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Peaceful living with proximity to Venice Beach
Bordering the iconic Venice community and located within minutes of the beach, Mar Vista, which means ocean views in Spanish, is a residential enclave in westside Los Angeles. Embracing a small-town atmosphere and a laidback lifestyle, Mar Vista residents enjoy shopping and dining options along Venice Boulevard and eclectic homes that range from 1920s bungalows to contemporary two-stories and highly rated schools. Reflecting the city’s Great Streets Initiative, Mar Vista is now more bikeable and pedestrian-friendly with newly added bike lanes and sidewalks. “Mar Vista has become a draw for the tech community as it’s close to Silicon Beach and the big tech companies,” says David Fein, a Realtor who is part of The Real Estate Dads Team at Exp Realty with 19 years of experience. “People love that it’s only a five or seven-minute drive to the coast, so it’s very close to the waters but you don’t have to pay for the beach prices.”
Fatty Mart offers casual eats, craft beer, and specialty groceries in Mar Vista.
Mar Vista surfers head to Venice Beach for morning swells and evening sunsets.
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Homes in Mar Vista
From midcentury modern and ranch-style cottages to Spanish-influenced New Traditionals and contemporary two-story properties with steel frames, Mar Vista homes dot the landscape with mature trees, well-kept lawns and sidewalks. Built from the 1920s to the present day, single-family houses start at $1 million and go up to $2 million for 1,000-square-foot to 2,000-square-foot cottages and ranch styles. "It is also common to see developers taking down older homes, reconstructing and adding square footage to new builds," Fein says. Larger homes around 3,000 and 4,000 square feet may list between $3 million and over $4 million. Condos and townhouses range from $700,000 to more than $1 million.
Midcentury ranch‑style homes are common across Mar Vista’s tree‑lined blocks.
Mar Vista offers luxury condos near Venice Boulevard and local amenities.
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Shopping and dining along Venice Boulevard
Chic storefronts and restaurants line Venice Boulevard, which is the major thoroughfare of the neighborhood. Locals are often spotted shopping at Tortoise General Store and Whimsy and Row. Café Laurent is a popular brunch spot serving casual French fare. A finalist for “Best of the Southland Regionals” by the Los Angeles Times, Taverna at the Mar Vista serves tapas-style Greek dishes while offering house cocktails. Area grocery store options include Trader Joe’s, Ralphs and Whole Foods Market. Located in the Mar Vista Center, Mitsuwa Marketplace is a popular Japanese grocery chain that carries a large selection of specialty snacks and prepped food while also having several Japanese fast-food restaurants inside the store space. On Sundays, people can select locally grown produce at the farmers market.
Taverna at The Mar Vista serves Greek small plates and house cocktails on Venice Blvd.
Mitsuwa Marketplace offers Japanese groceries and food stalls in Mar Vista Center.
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Los Angeles Unified School District
Prospective schools include Mar Vista Elementary School, which is rated an A-minus by Niche, and Mark Twain Middle School has a B score. Venice High School, which has an A rating, offers academies for fields of art, dual language and law. Santa Monica College has a campus in Mar Vista and provides coursework in approximately 100 fields of academic disciplines.
Mar Vista Elementary earns an A‑minus on Niche and offers strong community programs.
Venice High School features expansive athletic fields and A‑rated academics.
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Sports and programs at the Mar Vista Recreation Center
Comprised of a turf field for soccer and lacrosse, basketball and tennis courts, an outdoor hockey rink and a baseball diamond, the Mar Vista Recreation Center is a comprehensive recreational venue enjoyed by locals. The center also offers various fitness, recreation and sports programs, including basketball, baseball, music and camp. “There are lots of activities at the recreation center. I used it when I was growing up and later coached there. It’s the place that brings the community together,” Fein says. Clover Park and Penmar Park offer additional sports facilities, playgrounds and picnic areas, and golfers can book tee times at Penmar Golf Course. Residents are often spotted exercising at the Mar Vista Stairs or taking their pets to Airport Park’s dog park, and those who enjoy water activities can head to Venice Beach.
Clover Park hosts youth soccer programs a short drive from Mar Vista.
Penmar Golf Course offers practice greens and tee times near Mar Vista.
