Poet's Section, Manhattan Beach, CA
Poet's Section at a Glance
Poet's Section is ranked #2 of 9 neighborhoods in Manhattan Beach with an overall score of 4.8/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.9/5, 3rd of 9 in Manhattan Beach) and safety (4.5/5). No factor scores below 4.1/5, its weakest being nearby merchants.
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Poet's Section Amenities
Near good merchants4.1
Public Spaces-
Curb Appeal-
Overall Amenities score: 0.8 (1)
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Schools Serving Poet's Section
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opal Robinson Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Manhattan Beach Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Mira Costa High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Is Poet's Section a good place to live?
Poet's Section ranks 2nd of 9 neighborhoods in Manhattan Beach with an overall Houseberry score of 4.8 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.9/5) and safety (4.5/5).
Is Poet's Section safe?
Poet's Section, Manhattan Beach scores 4.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 1st of 9 neighborhoods in Manhattan Beach.
Which schools serve Poet's Section?
Schools serving Poet's Section, Manhattan Beach include Opal Robinson Elementary (5.0/5), Manhattan Beach Middle (4.7/5) and Mira Costa High (4.9/5).
What is the weather like in Poet's Section?
Poet's Section, Manhattan Beach receives 79% of its possible sunshine, the sunniest of Manhattan Beach's 9 neighborhoods. Summer days run 62° to 74°F and winter days 49° to 66°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 12 inches a year.
Is Poet's Section walkable to shops and restaurants?
Poet's Section, Manhattan Beach scores 4.1 out of 5 for nearby merchants. Its overall amenities score is 0.8 out of 5, 4th of 9 in Manhattan Beach.
What is Poet's Section known for?
Poet's Section, Manhattan Beach scores highest on schools (4.9/5) and safety (4.5/5).
How does Poet's Section compare to other Manhattan Beach neighborhoods?
Poet's Section ranks 2nd of 9 neighborhoods in Manhattan Beach. It ranks 3rd of 9 in Manhattan Beach for schools (4.9/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (4.1/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Manhattan Beach are Liberty Village and Manhattan Heights.
What are the downsides of living in Poet's Section?
Poet's Section, Manhattan Beach scores lowest on nearby merchants (4.1/5).
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