Los Feliz, the timeless elegance of old Hollywood

Tucked between the creative pulse of Hollywood and the natural serenity of Griffith Park, Los Feliz is one of Los Angeles’ most captivating enclaves, a neighborhood where history, architecture, and artistry converge. Once home to the visionaries of cinema’s Golden Age, Los Feliz continues to enchant a new generation of discerning buyers seeking understated sophistication and cultural depth.

A neighborhood of historic prestige

From Frank Lloyd Wright’s Ennis House to Richard Neutra’s Lovell House, Los Feliz is an open-air museum of architectural brilliance. Its streets reveal a harmonious blend of Spanish Colonial Revival villas, mid-century icons, and modernist gems, many protected as historic landmarks. Each residence tells a story of creative ambition, timeless beauty, and Los Angeles’ rise as a global center of art and innovation.

A lifestyle defined by views and vitality

With portions of Los Feliz perched on the city’s eastern hills, the neighborhood offers panoramic views of Downtown LA, the Griffith Observatory, and, on clear days, the distant Pacific. This elevated setting provides a rare sense of privacy while remaining moments from studios, Beverly Hills, and the cultural vibrancy of Silver Lake. Locals enjoy Griffith Park’s endless trails, the Greek Theatre’s open-air concerts, and Los Feliz Village’s walkable streets filled with chic cafés, indie boutiques, and art galleries. It is a neighborhood where daily life flows effortlessly between nature and creativity.

A global appeal for discreet luxury

For international buyers, Los Feliz represents refined elegance without ostentation. It offers architectural pedigree, privacy, and proximity to Los Angeles’ entertainment and business districts: an ideal setting for both primary residences and second homes. For these reasons, Los Feliz has become a popular neighborhood for celebrities and film industry members who previously would have flocked to Beverly Hills and the westside of Los Angeles.

The DeMille Estate, an icon of Hollywood’s golden age

Once owned by legendary filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille, this extraordinary estate stands as one of Los Angeles’ most iconic properties, a living piece of cinematic history that continues to inspire awe. Set on 2.1 acres of manicured grounds, the property includes a main residence, guest house, pool house, and tea house, surrounded by century-old trees and rolling lawns that ensure total privacy.

Thoughtfully updated to meet the demands of contemporary living, The DeMille Estate embodies the grandeur and romance of Old Hollywood while embracing modern comfort. It is not merely a home but a sanctuary, a place where history, artistry, and lifestyle intertwine seamlessly.

Presented by Ernie Carswell of Sotheby’s International Realty, Beverly Hills