Why Live In The South Bay?
Thinking about buying a home in the South Bay? The Beach Cities of Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, El Segundo, Long Beach, and their South Bay neighbors of Torrance, and Hawthorne offer homeowners superb quality of life, excellent schools for your children, and close proximity to Los Angeles. The work-life balance in the South Bay is hard to match. You’ll find the Aerospace, Entertainment, Health Care, and Finance industries clustered nearby, and you’ll have your choice of weekends on the beach, or hiking and camping in the nearby mountains and National Forests. There’s something to do for everyone in this area, so Contact Us today for more information on the right spot for you!
Living In The South Bay
When people think about living in Los Angeles they remember tales of smog, over-crowding, droughts, and traffic. To some people the glass will always be half empty. To the rest of us there are some of the most beautiful beaches in the country, strong community bonds in places like Manhattan Beach, great schools and family life, churches of all denominations, and the cultural benefits of a major city. Here’s a bunch of useful information that should get you acquainted with the local area. Schedule an appointment today to talk to one of our local experts.
Manhattan Beach
Manhattan Beach Pier
Located 19 miles southwest of Los Angeles on the southerly end of Santa Monica Bay, Manhattan Beach 3.9 square miles in area, has 2.1 miles of beach front, and 40 acres of recreational park area. With a population just over 33,000 and a median household income over $100 thousand, Manhattan Beach attracts affluent professionals and family-oriented homeowners.
City Of Manhattan Beach – Official city web site for the City of Manhattan Beach.
Manhattan Beach Facts – Physical facts, population information, economic profile, and city governance information.
Demographic Profile – Manhattan Beach Demographic break-out of population, housing, and income / employment.
Manhattan Beach History – Manhattan Beach wasn’t built in a day. Learn the city history before moving in.
Wikipedia Manhattan Beach – No research is complete without referencing Wikipedia…
Manhattan Beach Chamber Of Commerce – Dedicated to promoting a strong local economy and quality of life. If you’re thinking of re-locating your business to Manhattan Beach you should get in touch with the Chamber of Commerce.
Employment Opportunities – Work for the City of Manhattan Beach.
Manhattan Beach Walkability Score – No surprise to anyone who has visited Manhattan Beach, but the City earns a “Very Walkable” rating by www.walkscore.com.
Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach ocean view
Located just south of Manhattan Beach, bordered by Redondo Beach in the East and South, Hermosa beach has a population of around 20,000 people, with maybe that many dogs. Just walk along The Strand on any given day around sunset, and you’ll see plenty of happy people laying out in the sun, playing volleyball, running, walking, skateboarding, walking (or running) their dogs, or riding their bikes. Stretching for 40 blocks north-to-south, and 15 blocks East-to-West, Hermosa is jam-packed with people having fun. Like Manhattan Beach, this Beach City is relatively affluent, with median household income over $80,000, and median family income over $100,000. Check out some of these resources to learn more about Hermosa Beach:
City Of Hermosa Beach – Official Web site of the City of Hermosa Beach. You can check this for everything from facts, news, official info, or jobs with the city
Living In Hermosa Beach – Everything you could want to know about living in Hermosa Beach. This is a must-read for anyone considering relocating to Hermosa Beach!
Find a Job in Hermosa Beach – This page shows job listings for the City of Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach Demography – Demographic profile for the City, including incomes, race and family composition, climate, and local amenities
Wikipedia Hermosa Beach – The online encyclopedia has some great history, demographic info, and statistics on Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce – Re-locating your business to Hermosa Beach, or just interested in the local economy, visit the Chamber of Commerce
Hermosa Beach Walkability Score – How walkable is Hermosa Beach? It turns out that this Beach City is extremely pedestrian friendly
Redondo Beach
Fun in the sun in Redondo Beach
The biggest of the South Bay Beach Cities, Redondo Beach has a population of over 60,000 located in two major sections (North Redondo & South Redondo) East and South of Hermosa Beach. The area’s history dates back to a Conquistador land grant, but today’s Redondo Beach has little in common with the rolling, sheep-grazing barley fields of yore. The modern version has beaches packed with sunbathers, athletes, and weekend warriors running or biking The Strand, and sailors taking their boats out of the marina for relaxing weekends. Redondo has many distinctly unique neighborhoods-most remarkable being the “Riviera Village,” where you have a quaint shopping center with restaurants, cafes, and some nightlife. Check out some of these resources to learn more, but the best way to get a feel for the area is to take a trip out and see for yourself:
City of Redondo Beach – Your first stop to learn more about Redondo Beach is the official City Web site
Living in Redondo Beach – Info on life in Redondo Beach; everything from Light Opera to fun at the Pier
Working in Redondo Beach – General work and business environment, including 10 largest employers
Redondo Beach Demography – Census and demographic information for Redondo Beach
Wikipedia Redondo Beach – Every high school research project starts with Wikipedia, so maybe you should too…
Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce – Doing business in Redondo Beach as an owner, or customer, check out the Chamber
Redondo Beach Walkability Score – Officially more walkable than Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach! This is a great pedestrian city…
