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Beverly Crest
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Beverly Crest is a hillside neighborhood in the Hollywood area defined by winding residential streets, substantial tree cover, and significant elevation changes. The area ranks among LA's cleanest for air quality and has notably less traffic congestion than most of the region, making it quieter and greener than typical LA locations. However, it comes with a price: median rent of about $3,500 is the highest of any LA neighborhood tracked here.
Living here
Daily life here requires a car. The neighborhood ranks 113th of 114 in walkability, with minimal foot traffic and few nearby shops or restaurants within a practical walk. Transit is limited, though the area does rank 2nd regionally for transit access relative to its car-dependent peers. Getting groceries, coffee, or meals means driving, and most errands push you toward adjacent commercial areas or further afield.
Who it's for
Beverly Crest suits renters who prioritize quiet, tree-shaded streets and clean air over walkability and can afford premium rent. This is a neighborhood for those who work from home or have flexible schedules, value privacy and greenery, and own a car. It's comparable to other pricey, tree-lined areas like Pacific Palisades, Brentwood, and Hollywood Hills West.
Environment & livability
Air quality: cleaner air than most of California.
Long-term diesel PM exposure is linked to elevated respiratory and cardiovascular risk. This area is well below the state median.
Traffic exposure: moderate traffic exposure, below the state median.
Traffic proximity here is better than average for California.
Tree cover: good tree cover, with streets likely shaded.
Tree canopy reduces surface temperatures, absorbs noise, and is consistently linked to lower stress and higher neighborhood satisfaction in urban psychology research.
Walkability: car-dependent area with very limited walkable access.
Designed primarily for driving. Daily errands on foot are difficult. Transit may partially substitute depending on your commute.
Transit: limited transit, infrequent service in this area.
Transit exists but headways are long enough that a car or bike is more practical for most daily trips.
Environmental data from CalEnviroScreen 4.0 and the EPA Smart Location Database. Informational only, not professional advice for a housing decision.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Beverly Crest walkable?+
No. The neighborhood ranks near the bottom regionally for walkability, with very limited foot traffic access to shops, restaurants, or services. You will need a car for nearly all errands and daily activities.
What's the air quality like?+
Excellent. Beverly Crest ranks 1st of 114 LA neighborhoods for air quality, with some of the cleanest air in the region. The elevated terrain and tree canopy contribute to better conditions than you'll find in most of LA.
How expensive is Beverly Crest?+
It's the priciest neighborhood tracked, with median rent around $3,500. This reflects the area's reputation for privacy, greenery, low traffic, and clean air rather than walkability or amenities.
What parks are nearby?+
Briarwood Park is within a short walk. The neighborhood itself has about 1 park per small area, and tree cover ranks 4th regionally at about 24 percent of street visibility, so the area is notably shaded.
What is the average rent in Beverly Crest?+
Typical rent in Beverly Crest is around $3,501 per month based on Census (ACS) data.
How is the air quality in Beverly Crest?+
Beverly Crest has cleaner air than most of California, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 11 of 100, lower is cleaner).
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Beverly Crest?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Beverly Crest are Hollywood Hills West, Shadow Hills, Pacific Palisades and Bel-Air.