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Geography & Population

One of the most low-key, yet affluent areas of Los Angeles, Pacific Palisades is located along the Pacific Coast north of Santa Monica, south of Malibu and east of Brentwood. It is an area roughly delineated by the 90272 ZIP code. Along the ocean, the Pacific Coast Highway (Route 1) runs north-south. Sunset Boulevard Chautauqua Boulevard, Temescal Canyon Road and Palisades Drive are the main thoroughfares away from the coast.

The population of Pacific Palisades is just over 25,000, and the community is a town within the City of Los Angeles. Pacific Palisades is a quiet, family-oriented community with over 80% of the residential units being single-family homes. These properties range from modest mid-century ranches and bungalows to grander, more recent construction. Local zoning laws and neighborhood committees have maintained the restful ambiance of the side streets, and large lawns, wide sidewalks and streetlights make this an ideal area for family living.

The heart of Pacific Palisades is a Main Street-like area known as The Village – a cluster of upscale boutiques, coffeehouses and specialty shops. The streets around The Village are called "The Alphabet Streets", based on their name order. Other areas of note are The Huntington Palisades and The Palisades Riviera. These areas are known for grander residences, and many have ocean or golf course views. The Palisades Riviera is adjacent to the Riviera Country Club.