The developed Alamitos Beach properties were shared equally, while John Bixby's heirs kept the central section of the remaining rancho, the Bixby cousins from Rancho Los Cerritos assumed control of the northern section, and Hellman took control of the southern lands around present day Seal Beach. Unfortunately, a financial crisis prevented the various parties from seriously pursuing John Bixby's dream of developing Alamitos Beach.
The developed Alamitos Beach properties were divided equally, while John Bixby's heirs retained control of the central portion of the remaining ranch, the Bixby cousins from Rancho Los Cerritos took charge of the northern section, and Hellman controlled the southern lands surrounding present-day Seal Beach. Unfortunately, a financial crisis hindered the various parties from seriously pursuing John Bixby's vision for developing Alamitos Beach.