Bel Air, Los Angeles
An Enclave Like No Other
Perched in the Santa Monica Mountains, Bel Air has been synonymous with ultra-private estate living since its founding in 1923 by Alphonzo Bell Sr. Today, it remains one of the most exclusive residential communities in the world — a place where multi-acre compounds are hidden behind mature hedgerows and iron gates, and where the only sound is birdsong and rustling eucalyptus.
Bel Air's winding roads reveal an extraordinary range of architectural styles: Tuscan villas with imported stone facades, sleek contemporary glass pavilions cantilevered over hillsides, and stately Colonial Revival mansions with formal gardens. What unites them is scale, privacy, and an uncompromising standard of quality.
East Gate & West Gate
Bel Air is divided into two distinct areas by the iconic East and West gates on Bellagio Road and Stone Canyon Road. East Bel Air tends toward flatter, more manicured estates with classic architecture, while West Bel Air climbs into the mountains with dramatic canyon settings and contemporary homes perched on ridgelines. Both offer extraordinary privacy and proximity to UCLA, the Getty Center, and the Bel-Air Country Club.
The Bel Air Advantage
What sets this neighborhood apart
Bel-Air Country Club
Founded in 1925, one of the most prestigious private clubs in America with an 18-hole championship course designed by George C. Thomas Jr.
The Getty Center
Richard Meier's architectural masterpiece sits at Bel Air's doorstep, housing world-class art collections and stunning gardens with city views.
Stone Canyon Reservoir
A hidden gem offering serene walking trails around a picturesque reservoir, surrounded by mature oaks and wildlife.
Gated Privacy
Home to over 50 gated communities and private estates, Bel Air offers a level of seclusion unmatched anywhere in Los Angeles.
Near UCLA
Minutes from one of the world's top universities, with access to its cultural events, medical center, and vibrant Westwood Village.
Mountain Trails
Direct access to Santa Monica Mountains hiking trails, including the popular Mandeville Canyon and Sullivan Canyon loops.
Privacy Is the Ultimate Luxury
Median home price: $4.8M • Average lot: 1+ acre • 50+ gated communities
Architectural Masterpieces
Bel Air is a living museum of residential architecture. From the legendary estates designed by Paul Williams and Wallace Neff to contemporary visions by Zaha Hadid and Tadao Ando, the neighborhood attracts the world's most celebrated architects. Recent years have seen a wave of ultra-modern mega-estates featuring infinity-edge pools, subterranean garages for 30+ cars, private screening rooms, and wellness spas that rival five-star resorts.
