An Oceanside Pearl With Added Polish
Most of the activity is centered around the walkable waterfront slope of Manhattan Beach Boulevard, with additional shops and an increasingly essential dining scene trailing along Manhattan Avenue as well. Head down to the beach for countless volleyball nets, the Manhattan Beach Pier and the Strand, the bike and walking path that traces the shoreline.
Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway or an easy oceanfront destination near the airport, you’ll find plenty of worthwhile restaurants, bars, shops, hotels, and attractions in our guide to Manhattan Beach.
In its earliest days, Manhattan Beach was part of the ten-mile ocean frontage of Rancho Sausal Redondo, which means "Round Clump of Willows." At one time the area was called "Shore Acres" by George Peck, who owned a section of the north end of town.
After World War II a large influx of people came as a result of the desirability of the area for year-round living. Servicemen visiting during the war returned to live here. The development of the defense industry brought many people to the South Bay to reside and work. Much of the land east of Sepulveda was developed to house the influx of people.
Upscale beachy vibes: With its famous Strand and pier, Manhattan Beach is the quintessential oceanside living experience, for those who can afford it.
Spot a sports star: Lakers Coach Luke Walton, Kings goalie Jonathan Quick, and volleyball Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings are just a few of the pro athletes who call Manhattan Beach home.
Fine dining: The seafood joints are as good as you would expect from a beach town, but the culinary scene goes well beyond the catch of the day.
When it comes to hitting the beaches of Los Angeles, many first-timers head straight to Santa Monica or Venice. But for those who want a more laid-back vibe, Manhattan Beach is the perfect coastal enclave.
• Sacred and Malaga Coves
Locals shop for apparel at the new VILLAGE SHOPS - COMPLETION 2021
At the heart of the Manhattan Village redevelopment is a 53,300-square-foot expansion called the Village Shops. The Village Shops will consist of curated open-air dining and retail space with a modern luxury feel that is Manhattan Beach. An open-air Plaza will create a place for people to gather, socialize and experience coastal living at its best.
• Manhattan Beach Preschool (Pre-k)
34,584 people live in Manhattan Beach, where the median age is 43.4 and the average individual income is $113,441. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Manhattan Beach, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including M & B Produce, Intellivision Productions, and Theweek Com.
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| Dining | 0.13 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.6 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.96 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.06 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.13 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.31 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.51 miles | 2 reviews | 3.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.52 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.53 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.9 miles | 2 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.27 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.05 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.13 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.22 miles | 1 review | 1/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.36 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.36 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.36 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.39 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.62 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.72 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Manhattan Beach has 13,323 households, with an average household size of 2.59. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Manhattan Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 34,584 people call Manhattan Beach home. The population density is 8,543 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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