A happening beach town that's perfect for active singles and families.
Home to volleyball players, surfers, and millionaires, Manhattan Beach is a laid-back beach town with plenty of boutiques, dining, and a respectable nightlife. Manhattan Beach Post, Fishing with Dynamite, and Mama D's are just some of the highly rated restaurants here. And the Manhattan Beach Creamery is a great place to grab an ice cream cone for a walk along the pier.
You'll find a mix of condos, single-family houses, and small apartment buildings. Prices rise the closer you get to the water, and homes along the beach can be insanely expensive. Parking near the beach can be a daily struggle, so you'll want a home that includes parking.
This is the perfect neighborhood for people who like to stay active. The Strand, a walking/running path that runs parallel to the sandy beach, is a great place for an after-work run or a sunset stroll. Sand Dune Park features a 100 foot (30 meter) high dune that attracts fitness buffs who run up its slope.
For those who want to get into surfing Manhttan Beach is known for its rolling breaks, which makes it easier to learn than at other nearby beaches. And there are plenty of nets on the sand for a game of volleyball.
Another big draw: the neighborhood has excellent elementary, middle, and high schools.
Manhattan Beach is bordered on the north by El Segundo, on the east by Hawthorne and Redondo Beach, on the south by Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach, and on the west by the Pacific Ocean.
Commute:
Burbank: 31.4 miles / 60-100 minutes by car / 120 minutes by transit
Century City: 14.1 miles / 35-75 minutes by car / 90 minutes by transit
Downtown LA: 20.8 miles / 45-80 minutes by car / 90 minutes by transit
Santa Monica: 16.9 miles / 35-65 minutes by car / 80-90 minutes by transit
Manhattan Beach LOCAL schools
Manhattan Beach Local Flavor 
The 928 feet (283 m) long pier is a favorite place for locals and tourists walking along the beach and attracts fishermen as well.
A charming, nostalgic little breakfast spot that fits right in with the relaxed downtown beach atmosphere.
Formerly a post office and now one of the best restaurants in Manhattan Beach, this place is headed up by a Michelin–starred chef and offers a rustic menu built to be shared.
The local comic book shop carries all the mainstream titles, with a large selection of independents.
With a coveted spot right on Manhattan's Strand boardwalk, this restaurant offers great food and drinks and the best spot to watch the sun set over the Pacific.
This cute ice cream shop serves up ice ceam (obviously), but also fresh-baked cookies, French macarons, chocolate dipped treats, candy apples, and amazing ice cream sandwiches.
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