Neighborhood Guide
Living in Pacific Palisades
Nestled between the Santa Monica Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Pacific Palisades occupies one of the most coveted geographic positions in all of Los Angeles. The community feels removed from the city in the best possible way -- winding canyon roads give way to ridgetop estates with sweeping ocean views, while the charming village center along Sunset Boulevard offers the kind of small-town warmth that is increasingly rare on the Westside.
The homes here range from classic ranch-style residences built in the 1950s and 60s to ambitious new constructions perched on hillsides with walls of glass oriented toward the sea. Architectural variety is one of the neighborhood's hallmarks: mid-century modern gems sit alongside Mediterranean villas and contemporary showcases designed by internationally recognized architects. Many properties include generous lots, mature landscaping, and the kind of privacy that is virtually impossible to find closer to the city center.
Families are drawn to the Palisades for its exceptional schools, safe streets, and strong sense of community. The annual Fourth of July parade -- a beloved tradition since 1946 -- captures the neighborhood's spirit perfectly: patriotic, neighborly, and deeply rooted. For those who value both natural beauty and refined living, Pacific Palisades offers a lifestyle that is genuinely hard to replicate.
$3.5M
Median Sale Price
$1,180
Price / Sq Ft
40
Avg Days on Market
+4.5%
Year-Over-Year
Market Activity
- Active Listings
- 45
- Sold Last 90 Days
- 34
- List-to-Sale Ratio
- 97.6%
- Inventory (Months)
- 2.9
Schools & Financials
- Elementary
- Palisades Elementary
- Middle
- Paul Revere Middle
- High School
- Palisades Charter High
- District
- Los Angeles USD
- Zip Code
- 90272
- County
- Los Angeles
- Annual Tax (Median)
- $36,750
- Tax Year
- 2026
- HOA (Typical)
- $0 – $400 / mo
The Lifestyle
What Makes Pacific Palisades Special
Dining & Entertainment
The Palisades Village -- a thoughtfully designed open-air shopping and dining destination -- has become the neighborhood's social anchor. With Bay Theatre for independent cinema, Draycott for refined yet relaxed dining, and a curated collection of boutiques, it offers a self-contained village experience. Along Sunset Boulevard, long-standing favorites like Palisades Garden Cafe and Vittorio's coexist with newer arrivals, providing a dining scene that is intimate and consistently excellent.
Outdoor Activities
The natural setting is unmatched. Temescal Gateway Park offers trails that wind through chaparral and oak groves with panoramic ocean views. Will Rogers State Historic Park provides riding trails and polo fields, while Will Rogers State Beach stretches below the bluffs with some of the cleanest sand on the coast. The Santa Ynez Canyon trail leads to a seasonal waterfall -- a hidden treasure just minutes from the village.
Community Vibe
Pacific Palisades is, at its core, a family-oriented community with an uncommonly strong civic identity. Parents volunteer at the schools, neighbors attend the same farmers markets and Little League games, and the Fourth of July parade draws the entire community to the streets. It is the kind of place where people put down roots and stay for decades, building relationships that define the neighborhood's enduring warmth.
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