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A walkable neighborhood with well-rated schools in Culver City
Sunkist Park is a neighborhood in Culver City, home of Sony Pictures Studios on the iconic MGM lot, where classics like “King Kong” and “The Wizard of Oz” were produced. Known for its small-town feel on the south side of the city, Sunkist Park’s main draw is walkability — with homes centered around an elementary school and a community park. “People come here for the schools and the proximity to the shops and restaurants nearby. It's a great location,” says Realtor Todd Miller, who works with KW Advisors and has over two decades of experience in the area. Plus, it has appealing sales prices. “If you want to be in Culver City proper, it's the neighborhood where your money goes the furthest," says Cavanaugh Realtors associate broker Julio Leyva, who has over 30 years of expertise in the area.
Embrace learning at Culver City High School in Culver City, CA.
Culver Slauson Park is a great place for bikers to connect to the Ballona Creek Bike Path
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Retail and dining on Sepulveda Boulevard
There are a variety of shops and local restaurants along Sepulveda Boulevard on the east side of the neighborhood. Family-owned Chargha House is a casual, halal restaurant serving Pakistani-Indian cuisine. Big Tomy’s has burgers and breakfast staples in a no-frills atmosphere. Nightlife is available at Scarlet Lady Saloon, a sports bar with pool tables and karaoke nights. Sorrento Italian Market, a community mainstay, has grocery shopping and a deli that serves sub sandwiches. Just southeast is Westfield Culver City, a mall brimming with businesses, including over 100 stores and about 40 dining options.
The Sunkist Park locals love to gather at the Scarlet Lady Saloon in Culver City.
Hobby enthusiasts from around the county gather at Big Lou's Toys and Collectibles in the Sunkist Park neighborhood of Culver City.
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Highly rated schools, from El Marino Elementary to Culver City High
El Marino Elementary School is a National Blue Ribbon School with an A rating on Niche. “El Marino Elementary is an amazing immersion school,” Miller says. It offers programs for Japanese and Spanish, with the goal of students becoming bilingual. Students then move on to Culver City Middle School, which has an A-minus rating, while Culver City High School earns an A.
El Marino Elementary School in Culver City, CA.
Culver City High School receives an overall A rating from Niche.
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Midcentury ranch-style homes and contemporary houses in Sunkist Park
The neighborhood is primarily residential, mostly composed of single-family homes lining a network of loose grid-style streets. The yards have enough space for garden beds, usually landscaped with palm trees and agave plants. Most of the architecture consists of midcentury ranch-style homes, although there are limited two-story contemporary homes. The houses range from $1.2 to $2.3 million, the higher end including those with substantial renovations. Those interested in the area should watch the inventory closely. “The market moves quickly because the homes are priced somewhat less than other parts of Culver City; it’s an affordable location,” Miller says. On average, homes stay on the market for 29 days in Sunkist Park, in contrast to the national average of 45 days.
El Marino Park and Culver/Slauson Park
In the heart of the neighborhood, El Marino Park offers handball and basketball courts right next to El Marino Elementary. “The park has cool play areas and fields for kids,” Miller says. With over 3 acres of space, it also features a ceramics hut with a kiln. Culver/Slauson Park, which borders the neighborhood to the west, has workout equipment, a ballfield and access to the Ballona Creek Bike Path. This 7-mile trail runs all the way to Toes Beach for ocean swims and sunset strolls.
Kids in Culver City, CA can enjoy the playground at El Marino Park.
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Attractions, including the Sony Pictures Studio Tour
At the Sony Pictures Studio Tour, visitors can see props from famous films and TV shows like “Breaking Bad” and “Ghostbusters.” The Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery features the gravesites of Old Hollywood celebrities, including Rita Hayworth, Bela Lugosi and Bing Crosby.
Sony Pictures Studios is just a few miles away from the Sunkist Park neighborhood in Culver City.
The Sunkist Park neighborhood is adjacent to the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery.
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A 15-mile commute to downtown Los Angeles
Sunkist Park is walkable, with bus stops along Sepulveda Boulevard. Via interstates 10 and 405, the neighborhood is about 15 miles away from downtown LA. It’s also about 3 miles from a Metro light rail station, where residents can take the E Line into LA. For farther travel, the Los Angeles International Airport is about 5 miles away from Sunkist Park.
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Parks in this Area
El Marino Park
Basketball
Soccer
Playground
Transit
Airport
Los Angeles International
10 min drive
Bus
Sepulveda Blvd & Berryman Ave
Bus
Sepulveda Blvd & Janisann Ave
Bus
Sawtelle Blvd & Sepulveda Blvd
Bus
Sepulveda Blvd & Studio Village West
Bus
Hayter Ave & Berryman Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sunkist Park
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Sunkist Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sunkist Park, Culver City sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sunkist Park, Culver City over the last 12 months is $699,900, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,470
Median Age
46
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$156,621
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$169,159
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.7%
College Graduates
66.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
35.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
49°F
Average Summer High Temperature
70°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
68/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
75/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
58/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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