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Bel Air

Sequestered by the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains and tucked between Mulholland Drive and Sunset Boulevard, Bel Air is one of the most iconic neighborhoods in Los Angeles. With famed television shows and movies such as “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” and “Strangers When We Meet,” Bel Air is heralded by popular culture as an exclusive
- Average Value
  
  $4.69M
- List Price
  
  $1.6M - $120M
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  110 Listings
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Pacific Palisades

Nestled in the coastal foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, Pacific Palisades is known for its low population density, highly rated schools and cliffside homes with spacious yards. This westside neighborhood in the mountains has a secluded, private feel compared to other busy LA neighborhoods like West Hollywood. It also boasts direct access
- Average Value
  
  $3.72M
- List Price
  
  $1.2M - $24.9M
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  83 Listings
Pacific Palisades
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Beverly Crest

Upscale yet secluded, Beverly Crest has one of the lowest population densities in Los Angeles County, offering a lot more breathing room than most LA neighborhoods. “It’s very rare to see a Hollywood tour coming through here because it’s so private,” says Jesse Lally, a luxury real estate agent with The Beverly Hills Estates Inc. who has been
- Average Value
  
  $3.59M
- List Price
  
  $1.3M - $74.7M
- For Sale
  
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  175 Listings
Beverly Crest
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Windsor Square

Historic Windsor Square is a beautiful community of turn-of-the-century Revival-style homes in Central Los Angeles. “This is one of the chicest areas in LA, one of the city’s original posh neighborhoods,” says agent Lori Harris of Keller Williams Realty, a native Angelino. Power lines were laid underground to impress the neighborhood’s earliest
- Average Value
  
  $3.33M
- List Price
  
  $843K - $10.8M
- For Sale
  
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  11 Listings
Windsor Square
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Cheviot Hills

Cheviot Hills is the quintessential sitcom suburban community as a filming location for popular shows like “Modern Family” and “The Goldbergs.” First developed in the 1920s, this golf course-adjacent community sits between the Fox and Sony Pictures studio lots, making it an excellent spot for buyers in the entertainment industry. “Here you’re
- Average Value
  
  $3.15M
- List Price
  
  $1.8M - $9M
- For Sale
  
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  12 Listings
Cheviot Hills
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Beverlywood

Along the quiet, tree-lined streets close to but removed from the bustle of Los Angeles, Beverlywood residents enjoy suburban life minutes away from numerous City of Angels landmarks. From Venice Boulevard to the south to Beverly Hills itself to the north, and with Santa Monica running above the neighborhood as well, Beverlywood was developed in
- Average Value
  
  $2.78M
- List Price
  
  $1.3M - $5.4M
- For Sale
  
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  3 Listings
Beverlywood
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Encino

Encino, the Los Angeles neighborhood where "It’s a Wonderful Life" was filmed, promises just that to prospective homebuyers looking for their own high-end slice of sunny SoCal. “You’ve probably got the largest concentration of the highest-priced properties in the San Fernando Valley here; it has sort of become the Beverly Hills of the Valley,”
- Average Value
  
  $1.95M
- List Price
  
  $299K - $14.7M
- For Sale
  
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  248 Listings
Encino
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Rancho Park

Rancho Park in Los Angeles showcases diverse 1930s-40s architecture, a golf course, and multicultural dining on West Pico Boulevard. Near Westfield Century City mall, it has highly rated schools and convenient freeway access. Rancho Park is a vibrant neighborhood known for its diverse architectural styles and convenient location. Homes here range
- Average Value
  
  $1.76M
- List Price
  
  $1.1M - $3.4M
- For Sale
  
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  8 Listings
Rancho Park
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Playa Del Rey

Playa Del Rey means "beach of the king" in Spanish, so it’s natural that this seaside town is crowned among the best coastal communities in Westside Los Angeles. "Playa Del Rey is right on Santa Monica Bay, with a real old-fashioned beach town vibe," says Erika Edwards, a Los Angeles-based Realtor with Compass, and a real estate agent in the Los
- Average Value
  
  $1.48M
- List Price
  
  $534K - $5.7M
- For Sale
  
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  55 Listings
Playa Del Rey
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Eagle Rock

Eagle Rock, Los Angeles, has diverse homes, from bungalows to midcentury styles. Residents enjoy Eagle Rock Recreation Center's amenities and Colorado Boulevard's trendy dining. The area includes highly-rated Eagle Rock High. Eagle Rock, a neighborhood in northeast Los Angeles, is known for its hip and trendy vibe, attracting families ready to
- Average Value
  
