Los Angeles neighborhood guide
Venice
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How it scores overall
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Venice is a dense, walkable neighborhood on LA's westside where you can handle most daily errands on foot. It ranks 8th for walkability among LA neighborhoods, well above the median. The area has strong restaurant and coffee density, with places like NIGHT + MARKET Sahm and Intelligentsia Coffee within a short walk, plus multiple grocery options including Ralphs, Whole Foods Market, and Erewhon.
The median rent is about $2,711, which ranks 98th of 114 LA neighborhoods (notably pricier than the LA average of about $1,944). Air quality is moderate with some diesel PM exposure, and traffic is above average for the city, though both fall near the middle of LA's range. Tree cover is very limited at about 5.8 percent, so expect a predominantly concrete streetscape.
Living here
Day-to-day life is car-light if you work or spend time locally. You have about 12 restaurants, 3 coffee shops, and 1 or 2 grocery stores within a short walk, along with several fitness options like Barry's, Love Yoga, and StretchLab. Parks like Admiralty Park, Nowita Triangle, and Marco Place Parkway are nearby, though tree cover is sparse.
Transit access is minimal (ranking 36th of 114), so owning a car is strongly recommended if you need to travel across LA. Expect above-average traffic and some air quality tradeoffs living this close to major corridors.
Who it's for
Venice works for renters who spend most of their time locally or in nearby westside areas, have or are willing to get a car, and prioritize walkable retail and restaurant density over green space and transit connections. It's less suited for people who rely on public transit, work far from the beach, or want a quieter, tree-lined residential feel.
Environment & livability
Air quality: moderate diesel PM exposure for California.
Above the state median, linked to mild long-term respiratory risk in some studies. Worth considering for sensitive households.
Traffic exposure: above-average traffic corridor exposure.
Higher traffic proximity correlates with elevated noise, diesel emissions, and reduced pedestrian comfort on nearby streets.
Tree cover: very limited tree cover, predominantly concrete.
Low canopy areas tend to run hotter and feel more exposed. Research links tree cover to lower ambient temperatures and improved pedestrian comfort.
Walkability: most daily errands can be done on foot.
High intersection density and destination access. The kind of area where a car is optional for daily life.
Transit: minimal transit access, car strongly recommended.
Very infrequent or no meaningful transit nearby. Car dependency is high in this area.
Environmental data from CalEnviroScreen 4.0 and the EPA Smart Location Database. Informational only, not professional advice for a housing decision.
Around Venice
Ralphs · Smart & Final Extra! · Erewhon · Whole Foods Market
Noun · Starbucks · Intelligentsia Coffee · Kreation Organic
Wendy's Donuts · IHOP · NIGHT + MARKET Sahm · Nueva
Admiralty Park · Nowita Triangle · Marco Place Parkway · Marco Triangle
Love Yoga · Barry's · StretchLab · Suavecito Boxing
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199 apartments available in Venice
Median asking rent $4,595/mo, starting at $1,498/mo.
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How walkable is Venice?+
Venice ranks 8th of 114 LA neighborhoods for walkability, well above average. Most daily errands can be done on foot, and you have good density of restaurants, coffee, and grocery stores nearby. However, you'll still need a car for trips across the city.
Is transit reliable in Venice?+
No. Venice ranks 36th of 114 for transit access, with minimal service. A car is strongly recommended if you work outside the immediate area or need to travel regularly across LA.
How much does it cost to rent in Venice?+
Median rent is about $2,711, placing Venice in the top 2 percent most expensive of LA neighborhoods. Current active listings range from about $1,498 to $4,595, with a median around $4,595 for available units.
What's the air quality and traffic like?+
Air quality is moderate with some diesel PM exposure, and traffic is above average for LA, though both are roughly in the middle of the city's range. You're close to major corridors, so expect consistent congestion and noise.
Is Venice walkable?+
Venice ranks #8 of 114 LA neighborhoods for walkability. In practice, most daily errands can be done on foot.
What is the average rent in Venice?+
Typical rent in Venice is around $2,711 per month based on Census (ACS) data. Among 199 current listings on Saktoo, the median asking rent is $4,595.
How is the air quality in Venice?+
Venice has moderate diesel PM exposure for California, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 54 of 100, lower is cleaner).
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Venice?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Venice are West Los Angeles, Beverly Grove, Pico-Robertson and Century City.
How many apartments are available in Venice?+
Saktoo currently tracks 199 active listings in Venice, starting at $1,498 per month.