ZIP code 90024 is Westwood, the area around UCLA, Westwood Village, and the Wilshire Boulevard condominium towers. About 52,900 people lived here at the 2020 Census, in roughly three square miles. Most occupied homes are rentals, about two in three, so many owners are landlords or hold a condominium unit. Westwood sits in the City of Los Angeles and borders Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Brentwood, and Century City, but ZIP lines do not follow city lines, so it is worth confirming which agency covers your parcel. EZ Casa Buyer talks with owners across 90024 about a possible direct sale.
Property situations we hear about in 90024
Common situations include:
- Condominium units rented to tenants or held by heirs
- Older apartment buildings with long-term tenants
- Single-family homes in the residential pockets that need repairs or updates
- Small commercial or mixed-use buildings in and near Westwood Village
- Inherited properties shared among several family members
Mentioning one of these does not guarantee an offer. You also do not need to finish repairs or clear tenants before you reach out.
Local rules change block by block
Westwood has more specific plans than most ZIP codes. The City’s Westwood Community Plan was last updated in 1999, and several smaller plans sit on top of it. Which ones apply depends on the block.
- Westwood Village Specific Plan. This plan took effect on December 1, 2022. It sets a base height limit of 40 feet in the Village, sends projects to a design review board, and lists 46 locally significant buildings that cannot be demolished or significantly altered without a Certificate of Appropriateness.
- Wilshire-Westwood Scenic Corridor. This plan covers the residentially zoned stretch of Wilshire Boulevard between the Los Angeles Country Club and Glendon Avenue. It caps buildings at six stories or 75 feet and requires design review.
- Westwood Community Multi-Family Residential Specific Plan. Adopted in 1988, it sets design, parking, and open space standards for new apartment buildings in several multi-family zones. It also buffers nearby single-family homes.
- North Westwood Village Specific Plan. This separate plan covers North Westwood Village, which the Multi-Family plan leaves out.
If you own a building in one of these areas, the rules can shape what a future owner may build or change. LA City Planning can confirm which plans apply to your address.
Condominiums and association documents
Wilshire Boulevard has many condominium and apartment towers. If you own a condominium, your association’s documents matter. Dues, special assessments, and any limits on renting your unit can affect a sale, so gather them before you talk with a buyer. Many UCLA students live in North Westwood Village’s apartment buildings, so occupied units are common.
Rent rules and permits
The City’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance generally covers rental units in buildings first built on or before October 1, 1978. Many older apartment buildings in Westwood may qualify. The Los Angeles Housing Department can confirm a building’s status, and a landlord-tenant attorney can explain how it affects a sale. Permits and code enforcement go through the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety.
How a direct sale works
- Send us the address, the property type, its condition, and who occupies it.
- We review the details and may ask for more information or a visit.
- If the property fits what we are able to consider, we may present an offer.
- You decide whether the terms work for you, on your own schedule.
An inquiry does not guarantee an offer, and you are never required to sell.
Direct sale or listing with an agent?
A direct sale can appeal to an owner who wants fewer showings, less preparation, or a timeline that fits tenants or a shared inheritance. Listing with an agent can appeal to an owner with a well-kept condominium or building who wants wide market exposure and has time for preparation and negotiation. A rented condominium on Wilshire and an older walk-up apartment building raise different questions, so it makes sense to compare both routes for your own property.
Questions about selling in 90024
Which planning rules apply to my property?
It depends on the block. LA City Planning can confirm whether your address falls in the Westwood Village, Scenic Corridor, Multi-Family, or North Westwood Village plan area.
Can I ask about a condominium unit?
Yes. Having your association documents and recent statements ready helps when you share the details.
Does EZ Casa Buyer consider properties in Westwood Village?
Yes. Share the address and details, and we will review whether the property fits what we are able to consider.
Can I ask about a building that still has tenants?
Yes. We are glad to discuss an occupied building without asking you to remove tenants first.
Can several heirs talk to you about an inherited property?
Yes. An attorney can confirm probate steps and who has authority to sell, and we can talk through the rest.
Do I have to accept an offer if I contact you?
No. Any offer we present is yours to accept or decline.
If you own a property in the 90024 ZIP code, whether it is a condominium, an apartment building, or an inherited property, we are glad to talk it through. Send the address, condition, occupancy, and the timing you have in mind, and we will let you know what a direct sale could look like.
Editor note: the “single-family homes in the residential pockets” bullet and the “small commercial or mixed-use buildings” bullet are generic. I did not find a source for how common they are in this ZIP.
Own another property in ZIP code 90025? EZ Casa Buyer helps owners explore an as-is sale of houses, condos, and rental properties, including those that need repairs or updates. Learn more about selling a property in 90025 and contact our team to discuss a possible cash offer and a closing timeline that fits your plans.