BEL AIR

The Ashdale/Glenroy neighborhood occupies an area just north of Sunset Blvd in lower Bel Air. Most homes in the community sit on a gently sloping foothill plateau flanked by two shallow canyons. Many of the elevated residences have views of the city, ocean, and Getty Center. Alternatively, homes along Glenroy Avenue are nestled alongside the canyon floor and trade limited views for a heighened sense of seclusion and tranquility. Proximity to Sunset Blvd affords residents easy access to the 405 Freeway and a plethora of retail and dining options in Westwood Village. Beverly Hills and Brentwood are also just minutes away.

The community has seen a conservative amount of redevelopment, with approximately one dozen second generation homes built since 1982. Newer build homes trend larger and more expensive. Many original houses have been upgraded to various degrees and the vast majority fall in the $2.5MM - $3.5MM price range. Lot sizes are generous and yard sizes vary based location and building footprint. Half the homes in the neighborhood have swimming pools and many feature private gates for added security. 

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ORIGINAL CONSTRUCTION HOMES

Total Homes: 96

Year Built: 1948 - 1960

Bedrooms: 3 - 6

Bathrooms: 2.5 - 7

Home Size: 2,500 s.f. - 5,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 1/4 acre - 3/4 acre

Price: $2,000,000 to $4,500,000

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NEWER BUILD HOMES

Total Homes: 12

Year Built: 1982 - Present

Bedrooms: 3 - 6

Bathrooms: 4 - 10

Home Size: 3,000 s.f. - 10,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 1/3 acre - 1 acre

Price: $2,500,000 to $10,000,000

Bel Air Crest is a gated community occupying 516 acres of mountain ridgetop just east of the 405 Freeway opposite Mountain Gate Country Club. 

Construction of this planned development commenced in 1989 within two sub communities, Bel Air Crest Canyon Homes and Bel Air Crest Custom Homes. Today, the neighborhood encompasses 279 residences and is approaching 100% build out, with only a handful of custom lots still awaiting development.

The building envelope of Bel Air Crest is almost entirely encircled by untouched hillside, as 300 acres of the property were dedicated to permanent open space by the developer.  Most homes are situated on quiet cul-de-sacs and views run the gamut from hillside to ocean depending on location and orientation within the community. Despite a distinctly suburban feel, Bel Air Crest offers immediate proximity to the 405 Freeway and is an excellent base for commuters. Set in the Sepulveda Pass midway between employment and entertainment nodes in West Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley, residents can access all of the amenities the city has to offer in just minutes. 

All homeowners enjoy use of an extensive community amenity package. The Bel Air Crest Homeowners Association (BACHOA) maintains a large clubhouse with a fully equipped gym, great room, and catering kitchen that can accomodate private events. The clubhouse overlooks a large pool and spa surrounded by a spacious sundeck. Other amenities include four lighted tennis courts, lighted basketball courts, chipping and putting greens, and a children's playground. Resident social events are held throughout the year and a security patrol augments the 24-hour guard gated entrance. Interestingly, the BHCHOA is notorious for its disaster preparedness. As recently noted by the LA Times, the HOA has spent $50,000 on supplies and equipment over the past 3 years to remain self sufficient and provide for its residents in the event of an earthquake or other unforeseen emergency.

Bel Air Crest Canyon Homes were built by Prestige Homes in the 1990s. Six base floor plans were offered in the community ranging in size from 2,367 to 4,521 s.f.. Slight variations on these base plans exist throughout homes in the neighborhood. The majority of homes are finished in either a traditional or Mediterranean style and plans offer two to four car garages. The larger floorplans boast elevators and include maids quarters on the garage level. Backyards are modest although a number are large enough to accomodate a small swimming pool. Homeowner's dues comprise two associations with approximately $513 per month allocated to the master Bel Air Crest HOA and $220 per month allocated to the Bel Air Canyon Homes HOA.

