🧭 Moving to Los Angeles
Just moved to Manhattan Beach?
Curated by Simir Shah
Who lands here
Families drawn by the beach lifestyle and the local public schools; housing is among the South Bay's priciest.
The vibe
Polished and active: beach volleyball, the pier, the Strand and a busy, walkable downtown.
Schools
Manhattan Beach Unified serves the city, and Mira Costa High also enrolls Hermosa Beach students who choose it. Check MBUSD's School Boundaries map for your address.
Getting around
A car helps, but Beach Cities Transit Line 109 serves the pier and downtown, and Line 102 reaches the K Line in Redondo Beach. The city runs 12 public lots.
Finding your community
Residents get earlier class registration and cheaper pool reservations at Begg Pool. The library is an LA County Library branch. Alert SouthBay is the city's alert system.
Now go explore Manhattan Beach
A friendly orientation, not advice. Neighborhoods, schools and prices change and depend on your exact address — always verify school assignments and lease details directly. New to the area? Start with the New to SoCal hub.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Manhattan Beach a good place for families new to Southern California?
Manhattan Beach is a compact, high-demand Beach City with its own school district, a walkable downtown by the pier and the Strand along the sand. Families drawn by the beach lifestyle and the local public schools; housing is among the South Bay's priciest.
How are the schools in Manhattan Beach?
Manhattan Beach Unified serves the city, and Mira Costa High also enrolls Hermosa Beach students who choose it. Check MBUSD's School Boundaries map for your address.
Do I need a car in Manhattan Beach?
A car helps, but Beach Cities Transit Line 109 serves the pier and downtown, and Line 102 reaches the K Line in Redondo Beach. The city runs 12 public lots.