Los Angeles offers incredibly diverse neighborhoods, each with its own personality, lifestyle, and price point. Whether you dream of morning beach walks, urban energy, or quiet hillside retreats, there's a perfect LA community waiting for you.
Choosing where to live in Los Angeles is about more than just price and square footage. It's about finding a community that matches your lifestyle, commute needs, and personal priorities. Do you want to walk to the beach every morning? Be close to your studio job in Burbank? Live in a diverse, food-focused community? LA has it all.
We've organized the 35 communities we serve into four regions: Westside, Central LA, South Bay, and Valley & Foothills. Each region has its own character and price range, helping you narrow down your search based on what matters most to you.
From Malibu's beaches to Beverly Hills' glamour, the Westside offers upscale living with world-class shopping, dining, and entertainment. Home to tech companies, entertainment industry professionals, and those seeking the quintessential LA lifestyle.
$800K - $2M for most condos
Santa Monica represents the pinnacle of Southern California coastal living, combining a world-famous beach with a sophisticated urban environment. This iconic beach city offers condo buyers an unparal...
$1.2M - $4M for most condos
Beverly Hills is synonymous with luxury, prestige, and the glamour of Hollywood's golden age. This exclusive enclave offers condo buyers entry into one of the world's most recognized addresses, where ...
$600K - $1.5M for most condos
Marina del Rey is the largest man-made small-craft harbor in North America, offering a unique waterfront lifestyle unlike anywhere else in Los Angeles. This unincorporated LA County community provides...
$750K - $1.5M for most condos
Playa Vista represents Los Angeles' most ambitious master-planned community, built on the former Hughes Aircraft property and now serving as the heart of Silicon Beach. This modern neighborhood offers...
$600K - $1.2M for most condos
Culver City has emerged as one of Los Angeles' most dynamic neighborhoods, transforming from a modest studio town into a cultural destination known for art galleries, acclaimed restaurants, and creati...
$800K - $2M for most condos
Venice is Los Angeles' most eclectic beach community, where tech wealth meets artistic bohemianism in a constantly evolving cultural landscape. The neighborhood's famous boardwalk, muscle beach, and s...
$900K - $2.5M for most condos
Brentwood represents one of Los Angeles' most prestigious residential enclaves, combining village charm with proximity to some of the city's finest cultural institutions. Nestled between the Santa Mon...
$900K - $3M for most condos
Malibu represents the ultimate California coastal dream, stretching 27 miles along the Pacific Coast Highway with world-famous beaches, dramatic mountain backdrops, and an exclusive atmosphere that ha...
$1M - $2.5M for most condos
Pacific Palisades offers a unique blend of coastal accessibility and village community charm, situated on the bluffs between Santa Monica and Malibu with the Santa Monica Mountains as a dramatic backd...
$650K - $1.5M for most condos
Westwood is defined by UCLA, the prestigious university that anchors this Westside neighborhood and infuses it with intellectual energy, cultural programming, and youthful vitality. The historic Westw...
$550K - $950K for most condos
West Los Angeles encompasses a diverse collection of neighborhoods offering some of the Westside's best value, centrally located between Santa Monica, Culver City, and Beverly Hills. The area includes...
The cultural heart of Los Angeles featuring iconic Hollywood, vibrant Koreatown, trendy West Hollywood, and the revitalized Downtown. Urban energy, world-class museums, legendary nightlife, and diverse neighborhoods.
$500K - $1.2M for most condos
Downtown Los Angeles has undergone a remarkable transformation from neglected urban core to vibrant 24/7 neighborhood, attracting residents who embrace high-rise living, cultural amenities, and walkab...
$500K - $1.1M for most condos
Hollywood remains the symbolic heart of the entertainment industry, where the iconic Hollywood Sign watches over a neighborhood blending historic glamour with contemporary urban energy. The Walk of Fa...
$650K - $1.5M for most condos
West Hollywood—known locally as WeHo—is a fiercely independent city celebrated for its vibrant LGBTQ+ community, world-class dining scene, and legendary Sunset Strip nightlife. This compact 1.9-square...
