Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 23% of Residents
Under 20
17%
Over 65
14%
Hollywood
Hollywood, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,612
Population
143,219
Renter Mix
92% Rent
A thriving homage to the film industry
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Historic
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Film Industry
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Welcome to Hollywood, where entertainment history meets contemporary living in the heart of Los Angeles. This iconic neighborhood offers diverse housing options, from newer apartment communities to classic buildings with architectural character. Studio apartments average $2,165, while one-bedrooms typically rent for $2,598. The neighborhood centers around landmarks like the Dolby Theatre, home to the Academy Awards, and the Walk of Fame along Hollywood Boulevard. Residents enjoy easy access to Runyon Canyon Park, with its hiking trails and sweeping city views, and cultural destinations like the Hollywood Bowl.
The area combines its entertainment heritage with contemporary living and dining scenes. The Hollywood and Vine district features residential communities alongside entertainment venues, while Franklin Village offers local charm with its independent bookstores and cafes. The neighborhood encompasses Thai Town and Little Armenia, each adding their own cultural character to the area. Hollywood began as a separate city in 1903 before joining Los Angeles in 1910 to access the city's water supply. Recent years have brought significant development, including new residential options that complement the area's historic character.
Explore the City
Paramount Pictures was founded in 1912
Universal Studios, the oldest film studio still in use, opened in 1912
The iconic Hollywood Sign
Demographics
Median Household Income
$55,090
Average: $75,322
Education
62,468
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
82,646
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Hollywood has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
92%
Non-Renters
8%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Hollywood, CA is $2,203 for a studio, $2,620 for one bedroom, $3,641 for two bedrooms, and $4,991 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hollywood has decreased by -0.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,620/month
807 Sq Ft
House
$10,756/month
2,245 Sq Ft
Condo
$4,218/month
1,092 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,219/month
1,293 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Hollywood, CA is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Scores provided by
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Runyon Canyon
- Griffith Observatory
- Bird Sanctuary
- Griffith Park
- La Brea Tar Pits
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Bob Hope
- Los Angeles International
Top Apartments in Hollywood
Houses for Rent in Hollywood
Property Management Companies in Hollywood, CA
North Oak Real Estate Investments Inc.
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64
Communities
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1,448
Units
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17
Cities
17 Communities in Hollywood
Moss & Company
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143
Communities
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9,861
Units
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37
Cities
15 Communities in Hollywood
Greystar
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3,491
Communities
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960,251
Units
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891
Cities
13 Communities in Hollywood
Cityview
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29
Communities
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3,982
Units
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11
Cities
12 Communities in Hollywood
Winstar Properties
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37
Communities
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1,563
Units
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8
Cities
12 Communities in Hollywood
Beach Front Property Management, Inc.
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131
Communities
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3,998
Units
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33
Cities
11 Communities in Hollywood
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.