Westwood is a Westside neighborhood anchored by UCLA and Westwood Village, bordered by Bel Air, Brentwood, and Century City.
Living in Westwood
Condominium towers along the Wilshire Corridor, apartments near campus, and detached homes in areas such as Westwood Hills and Holmby Hills.
UCLA, the Hammer Museum, Westwood Village Memorial Park, and the historic Village movie theaters.
Life here mixes campus energy with quiet residential streets. The Village has cinemas, casual dining, and weekly farmers market activity, while the Wilshire Corridor offers full-service high-rise living.
Getting around
The I-405 and Wilshire Boulevard are the main links. The Metro D Line extension is planned to reach Westwood/UCLA, and campus and city bus lines are frequent.
A closer look before you choose
Compare HOA dues and building amenities carefully on the Wilshire Corridor; traffic near campus varies by school schedule.
Sources & market notes
- Population
- ZIP code 90024 (approximates Westwood); 2020–2024 (5-year estimate); U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
- Median sale price
- Westwood (Redfin neighborhood boundary); all home types; September 2026; Redfin housing market report
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Guide reviewed October 14, 2026. Boundaries and housing vary by block. Population and market figures are dated source snapshots, not live prices or appraisals; periods and coverage may differ between guides. Confirm property condition, commute, insurance, and association rules for a specific address.