Del Rey, California

About Del Rey

Set in the central part of California, Del Rey is a small unincorporated community.

Officially, Del Rey is a census-designated place — a real, named community that residents call home, governed at the county level. The community covers 1.33 square miles.

📰 Del Rey News Today

• 2 Hospitalized After Violence At Marina del Rey Apartment Complex: Reports Patch · Aug 14
• Woman pulled out of car in dramatic end to police chase in Marina del Rey ABC7 Los Angeles · Aug 2
• California Fool’s Gold — Playa del Rey Eric Brightwell · Apr 23
• Jackson Square Acquires Marina del Rey Asset for $170M Multifamily & Affordable Housing Business · Aug 12
• I’ve Lived in Los Angeles for 40+ Years—and I Keep Returning to This Underrated Beach Town Travel + Leisure · Jul 22

Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.

What Makes Del Rey Unique

• The only place in America named Del Rey — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
• An unincorporated community — no city hall of its own, which often means lower local taxes and county-managed services.
• Part of the fabric of California — one of 1,618 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

• A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
• Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 5 miles.

🏫 Schools in Del Rey

• Del Rey Elementary

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

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🗺️ Map of Del Rey

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