95+% of the value of land in LA is because it's in LA not because it's on the coast. Just compare land costs vs various properties ~1 mile from the ocean in Fl

95+% of the value of land in LA is because it's in LA not because it's on the coast. Just compare land costs vs various properties ~1 mile from the ocean in Florida or Texas far from cities. Meanwhile you can an awesome spot in central WV with a nice stream an a scenic waterfall perfect view for a family home. But it's not worth much because it's far from restaurants, office paying six figures etc.