As far as most Angelenos are concerned, the Hollywood Hills run from Hollywood in the east all the way to Bel Air in the west, where they start being called the Santa Monica Mountains. In strict, real estate parlance, however, the Hollywood Hills are considered to be only those homes north of Hollywood. Homes in the hills over West Hollywood are usually named after the developments or major streets, like Mount Olympus, Lookout Mountain, or Sunset Strip.

Trying to place all of the homes for sale in the Hollywood Hills into a single category is an exercise in futility, because their styles, sizes, and prices change dramatically from block to block. If any community could be typified as the exact opposite of the suburban, cookie-cutter, tract neighborhood, Hollywood Hills would be that community. The people who live here are also as diverse as the properties.

The Hollywood Hills are defined by narrow, winding roads, spectacular views, and a myriad of architectural expressions. Homes here can sell for as little as a few hundred thousand dollars or for as much as many millions of dollars. The size of the lot, the views it affords, the size of the home, and its interior appointments, all factor into a home's selling price.

The major factor to watch out for is a home's vulnerability to mudslides. Securing the safety of the home you purchase is a great way to ensure that your investment appreciates steadily. BeverlyHillsPeople.com can help you find a good real estate agent who can tell you more about specific properties. Also, feel free to call us at 310.248.2772 or email us at info@beverlyhillspeople.com with any questions or comments you may have.