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Events in Venice
With over 100,000 annual attendees, carnival rides, immersive performances and local artist and food vendors, the Abbot Kinney Festival is one of the most popular events in Westside Los Angeles. Many locals also shop and social at The Venice Beach Festival, featuring various designers and artisan vendors. For entertainment, residents can also head to Bowlero, go on art walks and spot murals around the neighborhood or visit the Museum of Flying.
Mar Vista Farmers Market runs Sundays 9 a.m.–2 p.m., rain or shine, on Venice Blvd.
Venice Summer Fest celebrates local art, live music, and neighborhood culture.
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Navigating into Los Angeles and Burbank
The Santa Monica Airport, which mostly operates private flights, sits adjacent to the neighborhood and is tentatively scheduled to cease operations by 2028. However, current residences bordering the airport are often affected by the noise level. Los Angeles International Airport is about 7 miles south, with Venice, Santa Monica, Century City and Culver City all located within 5 miles of the neighborhood. Downtown Los Angeles is approximately 15 miles east via Interstate 10, while Burbank is a 23-mile drive through Interstate 405. The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA), known as the LA Metro, provides bus and rail connections to downtown Los Angeles and surrounding areas, while the Big Blue Bus offers bus routes throughout Southern California.
Mar Vista is bike‑friendly with new lanes and quick drives to I‑10 and I‑405.
Venice Boulevard connects Mar Vista to the beach via LA Metro and Big Blue Bus.
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Pretty safe, but recent influx of homeless population. Nightlife leaves something to be imagined, but it's growing.
4.0Current Resident
9/30/2022Niche Review
It's a nice area with everything you could need. There are plenty of schools nearby in the area. It has a very University lifestyle feel to it. The beach is not far from mar vista so it's convenient.
4.0Current Resident
1/23/2019Niche Review
Other than the rapid gentrification of the Mar Vista area, it isn't so bad. You are in close proximity to everything: the airport, Santa Monica, Venice, grocery stores, coffee shops, restaurants, etc. The neighborhoods are mostly quiet. Not a lot of crime.
5.0Current Resident
4/4/2024Niche Review
I love Mar Vista. It's a great place to live and is a very family-friendly neighborhood. It has great nature and scenery and is a great place to walk around, and also has some good stores nearby. Mar Vista feels like a good central place in West LA and it always gives me a sense of calm to be in my neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mar Vista
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Mar Vista Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mar Vista, Los Angeles sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Mar Vista, Los Angeles over the last 12 months is $2,230,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Perched on a gentle hill in the heart of Mar Vista, this 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence offers a rare sense of serenity just moments from the best of the Westside, providing a peaceful retreat with effortless access to Santa Monica, Venice, and Playa Vista while perfectly balancing privacy and convenience. Inside, sun-drenched open-concept living spaces are framed by beautiful white oak floors,
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Located in the highly desirable Westdale pocket of Mar Vista and within the Mar Vista School District, this exceptional new construction offers a rare blend of style, comfort, and thoughtful design. The home features a warm, modern aesthetic with an open-concept layout designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining.A standout double-island kitchen offers both functionality and
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Newly renovated 1st floor unit in a beautiful Mid-Century modern building located in the heart of Westside Village. Less than a block from Whole Foods Market, Starbucks, Chase Bank and many other shops & restaurants. Hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, chrome fixtures, caesar stone counters, new cabinetry and custom tiling. Central heat & air. Laundry on site.
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A rare opportunity to lease in Westdale Trousdale! This completely renovated home is now available for those seeking a comfortable and attractive living space in the heart of Mar Vista. Located in a prime location just a short distance from Mar Vista Elementary School, convenient shopping destinations, this property offers the perfect combination of comfort and convenience. Step inside to
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Renowned architect, Glen Irani, presents this 5 bed, 4.5 bath super-modern home in Mar Vista's best hillside neighborhood, with expansive city & ocean views in a truly wonderful neighborhood, near a park, library, churches, schools, shopping, dining, public transportation & LA's best farmers market. 2 miles from the beach, Venice, Santa Monica, Westwood, Brentwood, 10 minutes to LAX, minutes from
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