Total Homes: 135

Year Built: 1989 - 1992 (exceptions: Brookshire Ln 1994, S. Buckingham Lane 1999)

Bedrooms: 3 - 5

Bathrooms: 2.5 - 5

Home Size: 2,500 s.f. - 5,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 5,000 s.f. to 1/3 acre

Price: $1,650,000 - $2,500,000

HOA Dues: Approx. $747 per month

Sales of Bel Air Crest custom homesites began in 1989 with the first homes completed in 1990. Lots were steadily developed over the years and today the community is virtually built out. Architectural styles vary but homes here are predominantly Mediterranean. The most sizeable yards are concentrated on fringe lots along the canyon rim. Residences are large and many boast wine cellars, home theaters, elevators, gyms, maids quarters and other amenities befitting homes of this caliber. The majority have private pools.

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Total Homes: 144 (plus 4 undeveloped lots)

Year Built: 1990 - Present

Bedrooms: 4 - 8

Bathrooms: 5 - 11

Home Size: 6000 s.f. - 20,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 1/3 acre to 1 acre

Price: $4,500,000 - $20,000,000

HOA Dues: Approx. $900-$940 per month

Bel Air Glen is located near the crest of the Santa Monica Mountains, just south of Mulholland Drive and east of Beverly Glen Blvd. The community sits along the eastern fringe of Bel Air bordering the 90210 zip code. Six base floor plans were developed, all of which feature two story homes with two car direct access garages. Monthly HOA fees are low and the neighborhood offers one of the most affordable points of entry into the Bel Air real estate market. Most homes have modest backyards or patios and many residences at higher elevations enjoy views of the surrounding canyons. The community boasts wide sidewalks - a rarity in the hills of the Santa Monica mountains - and residents can walk to the nearby Glen Centre with restaurants, shops, and a Saturday farmer's market. 

The Bel Air Glen Homeowners Association (BAGHOA) maintains a recreation facility with a recently remodeled clubhouse and fully equipped gym, locker rooms, three tennis courts (one lighted), basketball court, swimming pool, spa, and children's playground. The vicinity is monitored by an around the clock security patrol. For further information on the BAGHOA please visit their website @ https://www.bgphoa.com/

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Total Homes: 220

Year Built: Late 1969 - 1971

Bedrooms: 3 - 4

Bathrooms: 2.5 - 3

Home Size: 2,100 s.f. - 3,200 s.f.

Price: $1,100,000 - $1,600,000

HOA Dues: Approx. $275-$295 per month

Bel Air Park is located at the apex of the Santa Monica Mountains, just south of Mulholland Drive and north of the Bel Air Crest development. The community offers a mix of one and two story homes in a variety of sizes and architectural styles. Although not gated, the single entrance is manned by a 24 hour guard booth and traffic in the neighborhood is limited to residents and their guests. Safety is further augmented by a round the clock security patrol. 

This neighborhood is comprised of flat to gently sloping streets with sidewalks, and approximately half the homes are situated on family friendly cul-de-sacs. All homes along the fringe of the community command unobstructed mountain views, with select parcels enjoying sight lines all the way to the ocean. Most backyards are large enough to accomodate a swimming pool, a fact that the majority of homeowners have taken advantage of. Virtually all original construction remains in Bel Air Park, although many properties have been partially or extensively remodeled/updated over the years. The handful of newer builds trend large for the community, with select developments on Collina Strada and Duomo Via in the 7,000 s.f. to 9,000 s.f. range. 

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Total Homes: 149

Year Built: Late 1970 - 1978

Bedrooms: 3 - 6

Bathrooms: 3 - 7

Home Size: 2,500 s.f. - 6,500 s.f.

Price: $2,000,000 - $3,500,000

HOA Dues: $375 per quarter

Bel Air Ridge (formerly known as Glenridge) encompasses two pockets of residential development on opposite sides of Beverly Glen Blvd. The East and West sections of the neighborhood are overseen by a single homeowners association and share common amenities. Bel Air Ridge offers a rare mix of townhouses interspersed with blocks of single family homes. Homes that have views enjoy vistas of the surrounding mountains with occassional peeks of the ocean and L.A. basin. Sidewalks encourage residents to stroll the community, or walk to shops, restaurants, or the Saturday farmer's market at the nearby Glen Centre.