$550K - $950K for most condos
The Fairfax-La Brea area represents one of LA's most culturally rich neighborhoods, anchored by Museum Row's world-class institutions and the beloved Original Farmers Market at Third and Fairfax. LACM...
$425K - $750K for most condos
Koreatown is LA's most densely populated neighborhood, a vibrant, neon-lit district where Korean BBQ restaurants, karaoke bars, and spas operate around the clock. This energetic community offers an au...
$375K - $600K for most condos
South Los Angeles encompasses diverse neighborhoods south of the 10 freeway, including the areas around USC, Exposition Park, and historic communities like West Adams, Jefferson Park, and Leimert Park...
$400K - $650K for most condos
Inglewood is experiencing the most dramatic transformation of any LA neighborhood, driven by SoFi Stadium (home to the Rams and Chargers), the new Intuit Dome (Clippers arena), and billions in develop...
Beach cities and family-friendly communities with excellent schools, diverse dining, and laid-back coastal vibes. From Manhattan Beach's premium lifestyle to Torrance's exceptional value.
$900K - $2.5M for most condos
Manhattan Beach is the crown jewel of the South Bay, combining small-town charm with upscale coastal sophistication. This premier beach community offers condo buyers access to pristine beaches, top-ra...
$700K - $1.8M for most condos
Hermosa Beach embodies the quintessential Southern California surf town spirit, offering a laid-back lifestyle that attracts beach lovers, young professionals, and those seeking authentic coastal comm...
$500K - $1.2M for most condos
Redondo Beach offers the South Bay beach lifestyle at more accessible price points than its northern neighbors, making it an excellent choice for buyers seeking oceanfront living without the premium o...
$550K - $950K for most condos
El Segundo uniquely combines small-town charm with major employment opportunities, making it one of the South Bay's most practical locations for working professionals. This aerospace and technology hu...
$425K - $700K for most condos
Torrance offers the best value proposition in the South Bay, providing quality living, excellent schools, and diverse amenities at prices well below the beach cities. This large, ethnically diverse ci...
$650K - $1.2M for most condos
The Palos Verdes Peninsula rises dramatically from the Pacific Ocean, creating one of Southern California's most exclusive residential enclaves. This collection of four cities—Palos Verdes Estates, Ra...
$350K - $500K for most condos
Carson offers affordable entry to the South Bay region, a diverse city with strong employment centers, easy freeway access, and proximity to beach communities. Home to Dignity Health Sports Park (LA G...
$400K - $575K for most condos
Hawthorne has transformed from a modest aerospace suburb to the home of SpaceX, Elon Musk's rocket company that has revitalized the city's identity and economy. This South Bay city offers affordable l...
$400K - $800K for most condos
Long Beach is California's seventh-largest city, an independent urban center with distinct identity from Los Angeles. This waterfront city offers diverse neighborhoods from the upscale Naples Island c...
Entertainment industry hub with studio proximity, excellent schools, and more space for your money. From Sherman Oaks' upscale living to Pasadena's historic charm and cultural attractions.
$500K - $900K for most condos
Glendale offers exceptional value and quality of life in a diverse, family-oriented community nestled against the Verdugo Mountains. California's fourth-largest city combines urban amenities with moun...
$475K - $750K for most condos
Burbank is the entertainment industry's hometown, hosting Warner Bros, Disney, Nickelodeon, and countless production facilities that make it the "Media Capital of the World." This working-class-turned...
$500K - $900K for most condos
Pasadena is one of Southern California's most distinguished cities, blending historic architecture, world-class cultural institutions, and the annual Rose Parade tradition that makes it famous worldwi...
$550K - $950K for most condos
Sherman Oaks represents the San Fernando Valley's most prestigious neighborhood south of the boulevard, offering upscale living along Ventura Boulevard's restaurant row and in the hillside areas climb...
