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Malibu West

Malibu West

$3,191,727 Average Value
$685 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Budget-friendly neighborhood by Malibu standards

Situated just beyond Zuma Beach along the Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu West is a bargain by local standards. “This is the most affordable neighborhood offering the Malibu lifestyle,” says Sandro Dazzan, managing partner of The Agency Malibu, who was born and raised in the city. “Families love it because it has starter homes, and it’s very safe — they have a guard gate at the top of the neighborhood.” The neighborhood's CAP Index Crime Score is 1 out of 10, compared to 4 nationally. Dazzan says it’s common to see kids on bikes and skateboards, as well as families walking dogs.

Surfers love to catch waves at Zuma Beach just minutes from Malibu West.
Surfers love to catch waves at Zuma Beach just minutes from Malibu West.
Homes throughout Malibu West feature ocean and island views.
Homes throughout Malibu West feature ocean and island views.
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Residents have access to the Malibu West Beach Club

The winding streets in Malibu West are sleepy, and many end in cul-de-sacs. “The area up in Trancas Canyon was developed in the 1960s and ‘70s. It’s primarily smaller, one-story single-family homes between 2,000 and 3,000 square feet,” Dazzan says. Midcentury ranch-style homes are the most commonly seen. The majority of homes here go for between $2 million and $4 million, which is more affordable than Malibu on the whole. The median price of a single-family home in greater Malibu is around $6 million. One great amenity to this community is access to the Malibu West Beach Club, a private beach open only to the neighborhood's residents. Offering views from Point Dume to Victoria Point, the club and private event space is secluded from the world, tucked behind evergreen trees and hidden behind a gated entrance.

Luxurious modern estates and Spanish Villas pepper the hillsides ranging from a few million dollars to over 30 million dollars in Malibu West.
Luxurious modern estates and Spanish Villas pepper the hillsides ranging from a few million dollars to over 30 million dollars in Malibu West.
You can find all different style of home throughout Malibu West.
You can find all different style of home throughout Malibu West.
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Santa Monica-Malibu Unified is a top-tier school district

Santa Monica-Malibu Unified is graded A-plus by Niche, making it one of the best school districts in the state. Kids can attend Malibu Elementary, graded A-minus by Niche, before moving on to Malibu Middle School, which gets an A. Malibu High School also gets an A, and it has a state-of-the-art theater and top-tier arts programs.

Malibu Elementary School serves around 200 students yearly and has a student to teacher ratio of 18 to 1.
Malibu Elementary School serves around 200 students yearly and has a student to teacher ratio of 18 to 1.
Malibu Middle School serves students grades 6-8.
Malibu Middle School serves students grades 6-8.
Malibu High School received a A rating from Niche has serves around 400 students yearly.
Malibu High School received a A rating from Niche has serves around 400 students yearly.
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Let the dogs off-leash at Trancas Canyon Park

Outdoor access is one of Malibu’s primary drivers, promising nearby beaches, parks and scenic points of interest. The neighborhood’s primary green space is Trancas Canyon Park, which is situated on about 15 acres, six of which is developed. This quiet community gem is well-known for its robust dog park, cowboy-themed playground and dedicated picnic areas. A couple of miles away, Zuma Beach is known for its wide white sands that stretch nearly two miles. It’s a surfing destination known for clean, clear water and robust surf. Zuma is also known for wildlife — dolphins can often be seen frolicking in the distance, and gray whales travel through during their winter migration. There is plenty of hiking nearby at Charmlee Wilderness Park, which has hiking trails and a nature center on over 500 acres.

Trancas Canyon Park is a country themed park in Malibu West.
Trancas Canyon Park is a country themed park in Malibu West.
Charmlee Wilderness Park is a pet friendly park in the Santa Monica Mountains.
Charmlee Wilderness Park is a pet friendly park in the Santa Monica Mountains.
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Shopping and dining at the Trancas County Market

“Malibu West has walkability to the Trancas Country Market — a lot of people have golf carts and will drive them down there,” Dazzan says. The market is a barn-style retail center with boutique shopping, independent dining destinations and a Starbucks. Vintage Grocers is the place to stock up on groceries and sustainably sourced essentials. Warmly industrial and spacious with plenty of seating, Malibu Brewing Company is a taproom and eatery dedicated to craft beer and hospitality. Diners call it out for reasonable prices and scenic outdoor seating yards from the beach beyond the Pacific Coast Highway. Bluem Malibu (pronounced bloom) is an organic bakery that offers wax-sealed delivery of its specialties like olive oil cake.

Kristy's is one of the many restaurants around Trancas Country Market.
Kristy's is one of the many restaurants around Trancas Country Market.
Malibu Brewing Company has been serving locally crafted brews in Malibu since 2022.
Malibu Brewing Company has been serving locally crafted brews in Malibu since 2022.
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Direct access to the PCH and quiet residential streets

Malibu West has direct access to the Pacific Coast Highway, which runs north to Oxnard and south to Santa Monica. It's about 10 miles west of the Malibu city center. Traffic on the PCH is always buzzing, but the quiet residential streets of the neighborhood don’t see any through traffic. A car is mandatory in Malibu as public transportation options are extremely limited, but there is a Metro bus that runs from LA to Malibu Beach. To catch a flight, Van Nuys Airport is about 35 miles northwest — for more flight options, Los Angeles International is 55 miles southeast.

Fire risk is substantial

Greater Malibu faces substantial fire risk due to dry, breezy conditions in the summer that can spread fire rapidly. In 2025, the Palisades Fire devastated parts of the city.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Los Angeles International

55 min drive

Bus

Trancas Canyon & Pacific Coast HWY

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Malibu West US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Malibu West Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$824,900
Median Sale Price
$1,417,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$447,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
42
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
52%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$685

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
338
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,549
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
4,122
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,661
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,552

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Aug 3
    1 - 5pm

    30610 Las Estrellas Dr, Malibu, CA 90265

    $3,299,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,315 Sq Ft
    • 30610 Las Estrellas Dr
    • New 22 days ago

    Exquisitely remodeled and move-in ready, this single-story home in the highly desirable, guard-gated Malibu West community offers the perfect blend of elevated design and relaxed family living. Carefully curated materials, including exotic stones, artisan hand-plastered walls, and high-end fixtures create a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere throughout the home. A bright and open floor plan

    Brian Goldberg Pinnacle Estate Properties

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  • Sunday, Aug 3
    1 - 4pm

    40000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265

    $5,000,000

    • 40000 Pacific Coast Hwy
    • New 25 days ago

    NEW LISTING! A unique opportunity to develop a "one of a kind" Major Malibu Estate in West Malibu! With much space for a spectacular 180-degree ocean view home and includes room for pool, tennis court and horses! Most of the 19.16 acres is flat to gentle slope with 1,931 feet of street frontage and all across from public beach access! Close by are multimillion dollar homes without the

    Richard Barrett Coldwell Banker Realty

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    1 - 4pm

    6414 Lunita Rd, Malibu, CA 90265

    $1,799,995

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,900 Sq Ft
    • 6414 Lunita Rd

    Experience the best of Malibu living in this front-row, turn-key townhome located in the coveted Vista Pacifica at Broad Beach community. Enjoy sweeping ocean views from both the spacious living room and the upstairs primary suite. This beautifully maintained residence features a gourmet kitchen outfitted with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, soaring ceilings, and

    Laura Silver Realty Source Incorporated

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
888
Median Age
55
Population under 18
15.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.5%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$190,789
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$201,929

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.6%
College Graduates
62%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

8 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

8 / 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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