The Bel Air Ridge Homeowners Association (BARHOA) maintains a robust selection of amenities which all residents are free to enjoy. The West section hosts a clubhouse and the main swimming pool (heated year round), 4 lighted tennis courts,  and the tennis pro shop. The East section is home to a satellite pool (heated April through October), 3 lighted tennis courts and the community fitness facility which boasts a weight room, an exercise room, an aerobics room, and 2 racquetball courts. In addition to the aforementioned amenities, the BARHOA retains the services of a 24/7 security patrol. For further information on the BARHOA please visit their website @ http://www.glenridgehoa.com/

The Bel Air Ridge townhomes are located in both the East and West portions of the neighborhood. These two story townhouses were built in a contemporary style with Mediterranean elements and laid out in two to six pack configurations. Each unit has a two car garage with plenty of additional curbside parking available. Each home has a fireplace and a small yard and/or patio.

AT A GLANCE...

Total Homes: 205

Year Built: 1976 - 1977

Bedrooms: 2 - 4

Bathrooms: 2.5 - 3

Home Size: 2,550 s.f. - 2,850 s.f.

Price: $1,000,000 - $1,500,000

HOA Dues: Approx. $395-$419 per month

Single family homes in Bel Air Park are found in both sections of the neighborhood, although the majority are located in Bel Air Park West. Relatively affordable by Bel Air standards, residences here offer a variety of sizes and architectural styles to fulfill different needs and tastes. Backyards are modest although many can accomodate a swimming pool.

Note: The small lot single family homes along the west side of the southern terminus of Basil Lane are not park of the BARHOA.

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Total Homes: 172

Year Built: 1977 - 1979

Bedrooms: 3 - 6

Bathrooms: 2 - 6

Home Size: 2,000 s.f. - 5,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 6,000 s.f. to 1/3 acre

Price: $1,500,000 - $2,750,000

HOA Dues: Approx $395-$419 per month

The Bentley Area is a small, self contained neighborhood sitting just north of Sunset Blvd and east of Bel Air's west gate and the Bel Air Country Club. A lack of through streets prevent non resident traffic from using the neighborhoood as a cut across to other parts of lower Bel Air. Many homes in the neighborhood boast sweeping views of the ocean, Getty Center, city lights, and Bel Air Country Club. The majority of residences fall within the $3.5MM to $6.5MM price range, with approximately a half dozen estates commanding higher values. Properties in the Bentley Area rarely come up for sale, with 1-3 listings hitting the market per year over the last decade. The majority of homes offer pools and approximately half are gated. A handful of properties with tennis courts and/or detached guest houses are scattered throughout the community.  

In line with other Sunset adjacent neighborhoods, the Bentley area affords residents easy access to the 405 Freeway, Brentwood, and Beverly Hills. All the shopping, dining, and retail options of Westwood Village are just minutes away, as is the UCLA campus.

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Total Homes: 30

Year Built: Late 1937 - 1956 (a few new builds since 2000)

Bedrooms: 2 - 7

Bathrooms: 3 - 8

Home Size: 3,000 s.f. - 8,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 1/2 acre - 1.25 acres

Price: $3,000,000 - $10,000,000

Beverly Glen defines the eastern boundary of Bel Air and encompasses a wooded canyon that runs north of Sunset Blvd to the crest of the Santa Monica Mountains at Mulholland Drive. This page covers homes flanking both sides of Beverly Glen Blvd north of the original East Gate Bel Air tract that do not fall under the umbrella of a homeowners association. 

Homes in the canyon have been continuously built and rebuilt over the last century. Architectural styles run the gamut and size varies significantly. Modest one bedroom cottages dot the canyon and provide an alternative to condominium ownership at a relatively affordable price point. Most larger single family homes offer a Bel Air address for between one and two million dollars. Due to steep hillside topography, decks are more common than yards and lot sizes are often significantly larger than the usable building pad. Swimming pools are few and far between.

