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Culver City is mostly surrounded by the city of Los Angeles, including Playa Vista, but also has a border with unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.
Since the 1920s, Culver City has been a significant center for motion picture and later television production, in part because it was the home of MGM Studios. It also was the headquarters for the Hughes Aircraft Company from the 1930s to the 1980s. National Public Radio West and Sony Pictures Entertainment now have headquarters in the city.
In the last five years Culver City has seen huge transformations of its downtown district, Washington Boulevard between Overland Avenue and Venice Boulevard. Culver City was one of the first cities in the country to offer high speed wireless access in its whole downtown area. In addition to this the city has also made numerous improvements to infrastructure around downtown and the city as a whole. This has led it to be a very well respected community just east of the beach areas of Venice and Marina Del Rey. Culver City continues to offer affordable homes for the first time home buyer, and is arguably one of the best neighborhoods for getting the most bang for your buck. Washington Boulevard is lined with great restaurants, and a beautiful mix of historic buildings and modern ones alike that have attracted numerous nationally recognized stores and restaurants. The “downtown” area also has a vibrant nightlife with many people walking the streets and dining at outdoor cafes.
Culver City still has room to grow as its outer boundary to the east is Fairfax Avenue. Many people do not associate this area with Culver City as Fairfax is generally seen as part of Los Angeles. The city has begun to make improvements to the streets in this area as well and the difference is starting to be seen in the neighborhood as homeowners are making improvements and new tenants are beginning to move into the commercial area.
For years Culver City had flown under the radar of most in Los Angeles, but only now is gaining notoriety. This has led to recent property price increases and a surge of people wanting to live there.
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WHY CULVER CITY REAL ESTATE |
2007 Median Prices (Active Homes)
. Culver City Homes For Sale- $779,000
. Culver City Condos For Sale- $492,000
2007 Entry Level Prices
. Condos For Sale- $300,000
. Homes For Sale- $450,000 |
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Real Estate in Culver City simply put is one of the best values in the Los Angeles area. Culver City has invested a great deal in new infrastructure and beautification and continues to do so. The “downtown” area has many great restaurants, wine bars, a movie theater, and many night-time hangouts. The average home price in Culver City for the month ending March 2007, was only $753,000. Compared to other nearby areas and taking into consideration all that Culver City has to offer, this is truly one of the best values in Los Angeles. It shouldn’t be long before everyone catches wind of the area and the median home price approaches $1,000,000.
Culver City has a large variety of real estate available for buyers looking to call it home. The “Culver Crest” area, offers many beautiful homes for sale with unbelievable views of the city. This area is located just east of Overland Avenue south of Jefferson.
The “Sunkist Park” area has many affordable traditional single family homes on quiet tree lined streets. Homes in this area will greatly benefit from the Playa Vista development which is scheduled to begin construction in early 2007. The development is located just minutes away to the west, and this pocket of homes will be one of the closest to all the amenities it will offer.
The most popular area of Culver City is the area known as “Studio Village”, which is located just to the south of the “downtown” area on Washington Boulevard. This area has many wide tree lined streets which are just a short walk from all the activity in downtown. This area has a wide range of homes from traditional single family, large modern Mediterranean, and even multi-family properties consisting of duplexes up to 4 units. Real estate prices in this area are slightly higher than in other parts of the city but are still very affordable in terms of what the location has to offer.
Overall, Culver City is a city which has made many improvements in infrastructure and generally beautifying the city. It also offers wonderful weather year round, often avoiding the “June gloom” (overcast days often found in other nearby cities) which haunts other cities such as Santa Monica in early summer.The city also has a solid job base with many studios calling it home and traditional offices to the south. All of these things are what make up Culver City and continue to bring new residents as they uncover this Westside gem.
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CULVER CITY AMENITIES |
Culver City has plenty of facilities for families and individuals of all ages. Below are the details of local amenities, please click on any of the links below to get more details on each.
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CULVER CITY Housing and Demographic Statistics derived from U.S. Census data: |
| Housing Characteristics 2005 |
Estimate |
Total housing units
UNITS IN STRUCTURE
1-unit, detached
1-unit, attached
2 units
3 or 4 units
5 to 9 units
10 to 19 units
20 or more units
Mobile home
Boat, RV, van, etc.
