Geography and Population
One of the most elite areas of Los Angeles, if not the world, Bel Air, is an area of Los Angeles? Westside, roughly delineated by the 90077 ZIP code. Beverly Glen and Benedict Canyons, Sunset Boulevard, the 405 Freeway and Mulholland Drive bound the community. Roscomare Road and Beverly Glen Boulevard are the region?s main roads, both running north-south from Sunset into the Santa Monica Mountains.
Bel Air has long been the home to some of the most influential and popular names in entertainment, business and politics. The community is a mix of young and older residents, some with families and some without. What remain constant are a desire for privacy, security, and the ability to afford some of the largest and most luxurious estate properties in Greater Los Angeles.
Bel-Air surrounds the Bel-Air Country Club and Hotel, and residents are within close proximity to Beverly Hills, Westwood and Santa Monica. Movie Studios and Entertainment complexes are on either side of the hill.
Bel Air Homes
Lower Bel-Air homes are situated in the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, just above Sunset Boulevard. These tend to be multi-acre estates, mansions and executive homes with generous pools, extensive gardens and spectacular views. Many of these estates face the Bel-Air golf course, and are within close distance to the Bel Air Hotel. This area is accessible though the East Gate and main streets include Stone Canyon, St. Cloud, St. Pierre, Chalon Road and Strada Court. These homes have an average price of $4 million, with some exceeding $20 and $30 million.
Upper Bel-Air is accessible through the West Gate. This area’s main roads are Stradella, Roscomare Road, Benedict Canyon and Beverly Glen. As homes move up towards Mulholland Drive, the lots tend to become smaller, though many have wonderful views and lush greenery surrounding. Upper Bel Air boasts some of the most spectacular sites for private estates with phenomenal views, and the winding roads are still quiet and lush.
Beverly Glen is a mini-community unto itself, with a small market and plaza, and a few restaurants known for their quality and privacy.
Community and Culture
As one of Los Angeles’ most private residential enclaves, Bel Air does not offer the sort of public community events found in areas such as Westwood and Brentwood. However, residents are close to everything – from first-class shopping, dining and entertainment, as well as abundant recreational opportunities. The Bel-Air Country Club, Golf Course and Hotel often serve as a "home away from home" for locals – many residents are within walking distance and often meet regularly for games, drinks or a meal. Socializing in Bel Air often takes the form of in-home entertaining.
In Beverly Glen, the closer proximity of homes creates a more traditional neighborhood ambiance, and an active community association provides an opportunity for residents to meet and discuss matter such as local traffic, zoning laws and charitable or fund-raising events. The Beverly Glen plaza is a popular spot to meet, and the area’s few restaurants are universally of high quality.
