Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills CA — neighborhood review

Beverly Hills, CA

Beverly Hills · CA 90210

Updated August 2, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$2.0M

Median Price

60/100

Walk Score

5/10

Schools

21 min

to Downtown Los Angeles

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
15/100
ASafety
92/100
D+Schools
50/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B+Commute
85/100
CWalkability
60/100
WYLT Score59/100

Our Take

Beverly Hills offers world‑class schools, low crime and a high‑end lifestyle, but the price tag is steep and public transit is limited. It’s a solid choice for those who can afford the luxury and are okay with a car‑centric community.

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The Good

  • Top‑rated schools (5/5)
  • Low crime and high safety
  • Access to upscale amenities and parks
  • Convenient 21‑minute commute to downtown Los Angeles

Real Talk

  • !Very high cost of living (median home ~$4.5M, rent ~$5.8K/month)
  • !Limited public transit and walkability
  • !Strict HOA rules and fees
  • !High property taxes and insurance costs
  • $HOA dues (average $1,200–$1,800/month)
  • $Premium utility costs (electricity, water)
  • $High homeowner insurance premiums
  • $Parking permits and maintenance

Best For

High net worth familiesProfessionals seeking luxury lifestyleParents wanting elite schoolsReal estate investors targeting high‑end properties

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh

Crime & Safety

Beverly Hills, CA

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Safety grade

Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Low
9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

50% safer than the national average

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