Hollywood Real Estate Market Update

Hollywood Real Estate Market Update — December 2025

The Hollywood real estate market closed out 2025 with steady activity, strong interest in updated homes, and high demand in some of the area’s most iconic neighborhoods. While December typically brings a seasonal slowdown, Hollywood saw consistent buyer traffic and competitive pricing across several sub-areas.

Here’s your full Hollywood market update for December 2025.

Market Snapshot

Key at-a-glance numbers this month:

Median Home Price: ~$1.05M
Average Days on Market: ~34 days
Inventory: Slight decline (normal for December)
Buyer Activity: Moderate but targeted — especially for updated or turnkey homes
Seller Activity: Fewer new listings, but homes priced correctly performed well

Hollywood continues to be a popular destination for creatives, professionals, and first-time buyers seeking central access to the best of Los Angeles.

What This Means for Buyers

Buyers benefited this month from less competition and more negotiating room on homes staying longer than 21–28 days.
Advantages for December buyers:

Sellers open to concessions (closing cost credits, repairs)
More time to make decisions
Good opportunity for buyers moving early 2026
Holiday-season listings seeing quieter traffic

Turnkey homes under $1.2M were still competitive, but fixers and older properties offered price flexibility.

What This Means for Sellers

Hollywood sellers are still in a strong position, but pricing right from day one is essential.

Homes selling the fastest in December had:

Updated kitchens and baths
Open layouts
Modernized systems (roof, HVAC, electrical)
Walkability to Sunset Blvd or Hollywood attractions

Demand remained particularly strong in:

Hollywood Hills East
Sunset Square
Spaulding Square
Hollywood Dell

Properties with views or modern renovations saw the highest buyer turnout.

Neighborhood Spotlight

Hollywood is made up of several micro-markets, and these stood out:

Hollywood Hills: Strong interest in view homes; luxury buyers stayed active
Hollywood Dell: Fast-moving, good community feel; homes under $1.5M moved quickly
Sunset Square: High demand for historic charm; consistent appreciation
East Hollywood: Popular with first-time buyers; competitive pricing

Each sub-area continues to attract different buyer types, making Hollywood one of LA’s most dynamic real estate zones.

Expert Takeaway

Hollywood is ending 2025 with steady strength, balanced pricing, and a healthy mix of buyer demand.
Looking ahead to early 2026:

Inventory expected to rise
Buyer activity typically surges in February–March
Turnkey homes will continue to sell the fastest
Hollywood Hills and Sunset Square remain appreciation leaders

Whether you're buying or selling, timing and strategy will be key going into the new year.

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Hollywood Listings:

$1,195,000

SR26216524 MLS

INVESTOR / BUILDER / DEVELOPER OPPORTUNITY! Located in the heart of Hollywood’s Afton Square neighborhood, this classic 1920s Mediterranean-style quadraplex presents a rare opportunity to acquire a large R3-zoned multifamily property with significant upside potential. Situated just minutes from the Hollywood Walk of Fame and directly across from Sunset Gower Studios’ Stage 9, the property offers an exceptional location for investors, owner-users and developers alike. The approximately 7,700-square-foot lot features a character-rich four-unit building with approximately 5,746 square feet of interior space. Each spacious unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, with oversized interiors, high ceilings, crown molding and the architectural character associated with Hollywood’s classic apartment buildings. Two units are currently ready for rehabilitation, providing an immediate opportunity for a new owner to renovate and reposition the vacant units. The remaining two units are occupied.The property is zoned LAR3, offering potential for future development or expansion. The site may also present opportunities for additional accessory dwelling units or other residential improvements under applicable current City of Los Angeles and California regulations. Buyer to independently verify all zoning, development, ADU, SB 79, density, parking, historic-resource, RSO and other development requirements with the appropriate governmental agencies and qualified professionals.

6101 Afton Place, Hollywood

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Lance Friedman (lancefriedman@bhhscal.com) from Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties.

