Marina Del Rey

Marina del Rey is one of Los Angeles County’s premier waterfront communities, known for its luxury condos, marina-front living, coastal lifestyle, and long-term property value growth. With highly targeted buyer demand and strong luxury appeal, Marina del Rey continues to attract professionals, executives, investors, and long-term homeowners seeking upscale coastal living within Southern California real estate.

Overview for Marina Del Rey, CA

23,684 people live in Marina Del Rey, where the median age is 38.9 and the average individual income is $101,543. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

23,684

Total Population

38.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$101,543

Average individual Income

🌴 Marina del Rey Real Estate & Waterfront Living Guide

Marina del Rey is one of Southern California’s most recognizable waterfront housing markets, known for its luxury condos, marina-front residences, upscale coastal lifestyle, and strong long-term property value growth. Located along the Los Angeles coastline between Venice Beach and Playa Vista, Marina del Rey continues to attract buyers seeking a balance between luxury coastal living, accessibility, and long-term investment potential within Southern California real estate.

Marina del Rey real estate offers a wide range of luxury housing opportunities, including waterfront condominiums, marina-view residences, penthouses, modern architectural homes, luxury apartments, and investment opportunities that appeal to professionals, executives, luxury buyers, investors, and long-term homeowners alike. Buyers are often drawn to Marina del Rey because of its coastal atmosphere, boating lifestyle, luxury amenities, and highly walkable waterfront environment.

 

🏡 Living in Marina del Rey

One of Marina del Rey’s biggest attractions is its combination of waterfront living, luxury lifestyle amenities, and coastal accessibility.

Residents enjoy close proximity to:

⚓ Marina-front living & yacht culture  
🌊 Beaches, coastal trails & ocean activities  
☕ Restaurants, cafes & nightlife  
🚴 Waterfront bike paths & outdoor recreation  
🛍️ Shopping, entertainment & lifestyle amenities  
🚗 Convenient access throughout Los Angeles County  
🌴 Luxury high-rise living with marina & ocean views  

Marina del Rey continues to attract buyers looking for a more upscale and lifestyle-driven coastal environment while remaining connected to nearby business centers and entertainment districts throughout Los Angeles.

 

📈 Marina del Rey Luxury Housing Market

The Marina del Rey housing market operates differently from many traditional residential markets due to its luxury price points, waterfront inventory, and highly targeted buyer pool.

Current Marina del Rey market trends include:

📊 Median home prices around $4.25M+  
👀 Homes averaging only 1–2 showings before contract  
⏱️ Average time on market near 36 days  
📐 Average pricing above $1,200 per square foot  
📉 Housing inventory near 7 months of supply  

While inventory levels remain somewhat higher compared to surrounding markets, the extremely low number of showings required before contract highlights that qualified luxury buyers are still moving decisively when the right property becomes available.

 

🌟 Why Luxury Buyers Still Target Marina del Rey

Buyers searching for homes for sale in Marina del Rey are often looking for:

✔️ Waterfront luxury living  
✔️ Marina-view condos & penthouses  
✔️ Coastal lifestyle amenities  
✔️ Walkability & entertainment access  
✔️ Boating & oceanfront recreation  
✔️ Strong long-term property values  
✔️ Lifestyle-driven luxury ownership opportunities  

Marina del Rey’s combination of waterfront exclusivity, lifestyle appeal, and limited premium inventory continues to support strong demand from qualified luxury buyers.

 

📍 Marina del Rey Lifestyle & Community Appeal

Marina del Rey offers one of Los Angeles County’s most unique waterfront lifestyles while remaining highly connected to surrounding employment and entertainment hubs throughout Southern California. Buyers often appreciate the city’s marina atmosphere, luxury amenities, coastal accessibility, and walkable environment.

The area also provides convenient access to nearby communities including:

📍 Venice Beach  
📍 Playa Vista  
📍 Santa Monica  
📍 Manhattan Beach  
📍 Beverly Hills  
📍 Culver City  

This central coastal location continues to make Marina del Rey especially attractive for executives, luxury buyers, investors, and long-term homeowners seeking upscale waterfront living without sacrificing accessibility.

 

🏠 Buying or Selling a Home in Marina del Rey

Whether you're searching for a waterfront condo, marina-view residence, luxury penthouse, investment property, or long-term ownership opportunity, Marina del Rey continues to stand out as one of Southern California’s strongest and most recognizable waterfront housing markets.

In today’s luxury environment, strategic pricing, polished presentation, emotional marketing, and targeted exposure have become increasingly important for sellers looking to maximize results in the Marina del Rey market.

Around Marina Del Rey, CA

There's plenty to do around Marina Del Rey, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Alandales Mens Clothing, M.I.A Fitness, and Advanced Athletics.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Shopping 4.43 miles 20 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.43 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.94 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.65 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.71 miles 19 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.59 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars

Schools in Marina Del Rey, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Marina Del Rey. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Demographics and Employment Data for Marina Del Rey, CA

Marina Del Rey has 13,198 households, with an average household size of 1.79. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Marina Del Rey do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 23,684 people call Marina Del Rey home. The population density is 11,299.48 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

23,684

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

38.9

Median Age

47.25 / 52.75%

Men vs Women

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  • High School Degree
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Total Households

1.79

Average Household Size

$101,543

Average individual Income

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WORK WITH ANDREW

Here’s some great news for first-time buyers: more options are coming to market. Last month, we saw a jump in the number of listings for entry-level homes. Contact me today so we can explore all the latest options together to find your first home.