The location is convenient for commuters as Beverly Glen Blvd traverses the mountains from West L.A. to Sherman Oaks in the San Fernando Valley. The cost of this convenience is the heavy congestion that comes during peak travel hours. When buying a home in this area, parking can be an important consideration depending on location. 

The northern end of Beverly Glen is anchored by Glen Centre with a few shops, restaurants, and a Saturday farmer's market. To the south, Beverly Glen Blvd continues past Sunset and connects residents to Westwood and Beverly Hills. For outdoor enthusiasts, a network of trails can be enjoyed around the Stone Canyon Reservoir to the west of the community. 

Homeowners can elect to join Residents of Beverly Glen Association, which oversees a community center and social events, and occasionally organizes to take on zoning or traffic issues that impact the canyon. Membership is optional and ranges from $25-$100. For more information please visit their website @ http://beverlyglen.org/

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Total Homes: Approx. 585

Year Built: Late 1910s - Present

Bedrooms: 1 - 5

Bathrooms: 1 - 6

Home Size: 500 s.f. - 4,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 2,000 s.f. - 1 acre

Price: $500,000 - $2,500,000

East Gate Bel Air (often referred to as Old Bel Air) is defined by the original tract map developed in 1923 by Alphonzo E. Bell, namesake of the community. This storied neighborhood is one of the most prestigious and highly sought after in all of Los Angeles. The entrance is distinguished by an unguarded gate spanning Bel Air Road just north of Sunset Blvd. The original lot allotment comprises the southeast corner of modern Bel Air, bordering Holmby Hills to the east and Little Holmby/UCLA to the south. 

Old Bel Air is prized for its large and relatively level lots. Many of the most desirable properties are found in the lower reaches of the community, as building pads generally decrease in size farther from Sunset. Flat acreage can mean limited views, but a number of properties enjoy vistas of the city and canyons (and even the ocean from select lots to the north). Large homes are strategically secluded behind private gates, periphery walls, and towering hedges. Privacy is of paramount concern to many residents. Accordingly, properties routinely come equipped with security systems and many transactions take place off market.  

Many trophy estates in the neighborhood were designed by renowned architects heralding from multiple generations. The typical home in East Gate Bel Air is built to the highest specifications and laden with amenities. Swimming pools are all but ubiquitous. Tennis courts, theaters, gyms, wine cellars, maid's quarters, and detached guest houses are common. Many of the larger properties boast formal gardens and expansive lawns. The community as a whole is verdant with mature trees and meticulous landscaping. 

Note: The original tract map for East Gate Bel Air includes a number of lots along the west side of Beverly Glen Blvd (see map above). Some of these homes command lower prices then the figures listed below, starting at approximately $3,000,000.

Total Homes: 112

Year Built: 1924 - Present

Bedrooms: 3 - 13

Bathrooms: 4 - 16

Home Size: 3,500 s.f. - 45,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 1/2 acre. to 4 acres +

Price: $7,000,000 - $50,000,000 +

EAST GATE ADJACENT (NOT PART OF ORIGINAL ALLOTMENT MAP):

This area encompasses a small pocket of homes sandwiched between Sunset Blvd and the southern boundary of the Old Bel Air original tract map. For all intents and purposes, homes in this neighborhood are considered part of East Gate Bel Air. Properties here offer all the attributes discussed above, but are smaller on average and have a lower price ceiling. 

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Total Homes: 37

Year Built: 1927 - Present

Bedrooms: 3 - 9

Bathrooms: 4 - 10

Home Size: 4,000 s.f. - 15,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 1/2 acre to 1 acre

Price: $6,000,000 - $20,000,000

The Glenridge Area is an unofficial name referring to the pocket of homes adjacent to the Bel Air Ridge (formerly Glenridge) planned development. The moniker was traditionally used to refer to homes along Tiffany and Beverly Glen Circles that were not part of the surrounding homeowner associations. For the purpose of this page and the statistics below, the area also includes homes along the south side of Mulholland Drive. The community defines the northeast corner of Bel Air and sits at the crest of the Santa Monica Mountains. 

