Renting in Mar Vista, Los Angeles

Mar Vista, Los Angeles is a neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA. 23 rentals are currently available here on EMLAKIE — EMLAKIE adds no broker fee of its own.

Mar Vista is a quiet, mostly residential Westside neighborhood tucked between Culver City, Venice, and Palms — close enough to the beach and the Silicon Beach tech corridor to be convenient, without Venice or Santa Monica's tourist density or price premium. It's known for its mid-century architecture, a well-loved Sunday farmers market, and easy freeway and bike access across the Westside.

Avg. Rent

$7,303/mo

Listings

23

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View 2 Bed / 1 Bath Apartment — Barrington Ave, Los Angeles — $2,495/mo in Los Angeles, CA

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$2,495/mo

Apartment

Est. $2,375/mo · E-rent Value™

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Wheelchair accessibility is listed among the features.

2 bd1 ba800 sqft

3745 S Barrington Ave #10Los Angeles, CA

5.0Pet-friendlyParkingWheelchair accessible

View 1 Bed / 1 Bath Apartment — Barrington Ave, Los Angeles — $2,095/mo in Los Angeles, CA

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$2,095/mo

Apartment

Est. $2,100/mo · E-rent Value™

Why you'll like it

Gated access is listed among the amenities.

1 bd1 ba800 sqft

3745 S Barrington Ave #19Los Angeles, CA

5.0Pet-friendlyParkingGated access

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Mid-Century Architecture

The Mar Vista Tract, a set of Gregory Ain-designed mid-century modern homes from the early 1950s, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and draws design-minded renters and buyers alike.

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Farmers Market

The Mar Vista Farmers Market runs every Sunday and is one of the more established weekly markets on the Westside.

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Ballona Creek Bike Path

The Ballona Creek bike path runs along the neighborhood's southern edge, offering a car-free route toward Culver City and the beach.

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Silicon Beach Proximity

Mar Vista sits a short drive from the Playa Vista/Marina del Rey tech corridor (Google, Snap, and other tech offices), making it a popular choice for tech commuters who want lower density than Venice.

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Beach Access

Venice and Santa Monica beaches are roughly a 10-15 minute drive, making Mar Vista a common pick for renters who want beach proximity without beachfront pricing.

Renter Tips for Mar Vista, Los Angeles

Mar Vista's housing stock is a mix of single-family homes, small mid-century apartment buildings, and newer construction — expect more variation in price and unit type block to block than in a denser neighborhood. Streets closer to Venice Blvd and Centinela Ave carry more traffic noise; the residential interior streets are quieter. If beach access matters most, confirm actual drive or bike time to Venice/Santa Monica rather than assuming based on the map, since Westside traffic patterns vary a lot by time of day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mar Vista close to the beach?

Mar Vista is inland, not beachfront — Venice and Santa Monica beaches are typically a 10-15 minute drive or a longer bike ride via the Ballona Creek path, depending on traffic.

What is Mar Vista known for?

Mar Vista is best known for its Gregory Ain-designed mid-century modern housing tract (listed on the National Register of Historic Places), its long-running Sunday farmers market, and its quieter, more residential character relative to neighboring Venice.

Is Mar Vista a good option for tech commuters?

Yes — it's a common choice for renters working in the Playa Vista/Marina del Rey tech corridor, offering a shorter commute than many other Westside neighborhoods along with quieter, more residential streets.

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