$2,195,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ SR26185723 MLS

This charming curbside estate sits in the heart of the Hollywood Hills, in Lake Hollywood Estates Park under the iconic Hollywood Sign, on a 10,000-square-foot lot. Enjoy easy access to the walking paths around Lake Hollywood and stunning hilltop views—on clear days you can see the ocean. Featuring a newly remodeled pool area and a large backyard, this two-story home offers five bedrooms and three full bathrooms. A 2½-car garage provides ample storage and workspace. Windows throughout the home deliver excellent natural light. Located just minutes from Universal Studios, Warner Bros. Studios, the Hollywood Bowl, Sunset Boulevard, and Los Angeles, it is priced to sell. Call to set up a tour.

6304 Mirrior Lake Dr, Hollywood Hills

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Dustin Arklin (dustinarklin@yahoo.com) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Antelope Valley.

$1,449,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26876451 MLS

Nestled in the heart of the historic Hollywood Dell, this gem offers a rare blend of modern sophistication and tranquil canyon living. This meticulously remodeled contemporary residence features an open concept floor plan defined by soaring ceilings and rich hardwood floors. Floor to ceiling glass sliders in the main living area frame breathtaking, unobstructed views of the Los Angeles city lights and rolling hills. The gourmet kitchen serves as the centerpiece of the home, boasting sleek Caesarstone countertops, designer cabinetry, and premium stainless steel appliances.The main residence includes three spacious bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, all updated with high end finishes and modern systems. Adding incredible value to this property is a fully permitted, 500 square foot detached Accessory Dwelling Unit. Complete with its own bedroom, bathroom, and private viewing deck, this versatile space is perfect for a creative studio, guest house, or high yield rental opportunity. Experience the ultimate California lifestyle with multiple outdoor entertaining decks and the convenience of an attached garage. Located just minutes from the Hollywood Bowl and Griffith Park hiking trails, this home provides a secluded sanctuary without sacrificing proximity to the best dining and entertainment in the city. With newer HVAC, updated plumbing, and turn key interiors, this Hollywood Hills gem is ready for its next chapter.

6295 Ivarene Ave, Hollywood Hills

Courtesy of Keller Williams Studio City, Stepan Boyadzhyan - CA DRE#02031337

$1,449,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26876451 MLS

6295 Ivarene Avenue, Hollywood Hills

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Stepan Boyadzhyan (sfvsteve@gmail.com) from Listing Office: Keller Williams Studio City.

$1,375,000

SR26105447 MLS

4-plex building, including a single family in front. Below market rents. Possible redevelopment.

1137 N Ardmore, Hollywood Hills East

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Frank Trejo (franktrejo1@gmail.com) from Listing Office: Rodeo Realty.

$1,300,000

SR26052806 MLS

Major price improvement! Sellers want offers. Financing avialble! Spectacular building sites on the Durand Drive ridgeline in Beachwood Canyon. The property consists of 6 contiguous lots (1.57 acres, 68,250 SF, separate APN's) with excellent views of the Hollywood sign, Lake Hollywood Reservoir, and Downtown Los Angeles. Downsloped from the street for a truly spectacular hillside custom home project with an extensive amount of land, rare for the Hollywood Hills. The entry lot has a flat area at the street level; homes on either side are in the multi-million dollar price range. This is a rare opportunity to build a large view home or multiple homes with plenty of land for gardens, trails, a dream compound within the scenic and famous Hollywood Hills. The views and exquisite natural surroundings are at your doorstep, offering the perfect setting for a stellar property. Hiking trails are adjacent, including the nearby circuit around the Hollywood Reservoir (3.5 miles, flat and serene) and more adventurous hikes up the hills and trails. It is a few blocks from the Beachwood Canyon Market and the Cafe and a short distance to commute to several major studios. These include Netflix, Universal, Disney in Burbank and Hollywood's famed production sites. It is your peaceful retreat in the Hills, and minutes from Hollywood. Several nearby properties are in the $10M and more range. This 6 lot package is fit for a compound estate, or multiple homes, and presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The topography is downsloped from the street. City utility services are in the street; prestigious homes are on either side of this land on one of the best streets in Beachwood Canyon. The owners acquired through foreclosure wants to sell. Seller financing available to qualified buyers.

2801 Durand Drive, Hollywood Hills East

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Timothy Finn (finntimothy@gmail.com) from Listing Office: Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc..

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