Pacific Palisades

Pacific Palisades

Suburban Neighborhood in California

Los Angeles County 90272, 90402

$3,705,808 Average Value
$1,371 Average Price per Sq Ft
96 Homes For Sale

Glamorous cliffside neighborhood near beaches and mountains

Nestled in the coastal foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, Pacific Palisades is known for its low population density, highly rated schools and cliffside homes with spacious yards. This westside neighborhood in the mountains has a secluded, private feel compared to other busy LA neighborhoods like West Hollywood. It also boasts direct access to mountain parks and trails, like Temescal Canyon Park and the newly opened George Wolfberg Park at Potrero Canyon. Michelle Bolotin, a Realtor with Compass in Pacific Palisades, says that the thing that sets the city apart from other LA coastal areas is that it’s in the mountains. “It’s got a beautiful landscape, being right near the ocean and the mountains, whereas Santa Monica, Venice and Marina del Rey are flatter. If you compare it to Malibu, Malibu is great but very remote,” she says. “Pacific Palisades has a lot of really unique, different neighborhoods, but it’s more consolidated. It’s very community-oriented and neighborly. People are friendly here.”

Beautiful coastal homes

Homes-wise, the Palisades feature a variety of midcentury modern ranchers, Spanish Revival mansions, custom-built houses and some historic structures. The neighborhood’s Alphabet Streets community offers living within walking distance of Palisades Village. Its Castellammare area, recognized by its Italian street names atop seaside bluffs, is home to eight-figure estates as well as the Getty Villa Museum. And then there’s Palisades Highlands, which has larger homes, sweeping views and more privacy in the Santa Ynez Canyon. The average home value in Pacific Palisades is a hair under $4 million, though this is skewed somewhat by the neighborhood’s extravagant coastal mansions. The average home size is a little over 3,140 square feet.

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Custom-built homes at Palisades Highlands
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Oceanfront home built into the side of a cliff.
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The Summit is a community with each home having oceanfront views.
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Palisades Charter High and other schools

All of Pacific Palisades’ public schools are chartered through the Los Angeles Unified School District. Depending on their home address, kids can be assigned to several different LA schools. Some kids in Pacific Palisades are assigned to Palisades Charter Elementary School, which has an A-minus grade on Niche, or Paul Revere Charter Middle School, which also has an A-minus grade on the site. Palisades Charter High School has a stellar A-plus grade on Niche and is famous for being the filming location of a number of classic films, including Carrie, Old School and Freaky Friday. There are also several private schools, such as the Village School, an elementary school with around a six-to-one student-teacher ratio.

Will Rogers State Beach and the Getty Villa Museum

When it’s time to go outside, locals can live their wildest “Baywatch” dreams at Will Rogers State Beach. This coastal area was one of the filming locations for the infamous David Hasselhoff movie, and it makes up the southern edge of Pacific Palisades. Parents can take the kids to the playground here or play a volleyball game on one of its courts. On the eastern edge of Pacific Palisades is the Riviera Country Club, the venue for the annual Genesis Invitational hosted by Tiger Woods. For a different kind of cultural experience, check out the Getty Villa Museum, part of a Los Angeles institution. This part of the Getty is a recreation of a Roman villa housing Greek and Roman art, as well as a large courtyard and garden. Situated in the southeast corner of the neighborhood is the Eames House, where guests can tour the interior and grounds of this midcentury modern wonder, used and designed by renowned architects Charles and Ray Eames.

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Wolfberg Park is a great place for daily strolls for staying active.
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The Getty Villa is an educational center and art museum in Pacific Palisades.
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Palisades Village shopping

When residents want to go shopping, they can head over to Palisades Village. This open-air shopping and business area on Sunset Boulevard has coastal architecture that looks like the rest of the community. They can find popular, high-end brands like Sephora and Chanel and some local names like Erewhon Market. There’s also a year-round farmers market and a Gelson’s grocery store for everyday needs. There are also find several banks and salons, all within a few blocks of each other.

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Erewhon Market is an organic produce market.
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Palisades Village is home to many shops and restaurants.
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Sunset Boulevard and the PCH

For commuters or those who just want to enjoy more of Los Angeles’s offerings, Sunset Boulevard and the Pacific Coast Highway connect residents to the rest of LA, Santa Monica and Malibu.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Los Angeles International

36 min drive

Bus

Sunset Wb & Carey Fs

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Sunset Wb & Via De La Paz Fs

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Chautauqua Nb & Sunset Ns

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Sunset Eb & Temescal Cyn Ns

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Sunset & Brooktree

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Sunset Eb & Baylor (Marquez E) Fs

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Sunset & Will Rogers State Park

Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Pacific Palisades US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: CAP Index

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$3,200,000
Median Single Family Price
$4,294,500
Median Townhouse Price
$2,881,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$1,370,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$549,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,371
Number of Homes for Sale
96
Last 12 months Home Sales
267
Months of Supply
4.30
Median List Price
$3,395,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
9,172
Median Year Built
1957
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,100
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,923
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,643
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
801
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

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  • Tuesday, May 21
    11am - 2pm

    867 Galloway St, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272

    $6,195,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 5,166 Sq Ft
    • 867 Galloway St
    • New 2 days ago

    Welcome to this amazing 3-story light filled newer construction in the heart of the Alphabet Streets boasting 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and over 5100 sqft of living space. As you walk past the custom stone archway and into the home, you are serenaded by a stunning waterfall and greeted by a

    Marco Rufo The Agency

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  • Sunday, May 26
    1 - 4pm

    16321 Pacific Coast Hwy Unit 135, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272

    $875,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 16321 Pacific Coast Hwy
    • Unit 135
    • New 5 days ago

    This stunning beach home combines luxury and practicality in a coveted private Pacific Palisades location. From the expansive custom steel deck to the well-designed interiors filled with natural light, every aspect of this home is crafted for comfort and enjoyment. With the added benefits of

    Eva Fairchild Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.

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  • Tuesday, May 21
    11am - 2pm

    460 Sycamore Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90402

    $2,650,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,898 Sq Ft
    • 460 Sycamore Rd
    • New 5 days ago

    Originally built by Dr. Frank Dyer this property has been in the family for over 100 years. Most recently a later generation rebuilt the structure in the 1960's while respecting the oak tree. Located in the heart of Rustic Canyon, in close proximity to Rustic Canyon creek and the public easements

    Frank Langen DPP

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
21,737
Median Age
50
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
24.4%
Population over 65
27.4%
Above the national average
18%

Finances

Median Household Income
$206,946
Significantly above the national average
$70,967
Average Household Income
$206,741

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.6%
College Graduates
77.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
49°F
Average Summer High Temperature
70°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

2 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

5 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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