Los Angeles County · CA
Ladera Heights real estate
Mid-century homes on generous lots.
Living in Ladera Heights
Ladera Heights is known for its spacious homes and wide streets. Developed primarily from the late 1940s through the 1960s, the neighborhood is especially known for its California Ranch and Mid-Century Modern architecture, with many homes offering generous lots, open living spaces, pools and beautiful original design details. The neighborhood is made up of Old Ladera, Lower Ladera and Upper Ladera, each with its own slightly different character.
While Ladera Heights itself is primarily residential, everyday shopping and dining are close by along Slauson Avenue and in the surrounding commercial centers. The area offers a mix of longtime neighborhood favorites, casual restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores and everyday conveniences, with local spots like Simply Wholesome, Hilltop Coffee + Kitchen and Mike's Deli nearby. Culver City, Westchester, Playa Vista and Inglewood also offer additional shopping, dining and entertainment a short drive away, allowing Ladera Heights to keep its residential feel without feeling removed.
What Is My Home Worth?
The homes
Many Ladera homes were custom-built, and you'll also find split-level designs, often with more square footage and larger lots than in nearby Westside neighborhoods. Old Ladera generally has the earlier, more modest homes, while Upper and Lower Ladera hold many of the larger custom homes, and some hillside properties have views. Unlike areas where small original homes were later expanded, many Ladera homes were substantial from the start.
Buying or selling in Ladera Heights
For buyers, Ladera Heights often means more house and more land for the budget, along with a strong collection of preserved mid-century architecture. For sellers, those original details and the size of the lot are a big part of the story a buyer will fall for.
I have sold homes in Ladera Heights. If you are thinking about selling your Ladera Heights home or buying in Ladera Heights, I would love to connect!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ladera Heights part of Los Angeles?
Not the City of Los Angeles. Ladera Heights is an unincorporated community in Los Angeles County, so it is governed by the county rather than a city of its own.
What are Old, Upper and Lower Ladera?
The three sections of Ladera Heights. Old Ladera, the original late-1940s section, generally has earlier and more modest homes. Upper and Lower Ladera, built out through the 1950s and '60s, hold many of the larger custom mid-century homes.
Explore more of Los Angeles
Ready to make your move with Nicole Strober?