Los Angeles metro, CA relocation guide
Moving to Redondo Beach, CA
About Redondo Beach
Redondo Beach is a South Bay beach city of about 71,900 people (2020 census), incorporated in 1892 and known for its historic Municipal Pier, King Harbor marina, and the Riviera Village commercial district along the coast (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026). It splits into two identities: North Redondo, with its quieter beach homes and the Artesia Blvd corridor, and South Redondo, with the pier, marina, Esplanade bluff-top homes, and the working harbor. Torrance State Beach and the Redondo Breakwall surfing spot are local anchors.
Home prices in Redondo Beach
The median listing price in Redondo Beach is $1.6M.
Top places in Redondo Beach
- Redondo Beach Pier — seafood stands, arcade, sport-fishing landings.
- King Harbor and the marina promenade.
- Riviera Village — village-style shopping and dining near the Esplanade.
- Torrance State Beach (Redondo end) and the breakwall surf spot.
- Veterans Park and the Esplanade bluff walk.
- Wilderness Park in the Hollywood Riviera hills.
- Dominguez Park and the North Redondo sports complex.
- South Bay Galleria and the Artesia Blvd corridor.
Commuting from Redondo Beach
- Freeways: I-405 runs just east; CA-107/Hawthorne Blvd and Artesia Blvd cross the city; the I-105 freeway begins in nearby El Segundo.
- Transit: Metro C Line stations nearby in Redondo Beach/El Segundo; Beach Cities Transit and GTrans buses.
- Approximate drive to downtown Los Angeles: ~30–45 minutes depending on traffic (approximate; ~20 miles). LAX is approximate ~15–25 minutes north.
Schools in Redondo Beach
Public schools: Redondo Beach 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.
Redondo Beach FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Redondo Beach, CA?
The median listing price in Redondo Beach is $1.6M. Median listing home price (facts panel on Realtor.com city page; page itself could not be read directly) · Realtor.com · 2026-09-24 - How is the commute from Redondo Beach, CA?
Freeways: I-405 runs just east; CA-107/Hawthorne Blvd and Artesia Blvd cross the city; the I-105 freeway begins in nearby El Segundo. - Which school district serves Redondo Beach, CA?
Redondo Beach is served by Redondo Beach Unified School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.