  $1.33M
- List Price
  
  $805K - $2.9M
- For Sale
  
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  27 Listings
Eagle Rock
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Porter Ranch

Porter Ranch might look familiar. Director Steven Spielberg filmed multiple scenes for 1982’s “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” in the neighborhood. He said he chose it for its idyllic suburban look and it has the lifestyle to match. The foothills community is popular among buyers looking for affordable space in the LA sprawl. “It’s the largest
- Average Value
  
  $1.32M
- List Price
  
  $775K - $3.8M
- For Sale
  
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  77 Listings
Porter Ranch
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Mount Washington

Mount Washington leaves residents star-struck with a history of celebrity visits and a relaxing vacation atmosphere. “There was a hotel at the top of Mt. Washington that used to be a getaway for the who’s who of downtown LA in the early 1900s. It became known as where the stars went to get away from the paparazzi,” says Realtor Cherryl Weaver, who
- Average Value
  
  $1.30M
- List Price
  
  $738K - $3M
- For Sale
  
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  27 Listings
Mount Washington
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Glassell Park

Glassell Park, located in Northeast Los Angeles, spans 2.75 square miles in the San Rafael Hills. The neighborhood features a mix of housing styles, from renovated ranch-style homes and postwar fixer-uppers to grand Mission-style mansions. The area is notable for its available land, attracting both professionals and artists. The real estate market
- Average Value
  
  $1.17M
- List Price
  
  $761K - $2.5M
- For Sale
  
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  30 Listings
Glassell Park
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Shadow Hills

Shadow Hills in Sun Valley offers a unique blend of rural charm and suburban convenience, making it one of the few Los Angeles neighborhoods zoned for equestrian use. This area is characterized by expansive lots, some spanning several acres, accommodating large estate-style homes, midcentury ranches, and contemporary houses. The neighborhood's
- Average Value
  
  $1.14M
- List Price
  
  $632K - $2.8M
- For Sale
  
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  24 Listings
Shadow Hills
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West Hills

West Hills, located in Canoga Park, is an upscale suburb at the western end of the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles County, adjacent to the Santa Susana Mountains. The neighborhood features a mix of midcentury-modern homes, Spanish-style stucco houses, and 1990s estates, many with amenities like two-car garages, solar panels, and swimming
- Average Value
  
  $1.13M
- List Price
  
  $740K - $2.4M
- For Sale
  
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  86 Listings
West Hills
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Granada Hills

The Granada Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles is a hot area for buyers looking good schools and a relative bargain. “The most attractive aspects of this area are the school system and the value it offers,” says Compass agent Alan Taylor, who was born and raised in The Valley and is a fourth-generation real estate professional. “Granada Hills North
- Average Value
  
  $1.09M
- List Price
  
  $582K - $2.6M
- For Sale
  
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  57 Listings
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Lake Balboa

Located in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, known locally as the Valley, Lake Balboa is a primarily residential suburb about 20 miles from downtown Los Angeles. “Twenty years ago, this neighborhood didn’t exist; it was just called Van Nuys,” says Keller Williams Realtor Allan Mann, who has decades of experience. “They wanted to spark
- Average Value
  
  $905K
- List Price
  
  $581K - $1.8M
- For Sale
  
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  33 Listings
Lake Balboa
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Montecito Heights

The natural grandeur of Montecito Heights, just south of trendy Highland Park, is known for attracting creatives to its lush, woodsy tranquility. In the late 1800s, famed journalist Charles Lummis built an all-stone castle-like home here by hand that still stands. Painter William Lees Judson found inspiration in Montecito Heights to establish
- Average Value
  
  $902K
- List Price
  
  $508K - $1.8M
- For Sale
  
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  40 Listings
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Mission Hills

Mission Hills, in LA County's San Fernando Valley, offers affordable midcentury homes. It features Brand Park, historic Mission San Fernando Rey de España, and Olivo shopping center. Northridge Academy High is highly rated. Mission Hills, located in the northern part of the San Fernando Valley, is a middle-class neighborhood that offers a suburban
- Average Value
  
  $832K
- List Price
  
  $555K - $1.4M
- For Sale
  
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  20 Listings
Mission Hills
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Arleta

The neighborhood might’ve been the home of Marty McFly from “Back to the Future,” but driving through Arleta feels like a visit to the past. The neighborhood is full of postwar homes and local businesses, giving the Arleta a nostalgic feel. The neighborhood is 20 miles from downtown Los Angeles and sits within Los Angeles County, but it has an
- Average Value
  
  $795K
- List Price
  
  $614K - $1.8M
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  19 Listings
Arleta

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