Mar Vista is a Los Angeles Westside neighborhood with residential streets and commercial corridors near Venice and Culver City.
Living in Mar Vista
Detached houses, bungalows, apartments, and condominiums vary across flatter streets and the Mar Vista hills.
Mar Vista Recreation Center and Venice Boulevard are local landmarks.
Mar Vista is known for its Westside Mid-Century Modern homes in the Mar Vista Tract, a popular Sunday farmers market, and a friendly neighborhood feel. Mar Vista Recreation Center and nearby Venice Boulevard shops anchor daily life.
Getting around
Venice Boulevard has a protected bike lane and bus service, and the I-405 and I-10 are close by. Beaches in Venice and Santa Monica are a short drive west.
A closer look before you choose
Compare routes toward the coast and employment, and review property condition and permit history.
Sources & market notes
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Guide reviewed October 14, 2026. Boundaries and housing vary by block. Population and market figures are dated source snapshots, not live prices or appraisals; periods and coverage may differ between guides. Confirm property condition, commute, insurance, and association rules for a specific address.