Venice, Venice CA — neighborhood review

Venice, CA

Venice · Los Angeles County · CA 90291

Updated August 7, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$2.0M

Median Price

90/100

Walk Score

5/10

Schools

25 min

to Downtown Los Angeles

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
AWalkability
90/100
WYLT Score56/100

Our Take

Venice offers beach vibes and a high‑quality school scene, but the cost of living is sky‑high and walkability is poor. It’s a great spot for creatives and high earners who can afford the price, but families and commuters may find it too pricey and noisy.

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The Good

  • Prime beachfront location
  • Top‑rated schools
  • Low flood risk
  • Strong cultural scene

Real Talk

  • !High home and rent prices limit affordability
  • !Traffic and congestion make commuting difficult
  • !Noise and crowds especially during peak tourist season
  • !Crime can be a concern in certain areas
  • $High property taxes and insurance
  • $HOA fees in many condos
  • $Maintenance costs for beachfront properties

Best For

Beach loversCreative professionalsHigh‑earning commutersStudents

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh

Crime & Safety

Venice, CA

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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