The Local’s Guide To
Venice
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Living In Venice
- Bohemian Energy
- Murals Everywhere
- Skate Culture
- Beachfront Walks
- Eclectic Shops
- Iconic Vibes
Venice blends coastal edge and counterculture cool with a vibrant mix of street art, creatives, beachgoers, and laid-back locals, all steps from the Pacific Ocean’s rolling waves.
Key Details
The Neighbors
Artists, entrepreneurs, and surfers converge in this eclectic neighborhood, where casual blends with avant-garde and the beach is always within reach.
The Lifestyle
Expect sunrise surf sessions, remote work from a coffee shop, bike rides along the boardwalk, and spontaneous live music echoing through street corners by sunset.
The Market
Venice features a blend of edgy bungalows, sleek new architecture, and beachside apartments—rents and sale prices are high due to its coastal and cultural appeal.
The Appeal
Venice is creative, expressive, and unapologetically itself. It blends beachside living with an artistic, entrepreneurial spirit that feels distinctly local and alive. Long rooted as an artists’ enclave, the neighborhood reflects that history in its eclectic built environment, ranging from early 1900s Craftsman bungalows and classic walk-street homes to some of the most striking contemporary architecture on the Westside. Venice offers a rare mix of grit and beauty where design, wellness, and culture intersect with one of California’s most iconic beaches.
If You Do One Thing...
Start the morning with a walk through the Venice Canals, then grab a bite and wander down Abbot Kinney Boulevard for browsing and shopping. End with a stroll toward the beach as the neighborhood comes to life—skateboarders landing tricks on the boardwalk, surfers heading in, locals lingering, and creativity unfolding in real time.
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Becoming A LocalOwning A Home In Venice
Venice is one of L.A.'s most iconic neighborhoods, combining gritty edge, surf culture, and creative flair. Known worldwide for the Venice Beach Boardwalk, this neighborhood buzzes with energy from street performers, skaters, local vendors, and artists. Colorful murals cover almost every surface, reflecting a rich culture of expression. Venice’s architectural variety—from century-old craftsman homes to sleek modern builds—mirrors the eclectic personality of its residents and visitors alike.
Abbot Kinney Boulevard anchors Venice with its stylish shops, locally owned boutiques, artisan cafés, and inventive restaurants. Despite its cool factor, Venice also offers plenty of opportunities for nature, fitness, and community life. Whether it’s catching a sunset by the Venice Canals, biking The Strand, or watching a drum circle gather at the beach, Venice captures a blend of freedom, artistry, and oceanfront authenticity that makes it unlike anywhere else in Los Angeles.
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