Westchester, California

Westchester

A family-friendly Westside neighborhood on the bluffs above the coast, offering some of the best value near the beach, LAX, and the Silicon Beach tech corridor. Here's everything you need to know about living in, buying in, and selling in Westchester.

Westchester is one of the Westside's best-kept secrets for value. Sitting on the bluffs between Playa del Rey and the LAX corridor, it offers tree-lined streets, generous lots, and a genuine neighborhood feel that is increasingly rare this close to the coast and the Silicon Beach tech campuses. Families love the strong schools and parks, and professionals love being minutes from LAX, Playa Vista, and the beach. It is the kind of place people move to for the value and stay for the community.

Westchester Market Snapshot

~$1.6M

Median sale price

+3%

Year over year

~$1.7M

Single-family median

High

Buyer demand

Prices vary a lot by pocket. Condos and townhomes near the village are the more attainable entry points, while single-family homes, the bulk of Westchester, generally run from about $1.4M to $2.2M and higher depending on the street, the lot, and how updated the home is.

Market figures reflect mid-2026 data and are refreshed each quarter. Curious what your Westchester home is worth? Request a free, no-obligation valuation from Megan.

The Neighborhoods within Westchester

Kentwood

The most sought-after pocket, known for its excellent schools, pride-of-ownership homes, and strong resale demand. Often the first place families look.

Osage & Westport Heights

Charming, walkable streets with great value and easy access to the Westchester village and the parks.

The Bluffs & Emerson Manor

Larger lots and homes with a quieter, residential feel and, in spots, real views.

The Westchester Triangle

The walkable commercial heart along Sepulveda and Manchester, with local shops, coffee, and restaurants.

Lifestyle: Parks, Dining & the Coast

The Westchester Triangle: the neighborhood's village, with local restaurants, coffee, and services.
Loyola Marymount University: the beautiful bluff-top campus adds greenery, energy, and events.
Parks and golf: Westchester Park and the Westchester Golf Course.
The coast: Dockweiler State Beach and the Marvin Braude Bike Trail are just minutes down the hill.

Schools

Westchester is a genuine draw for families. Well-regarded options include Kentwood Elementary, the Wright STEAM Magnet, and the Westchester Enriched Sciences Magnets (WESM), with Loyola Marymount University right in the neighborhood. (Always confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment directly with LAUSD.)

Location & Commute

Westchester's location is a major selling point. You are minutes from LAX (a favorite with frequent travelers and airline crews), bordering Silicon Beach in Playa Vista, and have quick access to the 405 and 90 freeways and the coast.

Is Westchester a Good Place to Buy?

For buyers who want space, strong schools, and a real neighborhood within reach of the coast and the Westside's biggest employers, without full coastal prices, Westchester is one of the smartest values on the map. Whether you are after a first family home in Kentwood or a larger lot on the bluffs, I can help you find the right pocket and move with confidence.

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Westchester FAQs

How much do homes cost in Westchester?

As of mid-2026 the median is around $1.6 million, with single-family homes closer to $1.7 million. Prices vary by pocket, with Kentwood and the bluffs commanding a premium and areas near the village offering more attainable options.

Are the schools good in Westchester?

Yes, and it is a major reason families choose the neighborhood. Kentwood Elementary, the Wright STEAM Magnet, and the Westchester Enriched Sciences Magnets are all well-regarded, and Loyola Marymount University is right here.

Is there airplane noise in Westchester?

Because Westchester borders LAX, some pockets hear more flight traffic than others depending on the runways and flight paths in use. It really varies street by street, and I am happy to walk you through which areas stay quieter.

Is Westchester a good place to live?

For many families and professionals, yes: strong schools, parks, space, a genuine community feel, and an unbeatable location near the coast, Silicon Beach, and LAX.

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