Playa Vista

Playa Vista is a neighborhood located in the Westside region of Los Angeles, California. It is known for being a planned community, with a mix of residential, commercial, and retail areas. The neighborhood is also home to the campus of Loyola Marymount University. The area has a relatively high cost of living and home prices are high compared to other areas of Los Angeles. This area is considered a great place to live for several reasons. The presence of technology and media companies in the area means that there are many job opportunities for people working in those fields. Additionally, Playa Vista is known for its walkable and bike-friendly streets, which makes it easy to get around without a car, and the area is relatively safe, with low crime rates. Overall, Playa Vista is a highly desirable place to live, due to its location, amenities, job opportunities, and sense of community.

  • Playa Vista is known as the "Silicon Beach" because of the many technology and media companies that are located in the area.
  • Playa Vista was the location of the Howard Hughes' "Spruce Goose" hangar, which is now the site of the Runway at Playa Vista, an outdoor shopping and dining destination.
  • Playa Vista also has a number of parks, such as the Ballona Wetlands, a protected wetland ecosystem, and the Concert Park, which hosts concerts and events throughout the year.
  • In the past, Playa Vista was the site of the Hughes Aircraft Company and was used for aircraft manufacturing and testing during WWII.
  • Playa Vista has a significant wildlife habitat, including rare bird species such as the Belding's Savannah Sparrow, the Least Bell's vireo, and the California gnatcatcher.

The area has become a popular spot for filming movies, commercials and TV shows, thanks to its diverse architecture, greenery, and views of the ocean. Here are just some that have been filmed in the area:

  • "The Social Network" (2010) - scenes of the Facebook headquarters were filmed at the Google Campus in Playa Vista.
  • "The Aviator" (2004) - Howard Hughes' airplane hanger in Playa Vista was used as a filming location.
  • "I Love You, Man" (2009) - scenes of the characters' houses and streets were filmed in Playa Vista.
  • "The 40-Year-Old Virgin" (2005) - scenes were filmed at the Runway at Playa Vista shopping center.
  • "The Fast and the Furious" (2001) - scenes of the street race were filmed in Playa Vista.
  • "Iron Man" (2008) - the Lockheed Martin Skunk Works facility in Playa Vista was used as the location for Stark Industries.
  • "The Big Lebowski" (1998) - scenes were filmed at the Loyola Marymount University campus in Playa Vista.
  • "The Terminator" (1984) - scenes were filmed in the streets of Playa Vista.

 

Overall, Playa Vista offers something for everyone, whether you're looking for outdoor activities, shopping, entertainment or a place to relax and enjoy the beautiful California weather.

 

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Overview for Playa Vista, CA

21,950 people live in Playa Vista, where the median age is 37 and the average individual income is $74,630.76. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,950

Total Population

37 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$74,630.76

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Playa Vista, CA

Playa Vista has 8,384 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Playa Vista do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21,950 people call Playa Vista home. The population density is 10,944.66 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,950

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37

Median Age

47.23 / 52.77%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
8,384

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$74,630.76

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Playa Vista, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Playa Vista. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Westside Neighborhood School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Playa del Rey Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Animo Westside Charter Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
2/5

Around Playa Vista, CA

There's plenty to do around Playa Vista, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

74
Very Walkable
Walking Score
82
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
45
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Los Jambados, Sumptuous, and GRAVITĀS Love Coaching.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.29 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.32 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.11 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.5 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.11 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.93 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

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