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A coastal
wonderland of mountains and ocean, Malibu is a 30 mile long strip
of paradise running along the north end of Santa Monica Bay from
the Pacific Palisades to the Ventura county line. It's main thoroughfare,
the Pacific Coast highway, winds along the coast, dotted with
magnificent beach homes, gourmet restaurants, and exclusive boutiques.
Yet in spite of its exclusivity, Malibu's landscape and isolation
give it the feel of a small, country village. With a population
of only about 16,000, Malibu is a self contained community with
supermarkets, movie theaters, parks, and schools. Having recently
gained cityhood, Malibu's political climate adds to this feeling
of community.
Housing in Malibu ranges from modest,
canyon homes to lavish beachfront and mountaintop estates. Property
values are distinguished by location on the beachside or the landside.
Beachside homes values vary widely depending on the lot width
and depth and the quality of the particular beach in terms of
sand, width, exposure, and convenience. Landside homes are found
mostly in Malibu's myriad charming canyons and winding mountain
roads. Divided by its geography into very distinct neighborhoods,
Malibu has many exclusive, gated enclaves which offer added privacy
and security. The most famous of these areas is Malibu Colony,
home to many entertainment celebrities.
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