YEAR STRUCTURE BUILT
1999 to March 2000
1995 to 1998
1990 to 1994
1980 to 1989
1970 to 1979
1969 or earlier
ROOMS
1 room
2 rooms
3 rooms
4 rooms
5 rooms
6 rooms
7 rooms
8 rooms
9 rooms or more
Median (rooms)
Occupied Housing Units
YEAR HOUSEHOLDER MOVED INTO UNIT
1999 to March 2000
1995 to 1998
1990 to 1994
1980 to 1989
1970 to 1979
1969 or earlier
Specified owner-occupied units
VALUE
Less than $50,000
$50,000 to $99,999
$100,000 to $149,999
$150,000 to $199,999
$200,000 to $299,999
$300,000 to $499,999
$500,000 to $999,999
$1,000,000 or more
Median (dollars)
Specified renter-occupied units
GROSS RENT
Less than $200
$200 to $299
$300 to $499
$500 to $749
$750 to $999
$1,000 to $1,499
$1,500 or more
No cash rent
Median (dollars)
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17,130
6,605
1,903
767
1,534
1,109
862
4,169
181
0
234
235
876
4,181
2,551
8,893
823
1,632
2,868
3,676
3,591
2,688
1,264
367
221
4.4
16,611
2,818
4,670
2,789
2,804
2,092
1,438
6,151
79
17
162
516
2,040
2,926
402
9
311,100
7,578
140
113
399
1,645
2,676
2,002
439
164
887
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| Demographic Characteristics 2005 |
Estimate |
Total population
SEX AND AGE
Male
Female
Under 5 years
5 to 9 years
10 to 14 years
15 to 19 years
20 to 24 years
25 to 34 years
35 to 44 years
45 to 54 years
55 to 59 years
60 to 64 years
65 to 74 years
75 to 84 years
85 years and over
Median age (years)
18 years and over
Male
Female
21 years and over
62 years and over
65 years and over
Male
Female
HOUSEHOLDS BY TYPE
Total households
Family households (families)
With own children under 18 years
Married-couple family
With own children under 18 years
Female householder, no husband present
With own children under 18 years
Nonfamily households
Householder living alone
Householder 65 years and over
Households with individuals under 18 years
Households with individuals 65 years and over
Average household size
Average family size
HOUSING OCCUPANCY
Total housing units
Occupied housing units
Vacant housing units
For seasonal, recreational, or occasional use
Homeowner vacancy rate (percent)
Rental vacancy rate (percent)
HOUSING TENURE
Occupied housing units
Owner-occupied housing units
Renter-occupied housing units
Average household size of owner-occupied unit
Average household size of renter-occupied unit
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38,816
18,117
20,699
2,129
2,416
2,284
1,939
1,898
5,858
7,072
6,129
2,108
1,593
2,707
2,009
674
39.1
30,720
13,907
16,813
29,701
6,316
5,390
2,146
3,244
16,611
9,513
4,343
6,782
2,949
2,129
1,149
7,098
5,727
1,544
4716
3822
2.31
3.02
17,130
16,611
519
42
1.2
2.1
16,611
9034
7577
2.34
2.26
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CULVER CITY AMENITY DIRECTORY |
Restaurants:
Culver City has over 150+ restaurants to choose from. |
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Movie Theatres:
Currently there are 2 movie theatres in Culver City. |
Pacific Culver Stadium 12
9500 Culver Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 360-9565
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Mann Culver Plaza
Washington Boulevard At Hughes Avenue, Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 841-2993
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Hospitals:
Culver City has no major hospital serving it, but has 29 other specialized medical centers.
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Emergency Services:
Culver City is served by its own Police and Fire Departments. |
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Culver City City - Police Department
4040 Duquesne Avenue, Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 837-1221
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Culver City City - Fire Department
9770 Culver Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 253-5900
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Post Office:
Santa Monica has 2 USPS post offices |
Post Office - Gateway
9942 Culver Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 204-0843
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Post Office - Culver City
11111 Jefferson Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 391-2704
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Major Supermarkets:
Culver City is served by 7 major supermarkets and many other specialty food stores. |
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Ralphs Grocery Company - Store 86
3827 Culver Centre, Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 558-4026
Trader Joe's
9290 Culver Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 202-1108
Jackson Market
4065 Jackson Avenue, Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 837-2967
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Albertson's Food & Drug
5750 Mesmer Avenue, Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 390-2373
Pavilions
Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 398-8044
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Major Shopping Malls
Culver City has a 1 shopping mall serving it |
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Fox Hills Mall
294 Fox Hills Mall, Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 390-5073
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Schools/CollegesCulver City has its own school district, Culver City Unified School District. It has five elementary schools, a middle school, two high schools (regular and continuation), a Community Day School, an Office of Child Development, and an Adult School. |
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Elementary Schools:
5 elementary schools serve Culver City covering grades K-5 |
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Culver City Unified School District - LA Ballona Elementary
10915 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 842-4334
Culver City Unified School District - Farragut Elementary
10820 Farragut Drive, Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 842-4323
Culver City Unified School District - El Rincon Elementary, El Rincon Elementary School, Schools
11177 Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 842-4340
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Culver City Unified School District - Howe Elementary
4100 Irving Place, Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 842-4338
Culver City Unified School District - El Marino Elementary
11450 Port Road, Culver City, CA 90230
(310) 842-4241
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Middle Schools:
1 middle schools serve Culver City covering grades 6-8: |
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Culver City Unified School District: Culver City Middle School
5303 Berryman Ave, Culver City, 90230
(310) 842-4200
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High Schools:
1 high school serves Culver City covering grades 9-12: |
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Culver City High School
4401 Elenda St, Culver City, 90230
(310) 842-4200
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Colleges/Unversities:
Culver City doesn't have any colleges or universities. |
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Banks:
Culver City has 25+ banks serving it. |
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