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Topanga

Its small-town feel offers big-time amenities with a healthy, charming community hub

Overview for Topanga, CA

8,255 people live in Topanga, where the median age is 45.6 and the average individual income is $74,573. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,255

Total Population

45.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$74,573

Average individual Income

Welcome to Topanga

 
Quintessential mountainside community with artistic charm
 
Breathtaking views of the Santa Monica Mountains' rustic grandiosity are found throughout Topanga, a mountainside community in the iconic Topanga Canyon among its rolling hills. Its small-town feel offers big-time amenities with a healthy, charming community hub featuring coffee shops, restaurants, and parks. This centrally-located town provides easy day trips to Los Angeles, is only minutes away from the shopping, dining, and amenities of both Calabasas and Woodland Hills, and is an easy commute to the studios of Hollywood and the beaches of Malibu. Still, its mountainous charm makes it feel like a world away from urban noise. Rich, vibrant culture resides around every corner, with many neighborhoods providing quiet refuge to professional musicians, artists, and actors. Residential streets and spacious, secluded lots are home to multi-million, single-family dwellings, with some featuring luxuriously modern elements while others pay homage to their natural surroundings with rustic designs. 

What to Love

 
  • Recreational haven with three state parks
  • Panoramic views of mountainscapes and canyons
  • Hip vibe influenced by artistic culture
  • Close to Los Angeles International Airport 
  • Quick drive to Los Angeles and Beverly Hills

Local Lifestyle

 
In Topanga, life revolves around nature. Days consist of hiking enormous parks with ample recreational opportunities and sipping coffee on spacious, private patios with panoramic mountain views. Its scenery is vital to the town's creative atmosphere, where writing, painting, and other art forms are popular pastimes. 

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

 
Enjoy French-inspired fare paired with specialty wine at Canyon Bistro & Wine Bar, a casual café decorated with trendy art pieces. This eatery boasts a wide menu with a variety of chef-prepared entrées and a full-service boutique wine bar. Enjoy dishes like French onion soup au Gratin, braised short ribs, and wild mushroom ravioli on a heated patio. On Fridays, live music from local performers entertains guests on the patio or inside the restaurant.
 
Find your latest vintage haul at Hidden Treasures. Luxe fashion, trendy furniture pieces, and one-of-a-kind accessories are displayed in this boutique shop on South Topanga Canyon Boulevard. 
 
Experience fine dining in a quiet, wooded setting at Inn of the Seventh Ray, an upscale eatery serving Californian-style cuisine with fresh, organic ingredients underneath a romantically-lit brick courtyard. Listen to calming waterfalls or admire mature sycamore trees as you dine from a world-class menu offering masterfully-prepared dishes like roasted sea bass, pan-seared salmon, truffle risotto, and beef tartare. 
 
MOONASTAR’s curated selection of handmade, high-quality women’s apparel is perfect for those looking to find a new statement piece for their wardrobe. Stylish tops made with organic cotton linen and hand-dyed silk dresses can be found inside this boutique, along with sustainable home decor and jewelry. 

Things to Do

 
Enjoy a concert at Corazon Performing Arts, a live theater in the heart of Topanga. This theater’s concert lineup is home to jazz, Latin, and hip-hop performances, as well as a variety of other genres and musical styles. 
 
Topanga State Park brings ample recreational opportunities to residents with its nearly 40 miles of hiking trails. Scenic strolls through vast fields and live oak trees lead to geologic formations like marine fossils and sedimentary rock and stunning birds-eye views of the Pacific Ocean. 
 
Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum puts on live-action renditions of classic and contemporary plays in its open-air theater in Topanga. This popular entertainment venue boasts an impressive summer schedule, year-round acting classes, and concerts. 

Schools

 
Topanga is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District, a top-tier distinct that’s home to numerous excellent public and private schools. Highly-rated institutions nearby include:
 
  • Manzanita School and Institute
  • Topanga Elementary Charter School 

Real Estate

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Browse Properties in the Area

Browse the available properties in the area below.

For Sale
MLS® 24-363863

$18,000,000

18904 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265
7 Beds 7 Baths 5,380 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 24-446916

$8,900,000

18954 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265
3 Beds 4 Baths 2,143 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 24-403057

$7,495,000

1291 Will Geer Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
6 Beds 6 Baths 8,247 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24-396433

$7,000,000

2551 Old Topanga Canyon Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
4 Beds 5 Baths 4,400 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24-404727

$6,449,000

635 Greenleaf Canyon Rd, Topanga, CA 90290
6 Beds 10 Baths 8,645 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 23-312925

$6,449,000

0 Greenleaf, Topanga, CA 90290
6 Beds 10 Baths 8,645 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® TR24215381MR

$5,990,000

18300 Coastline DR, MALIBU, CA 90265
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,937 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® SR24230479MR

$4,800,000

2535 Hawks Nest TRL, TOPANGA, CA 90290
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,970 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24-422715

$4,200,000

19000 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,296 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24-457543

$4,195,000

19534 Bowers Dr, Topanga, CA 90290
4 Beds 5 Baths 3,033 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24-465155

$3,499,000

3447 Shoreheights Dr, Malibu, CA 90265
3 Beds 4 Baths 2,378 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24-422143

$3,295,000

20110 Observation Dr, Topanga, CA 90290
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,426 Sq.Ft.
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Demographics and Employment Data for Topanga, CA

Population Households Employment

Topanga has 3,031 households, with an average household size of 2.72. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Topanga do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 8,255 people call Topanga home. The population density is 431.59 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

8,255

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

45.6

Median Age

50.28 / 49.72%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
3,031

Total Households

2.72

Average Household Size

$74,573

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Around Topanga, CA

There's plenty to do around Topanga, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

12
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
14
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Costa Coast Pilates, Body By Mel, and Hair by Hal.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Costa Coast Pilates Logo
Active 4.66 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Body By Mel Logo
Active 4.07 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Hair by Hal Logo
Beauty 4.07 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Alisha Bertone Salon Logo
Beauty 4.59 miles 37 reviews 5/5 stars
The Vanity Room Salon Logo
Beauty 0.53 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Lumina Hands Logo
Beauty 0.95 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

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Malibu, CA 90265

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