West
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POPULATION 53,848
HOUSEHOLDS 18,443
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE 2
MEDIAN AGE 38
HOUSEHOLDS WITH DOGS 40.1%

West
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Westwood – Classic Homes. College Town Vibes.

Anchored by UCLA and framed by high-rises along Wilshire Blvd., Westwood blends academic energy with classic Westside living. Families are drawn to Little Holmby’s historic homes and tree-lined streets, while the Wilshire Corridor features a row of luxury high-rises with epic LA views.

It’s a neighborhood that feels both established and lively — walkable, diverse, and rich in character. And with thousands of students in town, the streets buzz with youthful vibes. Think casual bars, late-night eats, and a college-town spirit that will always keep Westwood down-to-earth.

Where in the LA is Westwood?

Westwood sits between Beverly Hills, Brentwood, and Century City, with Bel Air rising just to the north. At its heart is UCLA, surrounded by Westwood Village — one of LA’s original planned commercial districts. The neighborhood also includes Little Holmby, known for its 1920s and ’30s homes.
Westwood

HISTORY 10’1

Westwood took shape in the 1920s, when the Janss Investment Company developed the Holmby Hills – with winding streets and elegant homes in styles ranging from Spanish Colonial Revival to Tudor. In 1929, UCLA opened its campus, transforming the area into both a residential pocket and a college town.

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Shopping & Food Recommendations

Diddy Riese

Diddy Riese

A Westwood rite of passage. Fresh-baked cookies sandwiching ice cream, for only a few bucks — a UCLA student tradition since 1983.

Espresso Profeta

Espresso Profeta

Tucked on Glendon Avenue, this café feels worlds away from Wilshire. Exposed brick, courtyard seating, and the best espresso in the neighborhood.

Mr. Chow

Yes, it borders Beverly Hills, but West LA locals still claim it. Glamorous Chinese dining with white tablecloths and the occasional celebrity sighting.

Stan’s Donuts

Stan’s Donuts

A Westwood Village legend since 1965. Famous for wild flavors like peanut butter banana chocolate chip — best enjoyed late at night.

Geffen Playhouse

Geffen Playhouse

One of LA’s finest intimate theaters, right in the Westwood Village. Thoughtful productions, big-name actors, artistic programming.

Broxton Brewery & Public House

Broxton Brewery & Public House

In the old Janss Dome, this modern brewpub serves craft beer, shareable plates, and college-town energy in a historic building.

Schools in Westwood

Primary Schools
Fairburn Avenue Elementary School
1401 Fairburn Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024
PUBLIC K-5 Rating: 4/5
Westwood Charter Elementary School
2050 Selby Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
PUBLIC K-5 Rating: 4/5
University High School
11800 Texas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025
PUBLIC 6-12 Rating: N/A
The Archer School for Girls
11725 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
PRIVATE K-12 Rating: N/A

Parks & Trails in Westwood

Westwood Park

Westwood Park

UCLA Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden

UCLA Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden

Holmby Park

Claire O' Connor

Claire O’Connor

TITLE
Luxury Estates Division

PHONE
310.909-6192

EMAIL
[email protected]

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