Zip code 90292, Mar 2026 to May 2026, from the Redfin Data Center. 90292 covers Marina del Rey plus the City of LA blocks around it, including the Marina Peninsula, and most sales are condos. Zip codes don't line up neatly with neighborhood borders, and medians hide a wide range of homes, so treat these as a rough feel for the area.
In the 1880s developers dredged the Ballona wetlands for a commercial harbor called Port Ballona, but the money ran out and the tide took the wharf. Decades later the federal government and LA County tried again, and the harbor was dedicated in April 1965 as the largest man-made small-craft harbor in North America. The county still owns it, and nearly everything here faces the water.
The homes
Marina del Rey is mostly condos and apartments. Buildings line the harbor's basins along Admiralty Way, Via Marina and the side streets off Washington Boulevard, from 1960s and 1970s mid-rise complexes to newer towers with pools, gyms and views over the masts. Many units have balconies facing the water, and some buildings offer boat slips nearby, though slips are usually leased separately.
Single-family houses are rare inside the county area. Just across the main channel, the Marina Peninsula (part of Venice, in the City of LA) has houses, duplexes and townhomes on narrow lots between the harbor and the beach, including homes on car-free lanes. Because LA County owns most of the land in the marina itself, many buildings sit on long-term ground leases, which is unusual and worth understanding before you buy.
The feel
- Mother's Beach (officially Marina Beach) is a calm, protected stretch of sand inside the harbor, away from the ocean surf.
- Burton W. Chace Park sits at the water's edge with lawns, picnic spots and views across the harbor.
- Fisherman's Village sits on the main channel with shops and restaurants, and boats pass right by on their way out to sea.
- The bike paths. The beach bike path runs north to Venice and Santa Monica, and the Ballona Creek path heads inland toward Culver City.
Eat, drink, shop
- The Warehouse (Admiralty Way). A nautical-themed waterfront restaurant open since 1969, known for its patio views and Sunday brunch. The Infatuation
- C&O Trattoria (Washington Blvd). A casual Italian spot with big shareable plates, a patio and its famous garlic knots. The Infatuation
- Venice Ramen (Washington Blvd). A small Tokyo-style ramen counter making its own noodles. The Infatuation
- Locanda Positano (Lincoln Blvd). A tiny Italian room known for shareable pastas. The Infatuation
- Irori Sushi (Glencoe Ave). A tucked-away Japanese spot with bento lunches and omakase. The Infatuation
Getting around
The 90 Marina Freeway starts at the edge of the marina and connects to the 405, and LAX is often 10 to 15 minutes away outside rush hour. Venice, Playa Vista and Santa Monica are all a short drive, and Lincoln Boulevard is the main north-south road. There's no rail station in the marina, but bikes cover a lot of ground here thanks to the beach and creek paths.
What's new
- Mother's Beach upgrades. LA County finished a renovation of the restroom and office building and upgrades to the dry boat storage at Marina Beach in July 2026. (LA County Beaches and Harbors)
- New public parking. A new parking structure on Lot 4 is under construction, with work expected to wrap up around the end of 2026, subject to change. (LA County Beaches and Harbors)
- Boat launch ramp. Improvements to the public launch ramp, including a new dock system, are set to start in fall 2026 and finish in summer 2027. (LA County Beaches and Harbors)
- The harbor at 60. Marina del Rey marked its 60th anniversary in April 2025. (LA County Beaches and Harbors)
Good to know
- County, not city. Marina del Rey is unincorporated LA County, so permits and services run through the county, not the City of LA. Nearby blocks with Marina del Rey addresses may be in the City of LA, so confirm which applies to any address.
- Ground leases. Many buildings sit on county land under long-term leases, so some condos are leasehold. Ask your escrow officer, lender and HOA about the remaining lease term and how it affects financing.
- Coastal zone. The whole marina is in the California Coastal Zone, so many projects need coastal approvals.
- Flood maps and building age. Check FEMA flood maps for any address, and for older buildings review HOA reserves, recent assessments and any planned repairs.
Questions people ask
Is Marina del Rey part of Los Angeles?
No. Marina del Rey is an unincorporated area of Los Angeles County. The county owns the harbor and most of the land, and its Department of Beaches and Harbors runs it. Some nearby blocks with Marina del Rey addresses, like the Marina Peninsula, are in the City of LA.
What kind of homes are in Marina del Rey?
Mostly condos and apartments, from 1960s and 1970s mid-rise buildings to newer towers along the marina's basins, many with harbor views and some with boat slips nearby. Houses are rare inside the county area; the Marina Peninsula next door has single-family homes and duplexes close to the sand.
Is Marina del Rey condo land leased?
Often, yes. Because LA County owns most of the land, many buildings sit on long-term ground leases, so some condos are leasehold rather than fee simple. The remaining lease term can matter for financing and value, so ask your escrow officer and lender early.
How far is Marina del Rey from LAX?
Close. LAX is often 10 to 15 minutes away outside rush hour. The 90 Marina Freeway starts at the edge of the marina and connects to the 405, and Venice, Playa Vista and Santa Monica are all a short drive.
