The Real Estate of Malibu

First settled by the Native American Chumash people, Malibu California has evolved into one of the most well known and desirable places to live in the United States. As one of the largest cities in California, Malibu plays host to the country's most beautiful beach and mountain views- as well as some of its most exclusive real estate. From their prime position between the Santa Monica Mountains and the majestic Pacific Ocean, the homes of Malibu are designed to take advantage of every amenity that this one of a kind city has to offer.

Perhaps Malibu's most prized, and renowned, assets are its beaches. Some, like Zuma Beach, are favored tourist spots, whose soft sands can often be found covered with sun worshipers and swimmers alike. Surfrider Beach is known throughout the surfing world as having some of the best waves on the west coast, as well as being the home of the Malibu Pier. And many of the smaller, quiet beaches of Malibu are usually accessed only by locals. While every beach in California is technically open to the public, beach front residents and owners of certain Malibu properties get to enjoy these stretches of sand and surf almost exclusively. Still other beaches that stretch along its 21 miles of coastline, like Point Dume and Big Dume, are state operated beaches that overlook the Malibu cliffs. While beach access and ocean views are the allure that prompt many home buyers to seek out a piece of Malibu real estate, they soon discover that there's even more to this ocean front city than its white sands.

More than the ocean and mountain views, more than Pacific Coast Highway or even the luxury hillside homes themselves, residents of Malibu site the community atmosphere as the city's number one commodity. From the parks and recreations departments, which host dozens of different activities, to public sports facilities and community driven volunteer and activists programs, Malibu homeowners enjoy every perk that a neighborhood has to offer. There are miles of mountain and beach hiking trails, a bicycle path along winding PCH, world class surfing, and, of course, beach activities. And for those seeking a less physical way to enjoy the Malibu community, there is usually a party or movie premiere to attend nearby.

More than a city, Malibu is galaxies apart from any other part of California- or anyplace else. World class amenities, a thriving social scene and the best views in So Cal make Malibu a homeowner's dream. When you're ready to purchase your own piece of Malibu real estate heaven, make sure you select your realtor carefully. A real estate agent well versed in the properties and house values of Malibu will be your best weapon in the search for your new home. Not every California realtor knows the Malibu market, and not every Malibu real estate agent is created equal. Look to an agent's reputation as a good indicator of how well they will serve your needs. Many dream of one day owning a home in a place graced with some of nature's most enticing gifts. For Malibu home owners, it's not a dream.


About Russell Grether:
Russell Grether is a top producing Malibu real estate agent. To learn more about Russell's services, please visit his web site, www.maliburealestateinc.com.