LIVE IN BEAUTIFUL DEL REY.

Living in the Del Rey neighborhood—a residential enclave on the eastern edge of Marina del Rey—offers the best of both worlds: quiet, suburban-style living with quick access to the beach, tech hubs, and cultural hotspots. Sometimes overlooked compared to the glitz of the Marina Peninsula or Venice, Del Rey is underrated, practical, and on the rise, making it an appealing choice for families, professionals, and investors alike.

Del Rey.

“Siting on the eastern edge of MDR, Del Rey is known for its beautiful tree-lined streets and traditional neighborhood feel.”

- Laura Kellam | Real Estate Specialist

Why Live Here.

Known for quiet, tree-lined streets and a more traditional neighborhood feel. Less dense and more peaceful than the beachfront. Includes single-family homes (many recently renovated or rebuilt), small-lot developments and duplexes and townhomes.

What to Love.

There’s a lot to love about living in Del Rey—the neighborhood on the eastern edge of Marina del Rey that quietly offers some of the best livability on LA’s Westside. While it may not have the flashy beachfront of Venice or the yacht clubs of the Marina, Del Rey delivers everyday comfort, community, and convenience in a big way.

Advice for Buyers / Sellers

Buyers:

Get pre-approved, move quickly, and expect to offer near asking — A great option for young families, first-time buyers, or anyone who prefers a relaxed home base. A smart play for those looking to build equity or create passive income. Live near everything—without living in the middle of the tourist zones.

Sellers:

Properties in Del Rey hold strong potential for long-term appreciation and rental income. Ideal for tech employees, freelancers, or studio workers who want to invest in the convenience of living in Del Rey close to Silicon Beach, tech startups, media companies, and design studios.

FAQs

Del Rey is surrounded on the northwest, north, northeast and east by Culver City, on the southeast by Playa Vista, on the southwest and west by Marina del Rey and on the northwest by Venice.
Within it lie a police station, the largest public housing complex on the Westside, a public middle school and six public elementary schools.
Del Rey is more of a local beach place; it’s peaceful with ocean views and fresh air, and people live here for the waterfront lifestyle.
Del Rey offers a quieter, residential feel with bike paths, Ballona Creek access, and mostly modest homes and apartments.
Close to Silicon Beach, Del Rey is a tight market with limited activity and low inventory. Silicon Beach encompasses the following tech hubs: Santa Monica, Venice, Marina del Rey, Playa Vista, Playa del Rey, El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach and parts of Culver City.
While much of the U.S. housing market softens, California continues to hold steady in many of its markets, thanks to strong demand and persistent home price resilience.
If you’re looking to buy in Del Rey, be prepared for stiff competition. Homes might go under contract quickly, and inventory scarcity can push prices up despite listed values.
If you're seeking to sell your property in Del Rey, favorable market conditions remain—but be mindful that price spikes can overstate true demand if based on few transactions.