The first walk-streets enthusiasts arrived in the 1920s. They bought the humble Craftsman homes for their proximity to the Venice amusement pier, where many worked as entertainers and tradesmen. neighborhood of narrow pathways, elaborate gardens and eclectic home designs.

A walking tour of the district bounded by California Avenue and Lincoln, Abbot Kinney and Venice boulevards reveals high-density living in relative seclusion from nearby suburban sprawl, a major draw to these unusual streets.

The inland walk streets are made up primarily of 620 single-family homes. A three-bedroom, three-bathroom home in 2,700 square feet recently was listed at $3.5 million. Up the block, a three-bedroom, two-bath home in 1,100 square feet was listed for $1.38 million.

LA Times article on the Walk Streets.

PBS article on the Walk Streets