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Venice, CA
Venice · Los Angeles County · CA 90291
Updated June 24, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Venice, Los Angeles
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Verdict
$2.0M
Median Price
46/100
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
DWalkability
46/100
WYLT Score49/100
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
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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