Marina / Seaside

Welcome to Marina / Seaside

A residential community featuring a university, beach access, excellent golf courses, miles of walking & biking trails, and great schools

Marina, California, is a city in Monterey County, California. Home to approximately 22,000 residents, Marina is situated north of Monterey. The coastline is undeveloped and provides a habitat for many endangered species. Seaside, founded in 1888, is home to approximately 32,000 residents and is situated east of Monterey. Both of these communities grew out of Fort Ord, a former military complex that is now home to California State University, Monterey Bay, and the Monterey College of Law. Residents of Marina and Seaside enjoy a Mediterranean climate featuring cool winters and mild summers.

Once home to 25,000 soldiers of Fort Ord, Marina is home to the Fort Ord National Monument with 86 miles of trails to explore! There are also several major centers of learning, including the University of California at Monterey Bay.

Marina is home to Marina State Beach, one of the most beautiful state parks in California. Fort Ord Dunes State Park is a place where residents enjoy fishing, biking, hiking, and horseback riding. The city of Marina attracts many people who want to live an active lifestyle in an aesthetically pleasing location. Many paragliders and hang-gliders enjoy spending time in Marina. Residents value the small-town atmosphere and friendly neighbors who make this neighborhood a supportive and positive place in which to reside.

What to Love

Attending seminars and readings at California State University, Monterey Bay
Great restaurants
Spending the day golfing at Bayonet & Black Horse
Access to Highway 1
Close proximity to the beach

Local Lifestyle

Both Marina and Seaside have features that attract people from all over the country who are searching for an ideal home base. Residents enjoy spending time outside swimming, hiking, biking, and surfing. Several state parks offer many opportunities for residents to learn more about flora and fauna of Monterey. Marina and Seaside also offer amazing golfing, fishing, and swimming opportunities. Those who live in these cities love being outdoors as they exercise and enjoy the beauty this area of California has to offer. The numerous state parks in Marina and Seaside also provide residents with many opportunities to learn more about the diverse ecological niches surrounding Monterey.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Daddy’s City Diner serves excellent breakfast and lunch. Notable menu items include country scramble, Filipino breakfast, and crepes. Seaside Seafood and Market is an amazing seafood restaurant in Seaside. Fresh seafood is always available, and popular entrees include jumbo prawns, king salmon, and seafood fettuccine.

My personal favorite is AKI FRESH MEX located at 265 Carmel Ave. Marina. The vegetarian/vegan choices, quality, and presentation are amazing. The owner takes her food and service seriously and it shows.

Tides Waterfront Kitchen is a seafood restaurant serving some of the best food in northern California. Patrons favor the island-style jerk chicken, ahi tuna tacos, and ceviche. Googie Grill Seaside offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Notable entrees include jumbo shrimp scampi, grilled salmon, and ribeye steak.

Things to Do

The Labor Day Parade & Family Festival is one of the most important events in Marina, where participants honor those who have served in the United States armed forces. Urban Wine Row is a great place to learn more about the wines in this region of California. Residents of all ages can find events to attend and things to do in Marina and Seaside.

Monterey State Beach has three individual beaches. It is a wonderful place to enjoy the natural beauty of Seaside. Bayonet & Black Horse is a renowned golf course featuring 36 holes on Monterey Bay. Residents of Seaside and Marina can enjoy this world-class course that appeals to all levels of players.

Schools

The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District serves the schools in Marina and Seaside. The following are some of the most notable schools here:

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Around Marina / Seaside, CA

There's plenty to do around Marina / Seaside, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent

Walking Score

30

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Hale Kai Lana, Russo's Wholesale Produce, and Antojitos Del Rancho.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Hale Kai Lana page on Yelp Search 542 Ortiz Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $	1.93 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Russo's Wholesale Produce page on Yelp Search 120 Calle Del Oaks on Google Maps	Dining	2.65 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Antojitos Del Rancho page on Yelp Search York Rd And Hwy 68 on Google Maps	Dining	3.56 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Robbie's Ocean Fresh Seafood page on Yelp Search Fisherman's Wharf 2 on Google Maps	Dining	4.09 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cowboy Sausage page on Yelp Search 980 Fremont St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	4.22 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Green Pedal Couriers page on Yelp Search 198 Park Ave on Google Maps	Dining	3.88 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Monterery Blue Diving page on Yelp	Active	4.47 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Patrick Parrish Golf Instruction page on Yelp Search 100 Pasadera Dr on Google Maps	Active	4.2 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Art Of Entanglement page on Yelp Search 2440 N Fremont St on Google Maps	Active	2.51 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Monterey Bay Derby Dames page on Yelp	Active	4.47 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Monterey Bay Taekwando page on Yelp Search 215 Reservation Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.43 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the High Scores Arcade page on Yelp Search 459 Alvarado St on Google Maps	Active	4.5 miles	20 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Living Joy Wisdom page on Yelp	Active	4.01 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hexbox Fitness page on Yelp Search 1760 Fremont Blvd on Google Maps	Active	1.47 miles	22 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Monterey Bay Scuba page on Yelp Search 32 Cannery Row on Google Maps	Active	4.29 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bronzed Babe Airbrush Tanning page on Yelp Search 444 Pearl St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.35 miles	39 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Aesthetic Micropigmentation page on Yelp Search 380 Foam St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.48 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sunshine salon Monterey page on Yelp Search 147 Webster St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.57 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ludy Marquez Skin Care page on Yelp Search 1011 Cass St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.77 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Shelley Bennett Skincare page on Yelp Search 588 Houston St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.48 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Monterey Esthetician - Alex Fletcher page on Yelp Search 498 Foam St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.51 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Marina / Seaside, CA

Population Households Employment

Marina / Seaside has 10,321 households, with an average household size of 3.05. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Marina / Seaside do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 32,631 people call Marina / Seaside home. The population density is 3,656.81 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,631

Total Population

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Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

33.9

Median Age

50.08 / 49.92%

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10,321

Total Households

3.05

Average Household Size

$29,506

Average individual Income

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15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Marina / Seaside, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Marina / Seaside. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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