Homes in the neighborhood vary significantly in size; those built prior to the 1980s generally top out at 4,000 s.f. while newer construction ranges in size from 4,000 s.f. to over 9,000 s.f.. Architectural styles in the neighborhood vary but new construction has trended heavily Mediterranean since the late 1990s. Properties with canyon views are common, while many homes on elevated lots enjoy sight lines of the the city and/or Pacific in the distance. The focal point of the community is Glen Centre which offers residents immediate proximity to a small market, deli, restaurants, and residential serving retail shops. The Centre also hosts a weekly farmer's market every Saturday from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. 

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Total Homes: 94

Year Built: Late 1950 - 2007

Bedrooms: 2 - 6

Bathrooms: 2 - 9

Home Size: 2,000 s.f. - 9,500 s.f.

Lot Size: 7,000 s.f. - 1/2 acre

Price: $1,500,000 - $6,000,000

Lower Bel Air is loosely defined and encompasses a number of sub-neighborhoods discussed on this website, including Ashdale/Glenroy, Bentley Area, Eastgate, Lower Casiano, Moraga Drive, Morage Estates, Thurston Area and West Gate. The portion of Lower Bel Air discussed below includes all homes north and east of the aforementioned communities, within a 2-5 minute drive of Sunset Blvd (defined by the large orange shaded area in the center of the above map). Property north of this area is considered Upper Bel Air.

The range of home and lot sizes noted below reflects the varied topography of the neighborhood. Larger estates are concentrated within the rolling foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, particularly along the northern fringe of Old Bel Air. Many of these elevated homes have sweeping views of the surrounding canyons, city, and ocean. More modest properties are clustered along the lower reaches of Bel Air's canyons and trade views for a sense of urban seclusion. Regardless of location, usable building pads in this community are often just a fraction of a particular parcel's total acreage. Despite the hillside setting swimming pools are common, even in the more densely populated canyons.

Homes in Lower Bel Air are particularly desirable for their proximity to Sunset Blvd. Residents enjoy ease of access to shopping, dining, and commercial centers from Brentwood to Beverly Hills. Those needing to commute benefit from easy access to the 405 Freeway, connecting to the San Fernando Valley and all of West L.A.. 

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Total Homes: Approximately 475

Year Built: Late 1920s - Present

Bedrooms: 2 - 10

Bathrooms: 2 - 12

Home Size: 1,750 s.f. - 25,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 7,500 s.f. - 4 acres

Price: $1,500,000 - $30,000,000

The Lower Casiano area is located north of Moraga Drive and east of Sepulveda Blvd along the western boundary of Bel Air. This lower Bel Air neighborhood encompasses homes along the southern section of Casiano Drive and two small side streets, Montego Drive and Acanto Place. The freeway adjacent location is convenient for commuters, but traffic noise can effect the area, particularly with regards to properties that back up to Sepulveda Blvd.  Noise pollution is also an important consideration for buyers along the west side of Casiano, where sound may carry up the canyon wall. 

Homes in the neighborhood are relatively uniform in size by Bel Air standards, with the vast majority falling between 2,000 s.f. and 4,000 s.f. Half a dozen larger residences exist, ranging in size from 4,000 s.f. to 6,500 s.f. and commanding prices from approximately $3MM to $5MM. Views throughout the community vary significantly. Nearly all addresses on the ridge above 1000 Casiano have canyon views, with many easterly facing properties overlooking Moraga Vineyards. Most westerly facing homes enjoy panoramas of the Getty Center, and higher elevation properties on both sides of the street often boast peeks of the city and ocean to the south. Many residents on Montego and Acanto trade views for larger and more level lots with a higher percentage of buildable area. 

At the terminus of Casiano, the Sepulveda Fire Road extends into Getty View Park. Residents are welcome to use this 'trail' for recreational activities including hiking and bicycling. The dirt road runs along the ridge and connects Lower Casiano with the gated Bel Air Crest community to the north. 