$600K - $1M for most condos
Encino is the San Fernando Valley's most prestigious community, known for its ranch estates, celebrity residents, and family-oriented atmosphere. This upscale neighborhood offers excellent schools, be...
$350K - $500K for most condos
Van Nuys is the San Fernando Valley's geographic and administrative center, hosting the Van Nuys Government Center (including the courthouse), Van Nuys Airport, and major commercial corridors. This wo...
$350K - $475K for most condos
Canoga Park anchors the western San Fernando Valley, a diverse working-class community offering affordable living and improving infrastructure. The Metro Orange Line extension to Warner Center has enh...
$325K - $425K for most condos
San Fernando is a small, independent city surrounded by the City of Los Angeles, maintaining its own government and distinct identity since 1911. Named after Mission San Fernando Rey de España, this h...
| If You Want... | Consider... |
|---|---|
| Daily beach access and surf culture | Malibu, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Santa Monica |
| Upscale dining and nightlife | West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Culver City |
| Tech industry proximity (Silicon Beach) | Playa Vista, Marina del Rey, El Segundo, Culver City |
| Entertainment industry jobs | Burbank, Glendale, Hollywood, Culver City |
| Best value for families | Torrance, Glendale, Pasadena, Long Beach |
| Urban walkable lifestyle | Downtown LA, Koreatown, Pasadena, Santa Monica |
| Quiet, scenic, exclusive | Palos Verdes, Pacific Palisades, Brentwood, Encino |
| Artistic, eclectic vibe | Venice, Hollywood, Downtown LA (Arts District) |
| Sports and entertainment venues | Inglewood, Downtown LA, Pasadena, Carson |
| Most affordable entry points | San Fernando, Van Nuys, Canoga Park, Hawthorne |
| 24/7 dining and nightlife | Koreatown, West Hollywood, Hollywood |
Condo prices vary significantly across LA. Here's a quick comparison to help you focus your search on communities within your budget.
| Community | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| San Fernando | $325K - $425K for most condos |
| South Los Angeles | $375K - $600K for most condos |
| Carson | $350K - $500K for most condos |
| Long Beach | $400K - $800K for most condos |
| Van Nuys | $350K - $500K for most condos |
| Canoga Park | $350K - $475K for most condos |
| Torrance | $425K - $700K for most condos |
| Koreatown | $425K - $750K for most condos |
| Inglewood | $400K - $650K for most condos |
| Hawthorne | $400K - $575K for most condos |
| Redondo Beach | $500K - $1.2M for most condos |
| Downtown LA | $500K - $1.2M for most condos |
| Glendale | $500K - $900K for most condos |
| Burbank | $475K - $750K for most condos |
| Hollywood | $500K - $1.1M for most condos |
| Pasadena | $500K - $900K for most condos |
| Marina del Rey | $600K - $1.5M for most condos |
| El Segundo | $550K - $950K for most condos |
| West Los Angeles | $550K - $950K for most condos |
| Fairfax-La Brea | $550K - $950K for most condos |
| Sherman Oaks | $550K - $950K for most condos |
| Culver City | $600K - $1.2M for most condos |
| Palos Verdes | $650K - $1.2M for most condos |
| Westwood | $650K - $1.5M for most condos |
| West Hollywood | $650K - $1.5M for most condos |
| Encino | $600K - $1M for most condos |
| Hermosa Beach | $700K - $1.8M for most condos |
| Venice | $800K - $2M for most condos |
| Santa Monica | $800K - $2M for most condos |
| Playa Vista | $750K - $1.5M for most condos |
| Malibu | $900K - $3M for most condos |
| Manhattan Beach | $900K - $2.5M for most condos |
| Brentwood | $900K - $2.5M for most condos |
| Pacific Palisades | $1M - $2.5M for most condos |
| Beverly Hills | $1.2M - $4M for most condos |
Prices are approximate and vary by building, unit size, views, and condition. Contact Mark for current market data.
Choosing a neighborhood is personal. Let's talk about your lifestyle, commute, budget, and priorities. Mark can help you narrow down the options and find communities you might not have considered.