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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mar Vista a good place to live?
Mar Vista is a good place to live. Mar Vista is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Mar Vista has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.0 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $78,390 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 4.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Mar Vista are home owners, with 39% of residents renting and 61% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Mar Vista can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Mar Vista neighborhood guide.
Is Mar Vista, CA a safe neighborhood?
Mar Vista, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Mar Vista?
The median home price in Mar Vista is $709,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $142,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.49%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,590 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $154K a year to afford the median home price in Mar Vista. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Mar Vista is $78K.
What are the best public schools in Mar Vista?
The best public schools that serve Mar Vista are:
- Channel Islands High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 24:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Ocean View Junior High School has a C- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 21:1.
- Mar Vista Elementary School has a D+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 20:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Mar Vista, Oxnard, CA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Mar Vista, Oxnard, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Mar Vista, Oxnard, CA are South Winds, Kamala Park, La Colonia, Marina West and West Village.