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Total Homes: 140

Year Built: Late 1930s - Present (bulk 1940s - 1960s)

Bedrooms: 2 - 5

Bathrooms: 2 - 6

Home Size: 2,000 s.f. - 5,500 s.f.

Lot Size: 7,000 s.f. - 1 acre

Price: $1,650,000 - $3,500,000

This community encompasses homes located along the southern portion of Moraga Drive, south of guard gated Moraga Estates. The namesake street runs along the base of a canyon in Lower Bel Air. The community is self contained and secluded with Moraga Drive being the sole point of ingress and egress. Lack of thru traffic and tranquil surroundings heighten the desirability of the neighborhood. Moraga Vineyards, an historic 16-acre winery and estate, is located on the east side of the canyon. 

Moraga Drive has not experienced the level of redevelopment seen in other communities nearby. The vast majority of original construction remains, although many residences have been restored or updated to varying degress. The street is lined with mature trees and verdant landscaping. Views are naturally limited for many homes along the canyon floor. A handful of elevated parcels on the east side of Moraga overlook the mouth of the canyon and the city and ocean beyond. Unusual for a canyon setting, lots are relatively large and flat. Grassy yards (both front and rear) and swimming pools are common. 

A strong selling point of Moraga Drive is proximity to major transportation corridors without any of the associated noise. Out of sight and sound up the canyon, residents still enjoy access to the 405 Freeway and Sunset Blvd less than half a mile from the community. 

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Total Homes: 49

Year Built: Late 1937 - 1962 (a few more recent builds)

Bedrooms: 3 - 7

Bathrooms: 3 - 8

Home Size: 2,500 s.f. - 6,500 s.f.

Lot Size: 1/4 acre - 1.5 acres

Price: $2,500,000 - $5,500,000

Moraga Estates is one of a handful of guard gated communities in Bel Air. Of the associations that restrict public access, Moraga Estates offers the largest lots and comprises an intimate collection of just under forty homes. Nestled into the lower reaches of Moraga Canyon, views from most residential parcels are limited to scenery of the surrounding mountains, although some elevated lots off of Vista Moraga boast views of the city and ocean. Canyon walls provide shelter from the surrounding sprawl, affording residents a sense of urban tranquility. Despite the secluded setting, both Sunset Blvd and the 405 Freeway are conveniently just minutes away. 

Homes in Moraga Estates are large and highly amenitized with many offering theaters, gyms, wine cellars and other discerning appointments. Most residences feature pools and over half offer tennis courts. Generous lot sizes afford a number of homes space for sizeable grassy lawns, a relative rarity in Los Angeles. For the discerning buyer, Moraga Estates offers an additional layer of privacy and security in an area already renowned for those attributes.

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Total Homes: 37

Year Built: Late 1979 - 1988 (plus a handful of more recent builds)

Bedrooms: 4 - 7

Bathrooms: 5 - 11

Home Size: 6,000 s.f. - 11,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 3/4 acre to 9 acres

Price: $7,000,000 - $15,000,000

HOA Dues: Approx. $825 per month

Upper Bel Air spans a wide swath of land from Lower Bel Air in the south to Mulholland Drive in the north. Lacking a clearly defined southern boundary, Upper Bel Air has been loosely defined here as all homes in excess of an approximate 5 minute drive from Sunset Blvd. Upper Bel Air includes a number of sub-neighborhoods, including Bel Air Crest, Bel Air Glen, Bel Air Park, Bel Air Ridge, Beverly Glen, and the Glenridge area, which are each discussed in detail on their individual pages. 

The portion of Upper Bel Air discussed below includes all homes not within the aforementioned communities (defined by the yellow shaded area in the center of the map above). A large swarth of this region is overseen by the Roscomare Valley Association (RVA). The RVA is a volunteer organization encompassing 25 housing tracts, and includes all homes along the full length of Roscomare Road and its tributaries. The association acts as a prominent voice representing resident interests, particularly with concern to traffic and environmental issues. 

