San Pedro Neighborhoods
Use the guide below as an evergreen overview of San Pedro’s major residential neighborhoods. Market numbers can change, but the lifestyle patterns, location advantages, and buyer profiles remain useful for comparing one area to another.
South Shores
South Shores is one of San Pedro’s most sought-after coastal neighborhoods, known for Catalina Island views, Pacific Ocean views, and proximity to Rancho Palos Verdes.
Coastal Views
South Shores is located at the southern end of San Pedro, west of Western Avenue and close to the Rancho Palos Verdes border. The neighborhood is primarily composed of medium-sized single-family homes, along with select townhome, condo, and mobile home communities including Southpointe, The Racket Club, and Palos Verdes Shores.
Cliff’s Notes Take: South Shores is often the first San Pedro neighborhood buyers ask about when they want views, coastal lifestyle, and proximity to Rancho Palos Verdes without moving fully onto the Peninsula.
Map of South Shores
Miraleste Pines
Miraleste Pines is a popular San Pedro neighborhood at the foot of Rancho Palos Verdes with larger single-family homes and convenient access to shopping and major routes.
PV Border
Miraleste Pines is located west of South Western Avenue between Summerland Avenue and Miraleste Drive. With the exception of condominiums at Miraleste Canyon Estates, the area is known largely for single-family homes.
Nearby conveniences include Averill Park, Peck Park, Trader Joe’s, Ralphs, In-N-Out Burger, and fitness options. For buyers who want San Pedro value with a Palos Verdes-adjacent location, Miraleste Pines can be an important area to compare.
Map of Miraleste Pines
Palisades
Palisades is a coastal San Pedro neighborhood known for ocean views, parks, trails, local character, and access to White Point and the Korean Friendship Bell.
Ocean View Value
Palisades is located east of South Western Avenue, south of 25th Street, and west of South Gaffey Street. The area is known for coastal scenery, Catalina Island views, and a more residential feel near San Pedro’s southern coastline.
Neighborhood highlights include Angels Gate Park, the Korean Friendship Bell, Wilder’s Addition Park, White Point Beach and Park, and The Corner Store, a long-standing local market serving the area since 1947.
Local Property Example
3127 S Alma Street in Palisades
3127 S Alma Street is a strong example of Palisades housing: a custom modern home in Coastal San Pedro just a few blocks from the cliffs, with Catalina Island views, multiple outdoor spaces, and access to Cabrillo Beach, White Point Nature Preserve, Angels Gate Park, and the Korean Friendship Bell.
Cliff’s Notes Take: Palisades is one of the most compelling San Pedro areas for buyers who want coastal character, parks, trails, and ocean-view potential in a neighborhood that still feels local.
Map of Palisades
Vista Del Oro
Vista Del Oro is one of San Pedro’s largest residential neighborhoods, offering a broad range of condos, entry-level options, and long-term single-family homes.
Central San Pedro
Vista Del Oro is located south of 7th Street to 25th Street and west of Gaffey Street to South Western Avenue. It is one of the largest San Pedro neighborhoods by number of homes and residents.
Housing in Vista Del Oro can range from entry-level condos to larger long-term homes, making it a flexible option for buyers who want central San Pedro access and a variety of property types.
Buyer Success Story
1367 W 21st Street in Vista Del Oro / Coastal San Pedro
Scherb Homes Group helped first-time buyers purchase 1367 W 21st Street, a 1927 Spanish home with character, value, and a peek-a-boo ocean view. This purchase shows how Vista Del Oro and nearby coastal San Pedro pockets can offer a compelling mix of charm, location, and long-term livability.
Read the client testimonial from this purchase.
Map of Vista Del Oro
Holy Trinity
Holy Trinity is a north San Pedro neighborhood with a broad mix of homes and condos near parks and local services.
North San Pedro
Holy Trinity is located north of 7th Street between South Western Avenue and Gaffey Street. Named after Holy Trinity Catholic Church, the neighborhood includes a range of housing options that can fit different buyer needs.
The area is convenient to Peck Park, Rena Park, Leland Park, and north San Pedro access routes.
Map of Holy Trinity
Point Fermin
Point Fermin is a coastal community at the southern tip of San Pedro, known for parks, Cabrillo Beach access, and smaller beach bungalow and Craftsman-style homes.
Beach + Parks
Point Fermin is located south of 22nd Street and east of South Gaffey Street. The area includes condos and standard-sized homes, but it is especially known for smaller beach bungalows and Craftsman-style homes on compact lots.
Nearby highlights include Point Fermin Park, Cabrillo Beach, Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, the Korean Friendship Bell, and the LA Waterfront.
Map of Point Fermin
San Pedro North
San Pedro North is a practical San Pedro area bordering Rancho Palos Verdes and Harbor City, with several established condo communities.
Condo Options
San Pedro North borders Rancho Palos Verdes and Harbor City. The area is home to several popular condo communities, including The Gardens, Harbor Walk, Ponderosa Springs, Casa Verde, The Tennis Club, Harbor Gate, and Harbor Gate North.
Nearby conveniences include Starbucks, Albertsons, Target, The Home Depot, Cold Stone Creamery, Wells Fargo, US Bank, Dodson Middle School, and Mary Star High School.
Map of San Pedro North
Barton Hill
Barton Hill is a historic San Pedro neighborhood near the waterfront, arts district, civic core, and cruise terminal activity.
Waterfront Access
Barton Hill stretches east from Gaffey Street and north of 9th Street. The area is close to the San Pedro Waterfront Arts District, San Pedro City Hall, the LA Waterfront, and the Los Angeles World Cruise Center.
For buyers focused on waterfront proximity, local culture, and long-term neighborhood change, Barton Hill is an important area to understand carefully.
Map of Barton Hill
Plaza
Plaza is a waterfront-adjacent San Pedro neighborhood close to restaurants, entertainment, tourism, and LA Waterfront momentum.
LA Waterfront
The Plaza neighborhood is located between South Gaffey Street and Miner Street, north of West 21st Street and south of 7th Street. Closest to the waterfront, Plaza is often considered by buyers who want proximity to dining, entertainment, freeway access, and the LA Waterfront.
Nearby highlights include the LA Waterfront, San Pedro Fish Market, 22nd Street Landing, Battleship USS Iowa, Cabrillo Beach, and waterfront amenities.
Map of Plaza
