Best Neighborhoods in Beverly Hills: Flats, Hills, and Golden Triangle

Beverly Hills may be only 5.7 square miles, but within that compact footprint lies considerable residential diversity. The sun-drenched residential streets of the Flats feel nothing like the winding, gated roads of the Hills. The Golden Triangle's walkable energy is worlds apart from the quiet luxury of Trousdale Estates above Sunset.

Understanding Beverly Hills' internal geography is essential for finding the right spot — whether you're prioritizing proximity to schools, architectural style, privacy, or walkability to the city's legendary commercial core.

The Beverly Hills Flats

What It Is

The Flats refer to the flat, grid-patterned residential streets between Wilshire Boulevard (south), Santa Monica Boulevard (bisecting), and Sunset Boulevard (north). This is the most recognizable Beverly Hills residential landscape — grand homes on wide, tree-lined streets with carefully maintained parkways.

The Flats are further divided by Santa Monica Boulevard into North Flats (between Santa Monica Blvd and Sunset) and South Flats (between Wilshire and Santa Monica Blvd).

Best Streets in the North Flats

• North Roxbury Drive — Between Sunset and Santa Monica Blvd, North Roxbury is considered one of the premier streets in all of Beverly Hills. Mature sycamore trees canopy the street, and homes range from $8M to $25M.
• North Bedford Drive — Equally prestigious, Bedford is known for its architectural consistency and the quality of its homes. Jack Benny, Lucille Ball, and other Golden Age celebrities made Bedford their address.
• North Maple Drive — Wide, quiet, and lined with estates ranging from $6M to $20M.
• North Canon Drive — Connects seamlessly to the commercial Canon Drive (home to some of BH's best restaurants), making North Canon ideal for those who want estate living adjacent to dining.

Best Streets in the South Flats

• South Elm Drive / South Linden Drive — More modestly priced by Beverly Hills standards ($4M–$10M), the South Flats offers the same BH lifestyle, excellent BHUSD schools, and an easy walk to the Golden Triangle.
• Charleville Boulevard — Site of Horace Mann School (K–8) and quality residential stock in the $3.5M–$8M range.

Who Chooses the Flats

Families who want their children in Beverly Hills Unified schools while maintaining easy walkability to the city's commercial district choose the Flats overwhelmingly. The street grid is mover-friendly, the lots are flat, and the community feel is strong.

The Beverly Hills Hills (North of Sunset)

What It Is

North of Sunset Boulevard, Beverly Hills ascends into the Santa Monica Mountains foothills. Roads become winding, properties become dramatically larger and more private, and prices ascend accordingly.

This area is sometimes informally divided into upper and lower zones:

• Lower Hills (directly north of Sunset, accessible from Benedict Canyon, Coldwater Canyon, and roadways off Sunset): More accessible, with properties in the $8M–$25M range.
• Upper Hills / Adjacent Estates: The ultra-luxury tier, including Cielo Drive, Tower Road, and properties bordering Bel Air, where estates reach $50M–$150M+.

Key Roads and Addresses

• Benedict Canyon Drive — Running north from Sunset into the hills, Benedict Canyon Drive is one of the primary access roads to the Hills. The homes along Benedict Canyon itself (BH section) are grand and often gated.
• Tower Road — One of the most exclusive addresses in Beverly Hills. A curved, quiet road lined with some of the finest estates in Southern California.
• Loma Vista Drive — Parallel to Benedict Canyon, Loma Vista is residential luxury with sweeping canyon views.
• Coldwater Canyon Drive (Beverly Hills portion) — Connects to Studio City over the mountains; the BH section features estates with large lots and panoramic views.

Who Chooses the Hills

Those who prioritize absolute privacy, views, and architectural drama choose the Hills. The trade-off is distance from schools (BHUSD buses serve Hill residents) and the complex moving logistics that come with winding private roads. LuxeMove specializes in Hills moves, with shuttle truck protocols and advance site assessment standard for every engagement.

The Golden Triangle and Adjacent Commercial Areas

The Golden Triangle — bounded by Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica Boulevard, and Rexford Drive — is Beverly Hills' commercial heart and one of the most valuable retail corridors on earth.

While primarily commercial, the blocks immediately adjacent to the Triangle (particularly on the north and east sides along Canon Drive and Beverly Drive) blur the line between commercial and residential, with some boutique apartment buildings and luxury condominiums.

Luxury Condominiums Near the Golden Triangle

• The Beverly Hilton area (Wilshire/Santa Monica Blvd) has high-rise residential options
• 9903 Santa Monica Blvd and neighboring buildings — Full-service luxury condominiums with doormen and concierge services
• The Residences at The Beverly Hilton — Rare full-service branded residences adjacent to the hotel

Trousdale Estates

Technically part of Beverly Hills zip code 90210, Trousdale Estates (also known as the Trousdale Estates Subdivision) sits in the hills just north of Sunset and east of Beverly Drive. Developed in the 1950s–1960s as a planned luxury community, Trousdale is known for its mid-century modern architecture — flat-roofed, glass-walled homes designed by architects like A. Quincy Jones and William Pereira.

Elvis Presley, Dean Martin, and Bob Hope all owned homes in Trousdale. Today, it's a favorite for design-forward buyers who want Beverly Hills prestige combined with architectural significance.

Homes in Trousdale range from $6M to $50M+ and sit on flat, wide lots that are more accessible than the winding Hills roads. LuxeMove's Trousdale moves are manageable with full-size trucks on most streets.

Holmby Hills — The Platinum Triangle's Third Point

While technically its own district (part of LAPD's West LA Division, not the Beverly Hills city), Holmby Hills is part of what real estate professionals call the Platinum Triangle — Beverly Hills, Bel Air, and Holmby Hills together. Properties on Mapleton Drive and Club View Drive in Holmby Hills rival Bel Air in scale and prestige.

The Playboy Mansion (10236 Charing Cross Road) and Greystone Mansion (905 Loma Vista Drive) are among Holmby Hills' landmarks.

Choosing the Right Beverly Hills Neighborhood for Your Move

| Neighborhood | Best For | Price Range | Move Complexity | |--------------|----------|-------------|-----------------| | North Flats | Families, walkability | $6M–$20M | Low | | South Flats | Families, value within BH | $3.5M–$10M | Low | | Lower Hills | Privacy + BH services | $8M–$25M | Medium | | Upper Hills | Ultra-privacy, views | $15M–$80M+ | High | | Trousdale | Architecture, views | $6M–$50M | Medium |

No matter which Beverly Hills neighborhood you choose, LuxeMove has the local knowledge to make your move seamless. We've navigated permits on Bedford Drive, shuttle trucks on Tower Road, and elevator reservations on Wilshire Blvd — and we're ready to handle yours.

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