ZIP code 90028 is central Hollywood, and almost everyone here rents. The 2020 Census counted about 32,300 people and more than 18,000 households in a little over a square and a half. Nearly all occupied homes, about 97 percent, are rentals. EZ Casa Buyer talks with owners across 90028 about a possible direct sale of apartment buildings, mixed-use and commercial properties, and any single-family or hillside homes.
Property situations we hear about in 90028
Common situations include:
- Apartment buildings and courtyard buildings with long-term tenants
- Condominium units rented to tenants or held by heirs
- Mixed-use and small commercial buildings along the boulevards
- Hillside and older single-family homes that need repairs or updates
- 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.
Hollywood Boulevard and its historic district
Hollywood Boulevard has a Commercial and Entertainment District on the National Register of Historic Places, listed in 1985. It covers twelve blocks and 63 contributing buildings, many of them from the 1920s and 1930s, and the Hollywood Walk of Fame runs through it. If you own a building on or near the boulevard, ask LA City Planning or the Office of Historic Resources what designations apply to your address.
A newer plan for Hollywood
The City’s Hollywood Community Plan guides development here. The LA Conservancy reports that the City Council adopted the final ordinances for the updated plan on January 7, 2025, and that it took effect on February 11 of that year. It replaced an older plan from 1988 and includes a Community Plan Implementation Overlay for part of Hollywood. Because the updated plan can change zoning, height, and density in parts of the area, ask LA City Planning how it applies to your parcel before you decide how to sell.
Hillside historic neighborhoods
North of Hollywood Boulevard, the streets climb into the hills. City Planning lists a Whitley Heights Historic Preservation Overlay Zone for a hillside neighborhood east of the Hollywood Bowl and north of Franklin Avenue, where most homes date from 1918 to 1928. In an overlay, street-facing changes generally need review by a local board before work begins. That can add time and cost to a repair, a point worth weighing if you are choosing between fixing a historic property and selling it as it stands. LA City Planning can confirm whether your address is inside an overlay.
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 here 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.
If you own a condominium, your association’s documents matter too. Dues, special assessments, and any limits on renting your unit can affect a sale, so gather them before you talk with a buyer.
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 building who wants wide market exposure and has time for preparation and negotiation. A rented apartment building and a historic hillside house raise different questions, so it makes sense to compare both routes for your own property.
Questions about selling in 90028
Which planning rules apply to my property?
It depends on the block. LA City Planning can confirm the zoning and which plans or overlays apply to your address.
Does EZ Casa Buyer consider properties in Hollywood?
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 I ask about a commercial or mixed-use building?
Yes. Commercial and investment properties are part of the conversation. Share the use, occupancy, and condition, and we will take a look.
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 90028 ZIP code, whether it is an apartment building, a commercial property, or an inherited home, 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.
Own another property in ZIP code 90029? EZ Casa Buyer helps owners explore an as-is sale of houses, rentals, and inherited properties, including those that need repairs or updates. Learn more about selling a property in 90029 and contact our team to discuss your property, a possible cash offer, and your preferred closing timeline.