Mar Vista is a a charming section of Santa Monica known for its village style homes and neighborhood culture. The Mar Vista homes for sale (usually solid or upper middle-class families) have a long tradition of maintaining the original Spanish style architecture. People living in the Mar Vista Mar Vista neighborhood often rave about the easy access to exciting spots like Santa Monica or Abbot-Kinney. The Mar Vista neighborhood is close to the beach (only a five or ten minute drive!) If you're looking for a place to call home, Mar Vista should definitely be at the top of your list!