Luxury real estate in Malibu is prime property for celebrities which makes it all the more attractive to some buyers. However, before you move into your new Malibu luxury real estate and start expecting to run into your favorite TV star in the grocery store, there are a few things you should know about the tacit culture surrounding celebrities in Malibu.

First, one of the reasons that Malibu is so popular with celebrities is the privacy they can get there. Some people tend to think that it’s like celebrity Disneyland that you get instant access to if you buy real estate. This is simply untrue. While you may see a celebrity here and there, it’s really not something you should plan your day around.

Next, the residents of Malibu are somewhat protective of their celebrities, so if you do meet one, then avoid going into paparazzi or ultra-fan mode. Surfers on Malibu beach have even been known to tell paparazzi to move along so that the celebrities can enjoy a little sunshine in peace and it’s really easy to get a bad reputation if you turn into a celeb-stalker.

So although chances are you probably will see a celebrity while living in your fabulous new luxury home, don’t  go crazy over it. There’s no better way to make a bad first impression and the locals certainly won’t appreciate it, not to mention the celebrities themselves.

Russell Grether of Compass Real Estate is a real estate agent based out of Malibu, California. He specializes in the listing and selling of coastline properties from Montecito to Malibu. To learn more about his unparalleled commitment to service, contact him today at 310.589.2471 or visit his website at www.malibuluxuryrealty.com