Manhattan Beach is home to about 35,000 people and 13,313 households.   The city area is 3.88 square miles with 2.1 miles of beachfront.  There are 48 acres of major parks as well as the 21 acre Manhattan Beach Parkway.  Manhattan Beach pier is 928 feet long and fishing is permitted all year.   In addition to the “beachy” feel, residents love the close proximity to the airport and the Westside. Click here for maps of Manhattan Beach.