Bel Air Real Estate & Lifestyle Guide

• Paul Williams — Arguably one of the most prolific and influential architects in Southern California, known for his elegant Hollywood Regency and traditional styles.
  Notable work: The Castera-Ward Residence and Copa De Oro House
• Richard Neutra — A leading figure in Mid-Century Modern architecture, renowned for his sleek, modernist designs.
  Notable work: The Brown House
• Wallace Neff — Known for the “California style,” which blended Spanish Colonial Revival and Mediterranean influences.
  Notable work: The Fredric March House and Sol Wurtzel House
• A. Quincy Jones — His genius lies in innovative designs that blurred the lines between indoor and outdoor living.
  Notable work: The Nordlinger House
• James Dolena — His glamorous Hollywood Regency and Neoclassical styles are the epitome of opulent living.
  Notable work: Casa Encantada (the most expensive house sold in the U.S.)
• Frank Gehry — While more globally known for his large-scale, deconstructivist public buildings, he did design early residential projects in Bel Air.
  Notable work: The Kline Residence

The median listing price in Bel Air starts at around $9 million, though several landmark estates are listed at over $100 million —a testament to the area’s enduring appeal among ultra-high-net-worth buyers. With limited inventory and consistently strong demand, Bel Air real estate remains one of Los Angeles’ most stable and coveted markets.

The neighborhood is covered by 90077 ZIP code, which encompasses secluded hillside parcels with sweeping city and canyon views. Despite its proximity to Beverly Hills, Westwood, and Brentwood, Bel Air retains a distinct sense of separation—one that has only added to its allure.

Navigating this rarefied neighborhood requires more than just market knowledge. It demands nuance, discretion, and a network cultivated over decades. A seasoned Bel Air real estate agent like Beth Styne brings not only access to off-market listings, but also the strategic insight needed to negotiate at this level. For buyers and sellers alike, working with a trusted Bel Air realtor is essential when the stakes are this high, and the standards even higher.

Roscomare Road Elementary School
? 2425 Roscomare Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90077
A highly rated public K–5 school located right in the heart of Bel Air. Known for academic rigor and a close-knit community, it’s a pillar of the local education community.

Marymount High School
? 10643 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90077
An all-girls Catholic high school located just minutes from central Bel Air. This independent school blends academic excellence with leadership development in a historic hilltop setting.

The John Thomas Dye School
? 11414 Chalon Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
This exclusive K–6 private school sits just outside Bel Air’s borders in Brentwood but remains a top choice for Bel Air families. Renowned for small class sizes, strong academics, and exceptional alumni.

Harvard-Westlake School
? 3700 Coldwater Canyon Ave, Studio City, CA 91604
A nationally ranked 7–12 prep school. Though a short drive away, it draws many students from Bel Air thanks to its Ivy League–level academics, arts, and athletic programs.

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
? 405 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095
Bel Air’s prestigious neighbor to the south. One of the world’s leading public universities, UCLA offers not just higher education but also continuing ed programs, lectures, and cultural experiences.

1. 875 Nimes Road, “Chartwell Estate”
   Price Sold: approx $150 million
   Year: 2019
   Description: Famous for being pictured in the opening credits of “The Beverly Hillbillies,” the estate features extensive grounds, a magnificent estate home, and a secret underground tunnel. Media mogul Jerrold Pernechio purchased the estate in 1986 from the Kirkeby family, and later bought several parcels surrounding the property, renaming it “Chartwell.” It changed hands again in 2019 when Lachlan Murdoch, son of Rupert Murdoch, acquired the estate.
2. 10671 Chalon Road
   Price Sold: $133 million
   Year: 2021
   Description: Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong’s purchase included a modern 18,000 square-foot main house by John Pawson, with a Paul R. Williams–designed guesthouse, pools, a tennis court, and sweeping canyon views.
3. 944 Airole Road, “The One”
   Price Sold: $126 million (plus a 12% auction commission, bringing the total to $141 million)
   Year: 2022
   This massive, 105,000 sq ft., unfinished megamansion was initially listed for $500 million, but sold at a bankruptcy auction, becoming the most expensive home ever sold at auction in the U.S. The buyer was widely reported to be Richard Saghain, CEO of Fashion Nova.
4. 10644 Bellagio Road “Casa Encantada”
   Price Sold: $94 million
   Year: 2000
   Description: A historic 8.4-acre estate overlooking the Bel-Air Country Club, it has twice set records as the most expensive private home sold in the U.S. The estate has been listed for sale in 2024 and 2025.
5. 924 Bel Air Road, “Billionaire”
   Price Sold: $94 million ( + $7 million in furniture for a total of $101M)
   Year: 2019
   Description: A spec home originally listed for $250 million, it features a vast array of luxury amenities, including a helipad and multiple pools. Multiple media outlets reported the buyer was Los Angeles businessman Charles Cohen.
6. 444 Cuesta Way
   Price Sold: $88 million
   Year: 2017
   Description: The modernist concrete and glass mansion boasts multiple structures, four outdoor swimming pools, and extensive living space. The home was purchased by Jay Z and Beyoncé.
7. 534 Barnaby Road
   Price Sold: $69 million
   Year: 2021
   Description: A stately 26,000 square-foot estate overlooking Bel‑Air Country Club’s golf course, it showcases classical stone finishes, grand French doors, and elegant indoor–outdoor staircases. The home is reported to have been purchased by music icon The Weekend.
8. 616 Nimes Road, known as “Lionsgate”
   Price Sold: $46.25 million
   Year: 2015
   Description: Originally built in 1938 and rebuilt in 2013, this nearly 24,000 square-foot mansion includes an elevator, theater, tennis court, guesthouse, and formal ballroom. The name “Lionsgate” was coined by the estate’s previous owner, Kenny Rogers. The home was last purchased by an undisclosed buyer.
9. 475 Bel Air Road, William H. Doheny Estate
   Price Sold: $43 million
   Year: 2014
   Description: Completed in 1963, the historic 3.6-acre Doheny oil-family estate has over 10,000 square feet of refined living space and sweeping city/ocean views.
10. 1026 Ridgedale Road, Fredric March House
    Price Sold: $32.5 million
    Year: 2020
    Description: Wallace Neff’s Tudor Revival masterpiece—once owned by Brad Pitt & Jennifer Aniston—includes a dovecote tower, pool, tennis pavilion, and 13 baths