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Mar Vista

History of Mar Vista

If you’re looking for an apartment on the Westside of Los Angeles, consider Mar Vista.It’s cooled by ocean breezes, so the temperature is moderate. Mar Vista's name means “sea view” in Spanish, but with the exception of the hilly area near Santa Monica, it is hard to see the Pacificfrom any other point in the neighborhood which averages 72 feet in elevation.

Mar Vista became part of the city of Los Angeles in 1927 back when the land was mostly lima bean fields which could be dry farmed.

Description of Mar Vista

Mar Vista is minutes from Venice Beach with ready access to downtown LA on the Santa Monica freeway.

Mar Vista runs north and south from Washington Blvd. to Pico Blvd. and east and west from Walgrove Ave. to Overland Ave.
 

Residents of Mar Vista

The population of Mar Vista is 35,000 It’s 52% White, 29% Latino, 13% Asian, and 4% Black with a median household income of $62,611. The median age is 35.

Rentals in Mar Vista

In Mar Vista, you’ll find single family homes to rent. The Gregory Ain Mar Vista Tract has been designated a Historic Preservation Zone by the city of Los Angeles for its collection of well preserved homes built in the aftermath of WW II.
 
The neighborhood is about 60% apartment dwellers. It’s popular with UCLA students because of student housing as well as an easy commute to the nearby Westwood campus. Westwood is also a great place to catch first run movies at its numerous theaters.

Fun Things to do in Mar Vista

The Mar Vista Recreation Center is open to the public at 11430 Woodbine Ave. It includes, barbecue pits, a baseball diamond, basketball courts, children’s play area, gym, picnic tables, roller hockey rink and lighted tennis and volleyball courts.
 
The Mar Vista farmers Market is only four years old but has become a Sunday staple between 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Grandview Ave. and Venice Blvd.
 
One of the most fun restaurants in the city is Zabumba which is busy late into the night with Brazilian music, a full bar and food. It’s a great place to watch World Cup soccer, but it’s a good idea to be rooting for Brazil. Zabumba is at 10717 Venice Blvd. Call 310-841-6525 for reservations.
 
Another eatery worth visiting is House of Thai Taste just up the street at 12824 Venice Blvd., 310-915-0123. The restaurant offers traditional Thai fare including extensive vegetarian offers. Be sure to look for the portrait of Elvis in Thailand.