Los Angeles' Westside communities have been undergoing some significant changes for many years. In general, the whole area is on the rise, as luxury condominiums have moved into several neighborhoods and overall property values have strengthened. Businesses are doing well and the entire Westside economy seems to be humming along nicely.

Though the boundaries may change depending on who you are speaking to, the Westside almost always includes the communities of Cheviot Hills, Westwood, West Los Angeles, Rancho Park, and Century City. The "Beverlywood" area to the south of Beverly Hills is also often included. Some people also include Culver City, or Brentwood, or even some communities west of the 405 freeway, but most do not.

Geographically, the Westside is not that large, but there are an incredible number of residential units in the various communities. Do not think that it is all apartments and condominiums, though. A substantial percentage of homes on the Westside are detached, single-family homes, and many of them are on relatively large lots.

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