Moving to Malibu, CA

About Malibu

Malibu is the famed 21-mile stretch of coastline west of Los Angeles, home to about 10,654 residents at the 2020 census (per Census QuickFacts, read September 24, 2026). Synonymous with celebrity beach houses, Malibu offers the Malibu Pier, the Getty Villa, surf breaks like Zuma and Surfrider Beach, and hillside estates above Pacific Coast Highway. Malibu was severely affected by recent wildfires; some areas remain in rebuilding phases, which can affect individual listings.

Home prices in Malibu

The median listing price in Malibu is $3.3M.

Top places in Malibu

• The Malibu Pier (shown below).
• Zuma Beach and Surfrider Beach.
• The Getty Villa — ancient art museum at the eastern edge.
• Malibu Country Mart — shopping along the coast.
• Colorful lifeguard towers on Malibu Beach (shown below).

Commuting from Malibu

• Approximate drive to downtown Los Angeles (about 35 miles): ~45–75 minutes off-peak via Pacific Coast Highway (SR-1) to I-10; peak-hour commutes run 90+ minutes.
• PCH is the only direct route, making Malibu commutes highly traffic- and condition-dependent.

Schools in Malibu

Public schools: Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.

Malibu FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Malibu, CA?
  The median listing price in Malibu is $3.3M. 634–637 active listings, $1.6k/sq. ft., 96 median days on market, $20k median rent · Realtor.com · 2026-09-25
• How is the commute from Malibu, CA?
  Approximate drive to downtown Los Angeles (about 35 miles): ~45–75 minutes off-peak via Pacific Coast Highway (SR-1) to I-10; peak-hour commutes run 90+ minutes.
• Which school district serves Malibu, CA?
  Malibu is served by Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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