In contrast with the relatively flat terrain of Lower Bel Air neighborhoods, Upper Bel Air is characterized by homes perched along narrow ridge-lines and nestled along canyon floors. Large lot sizes can be deceptive, as building envelopes are often modest due to steep terrain. Given the size of the neighborhood, it should come as no surprise that home sizes vary significantly. Although few and far between, small bungalows can still be found starting in the low $1MM range. At the opposite end of the spectrum, a handful of grand estates dot the community's largest flat parcels. Views throughout the neighborhood can be spectacular. Many ridgetop homes offer panoramic vistas of the city and Santa Monica Mountains. The Stone Canyon Reservoir sits at the heart of the community and provides a serene backdrop for properties perched on the surrounding hills. 

Much of Upper Bel Air is nearly equidistant between Sherman Oaks in the San Fernando Valley and West Los Angeles. Accordingly, the community offers convenience for commuters heading in both directions. Freeway access is more proximate to properties in the northern reaches of the neighborhood. 

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Year Built: Late 1930s - Present

Bedrooms: 2 - 9

Bathrooms: 1.5 - 14

Home Size: 1,500 s.f. - 15,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 6,000 s.f. - 5 acres +

Price: $1,350,000 - $20,000,000

The Thurston Area comprises the southwest corner of Bel Air, situated north of Sunset Blvd just east of Sepulveda Blvd and the 405 Freeway. Similar to the Bentley Area, this lower Bel Air neighborhood is self contained with only one point of entry. Residents enjoy relative peace and quiet thanks to the absence of through traffic traversing the community. 

The Thurston Area offers a mix of one and two story mid century homes. Redevelopment has been surprisingly limited, although many residences have been partially or entirely remodeled in recent years. Low lying geography limits views in much of the neighborhood, but properties with sight lines of the city, Getty Center, and surrounding hills can be found, particularly along the upper portion of Thurston Circle. 

The neighborhood is an ideal location for commuters. Immediate proximity to Sunset Blvd and the 405 Freeway provides easy access to the San Fernando Valley and all of West L.A.. Abundant retail and dining options in both Brentwood and Westwood Villages are mere minutes away. 

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Total Homes: 74

Year Built: Late 1946 - 1969

Bedrooms: 3 - 5

Bathrooms: 2 - 5

Home Size: 2,000 s.f. - 4,500 s.f.

Lot Size: 1/5 acre - 1/2 acre

Price: $2,000,000 - $3,750,000

West Gate encompasses some of the most sought after real estate in Bel Air.  As the name implies, the neighborhood is situated directly to the west of East Gate(Old Bel Air) and north of the UCLA campus.

The community developed on the heels of the East Gate original tract map, pushing west to accommodate growing demand in the mid 20th century. The primary entrance to West Gate is marked by monumentation and a faux gate spanning Bellagio Rd at Sunset Blvd. The Bel Air Country Club is a focal point of the community, with fairways laid out organically among winding streets and stately homes. 

The neighborhood shares many characteristics in common with Old Bel Air, and the two flow seamlessly together. Large flat lots in close proximity to Sunset Blvd ensure unwavering demand. Homes on the highest end of the spectrum rival trophy properties to the east, while homes of the lower end of the spectrum offer a slightly more affordable point of entry as compared to East Gate Bel Air. Virtually all homes are gated and hidden from public view by protective walls and meticulous landscaping. Many homes at elevations too low for traditional views enjoy golf course frontage and fairway vistas. Virtually any amenity can be found in the community for a buyer able to afford the price.

West Gate contains a handful of estates that significantly exceed the size and price ranges given below. The community will soon be home to the two largest residences in Los Angeles County, with one recently completed (approx. 60,000 s.f.) and the future record holder currently under construction (approx. 85,000 s.f.). Properties of such caliber are often listed off market and would likely advertise nine figure asking prices. 

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Total Homes: Approx. 200

Year Built: Late 1920s - Present

Bedrooms: 3 - 9

Bathrooms: 3 - 16

Home Size: 2,500 s.f. - 30,000 s.f.

Lot Size: 1/2 acre. to 5 acres

Price: $4,000,000 - $30,000,000 +