If you're looking for convenient suburban living minutes away from the beach and close to everything West LA has to offer, the Westchester neighborhood may be just what you've been searching for. You'll find a wide array of comfortable, attractive homes in this area from which to choose. If you've been thinking about buying a home, now is the time to start looking.  

Real estate prices and interest rates are both currently low, so why not as a first time home buyer or upgrade buyer enjoy a great new home and save money at the same time? Our real estate agents will be happy to show you some of the great homes in the Westchester area. With so many great homes from which to choose, you're sure to find just the right home for you and your family. 

About the Westchester Neighborhood 

Located in the eastern Del Rey Hills area, this area has also been referred to by some as "Westchester Bluffs." To the west of these neighborhoods, you'll find Playa del Rey. The area to the north of Westchester includes Playa Vista, Culver City and Ladera Heights.  

El Segundo is located to the south of Westchester, and to the east you'll find Inglewood. The Los Angeles International Airport is located within the southern area of Westchester, and the San Diego freeway intersects the eastern area. As you can see, a home in Westchester would provide you with convenient access to a wide variety of destinations. 

Westchester Amenities

In addition to having easy access to nearby locations, you'll also be able to enjoy the convenience of being able to walk to many local destinations. Destinations within walking distance include the Carl Nielsen Youth Park, restaurants, a grocery store and schools. A quick search for the 90045 zip code will yield plenty of results as far as nearby conveniences and amenities are concerned. 

Schools in Westchester Los Angeles CA

Elementary Schools in the Westchester area include Cown, Kentwood, Loyola Village, Paseo Del Rey and Westport Heights Elementary Schools. 

Middle School in Westchester is Orville Wright Middle Schooll

High Schools in Westchester consists of Westchester High School and Del Rey Continuation

University in Westchester. 

One of the most internationally respected schools in the area is Loyola Marymount University.

Westchester Homes For Sale

The Westchester neighborhoods are solid and well established. On the average, you'll find that most of the homes in the Westchester area were built between 1940 and 1959. You'll be able to choose from a wide array of solidly built homes, featuring a wide variety of different styles to suit every need and taste.

Most of the homes in these neighborhoods range between 1,000 and 2,400 square feet.  However, you'll also find some smaller homes under 1,000 square feet, as well as some homes over 3,600 square feet. As you can see, the Westchester neighborhood has something for everyone. Let us help you find the perfect home in this great area.  

Westchester Real Estate Statistics 

On the average, the value of a single-family home in the Westchester area averages around $upper $500,000 to lower $600,000. However, depending on what you're looking for, you may be able to find a home for considerably less than that amount.  For Los angeles first time home buyers looking to use a FHA first time buyer program, you still can find an average of 20-30 homes for sale in any given month in which the price range would qualify.   If you're looking for a two-bedroom home, prices in the area average around $450,000; 3 bedrooms under 1200 sq ft can be found in upper $400,000 to lower $500,000 with Kentwood area (north of Manchester) experiencing the higher end of the price scale usually at $540,000 and up.  

At the upper end of the scale, four-bedroom homes in the area averages can go as high as 800,000. No matter what kind of home you're looking for, you'll undoubtedly find it here. Let us show you the great homes that you have to choose from in this neighborhood. Before you know it, you'll be the next person moving into a wonderful Westchester home! 

Need to sell your home in Westchester?

For home sellers looking for an experienced Westchester Realtor to help sell your home, you’ve come to the right place. We understand the pressures of selling a home in today’s tough economy.  

Choosing a Realtor is a big decision; let us make it easier by detailing a comprehensive marketing plan, time-frame, and local competition in our analysis. Once you’re comfortable with a plan, we’ll get started right away and you’ll be in your new home in no time! To get started, please fill out our free home evaluation form and we’ll be in contact shortly.

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