recommendations and will further Long Beach as an innovative ecosystem that lays a foundation for entrepreneurial success from business start-up to growth. The Department consists of three bureaus: Workforce Development, Business Development, and Property Development bureaus, with seven divisions located in four work sites across two cities.

About Long Beach Development Services
Serving residents, businesses, and the community at large, the Long Beach Development Services Department sets a standard for high-quality, innovative urban planning and livability efforts that create more progressive and sustainable communities in the City. The Department, in its pursuit of the City’s goals to eliminate blight, create economic opportunities, provide affordable housing, and revitalize neighborhoods, works closely with The Long Beach Community Investment Company (LBCIC), the City’s nonprofit affiliate. The LBCIC advises the City Council regarding delivery of housing and neighborhood revitalization services, use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, and ongoing administration of the City's affordable housing funds. For more information, visit longbeach.gov/LBDS.

About Ledcor Development LP
Ledcor Property Investments Ltd and Ledcor Development LP create unique environments inspired by our passion, creativity, and commitment to quality. Ledcor focuses on the development of distinctive apartment, condominium, mixed-use, and resort projects strongly rooted in its communities. The 75-year-old company is known and respected across North America for conducting business with integrity, accountability, and collaboration. Ledcor’s team has been inspired to create new, and contribute to existing communities since 1996, backed by the experience, security, and reputation of the Ledcor brand. ledcordevelopment.com.

About Anderson Pacific, LLC
Anderson Pacific, LLC (APL) is a California-based development company specializing in sustainable community plans and mixed-use, infill, transit-oriented projects closely following principles intended to create livable and walkable communities. Over the last three decades, the principals of APL have owned, developed, or managed some of the nation's most prominent projects, including Library Square in downtown Los Angeles; Playa Vista in West Los Angeles; Potomac Yard in Alexandria, VA; Solana in Dallas, Texas; and Amerige Heights in Fullerton, Calif. The firm currently manages projects in development throughout California in key downtown areas. andersonpacificllc.com.