Brentwood, Los Angeles

Brentwood, Los Angeles
Name	Brentwood, Los Angeles
Settlement type	Neighborhood of Los Angeles
Coordinates	34.0583°N 118.4733°W
Subdivision type	Country
Subdivision name	United States
Subdivision type1	State
Subdivision name1	California
Subdivision type2	County
Subdivision name2	Los Angeles
Subdivision type3	City
Subdivision name3	Los Angeles

Brentwood, Los Angeles is a neighborhood in the Westside of Los Angeles, bordered by Pacific Palisades to the west, Santa Monica to the southwest, West Los Angeles to the south, Sawtelle to the southeast, and Bel Air to the east. The neighborhood is home to the University of California, Los Angeles and the Getty Center, which is one of the most visited museums in the United States, along with the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the National Gallery of Art. The neighborhood is also close to the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, which offers hiking trails and scenic views of the San Fernando Valley and the Pacific Ocean. Residents of Brentwood include Gwyneth Paltrow, Julia Roberts, and Steven Spielberg, who have all been involved in various Academy Awards-winning films, such as Shakespeare in Love and Schindler's List.

Geography

Brentwood is situated in the Santa Monica Mountains, near the San Diego Freeway and the Sepulveda Pass. The neighborhood is bounded by Mandeville Canyon Road to the west, Sunset Boulevard to the north, and Santa Monica Boulevard to the south. The area is also close to the Los Angeles River and the Armand Hammer Museum of Art and Cultural Center, which is part of the University of California, Los Angeles. The neighborhood's geography is similar to that of nearby Beverly Hills and Holmby Hills, with its rolling hills and scenic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Catalina Island. The area is also home to the Brentwood Country Club, which has hosted various PGA Tour events, including the Los Angeles Open.

History

The area that is now Brentwood was originally inhabited by the Tongva people, who were later displaced by Spanish settlers, including Gaspar de Portolà and Junípero Serra. The area was later part of the Rancho San Vicente y Santa Monica, which was granted to Francisco Sepúlveda in 1839. The rancho was later sold to Henry E. Huntington, who developed the area into a residential neighborhood, with the help of Myron Hunt and Elmer Grey. The neighborhood was officially established in 1916, and was named after the Brentwood area in England. The area has been home to many notable residents, including Marilyn Monroe, Clark Gable, and Jimmy Stewart, who have all been involved in various Golden Globe Awards-winning films, such as Some Like It Hot and It's a Wonderful Life.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Brentwood was approximately 33,312. The neighborhood is predominantly White, with a significant Asian population, including Chinese and Korean residents. The area is also home to a large number of Jewish residents, with several synagogues in the area, including the Stephen Wise Temple and the University Synagogue. The neighborhood is also close to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the California Science Center, which offer various exhibits and programs, including the Space Shuttle Endeavour exhibit.

Education

Brentwood is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District, which operates several schools in the area, including Brentwood School and Paul Revere Charter Middle School. The neighborhood is also home to the University of California, Los Angeles, which is one of the top public universities in the United States, along with the University of California, Berkeley and the University of Michigan. The area is also close to the Santa Monica College and the West Los Angeles College, which offer various academic programs, including associate's degrees and certificates. Residents of Brentwood include Sylvester Stallone, Dustin Hoffman, and Barbra Streisand, who have all been involved in various Academy Awards-winning films, such as Rocky and Kramer vs. Kramer.

Landmarks

Brentwood is home to several landmarks, including the Getty Center, which is one of the most visited museums in the United States, along with the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the National Gallery of Art. The neighborhood is also close to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the California Science Center, which offer various exhibits and programs, including the Space Shuttle Endeavour exhibit. The area is also home to the Brentwood Country Club, which has hosted various PGA Tour events, including the Los Angeles Open. Residents of Brentwood include Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan, and Denzel Washington, who have all been involved in various Golden Globe Awards-winning films, such as Forrest Gump and Philadelphia.

Transportation

Brentwood is accessible by several major highways, including the San Diego Freeway and the Santa Monica Freeway. The neighborhood is also served by the Los Angeles Metro Rail, which operates several lines, including the Expo Line and the Purple Line. The area is also close to the Los Angeles International Airport and the Santa Monica Airport, which offer various flights to destinations around the world, including New York City, London, and Tokyo. Residents of Brentwood include Warren Beatty, Annette Bening, and Tim Robbins, who have all been involved in various Academy Awards-winning films, such as Reds and The Player.

Category:Neighborhoods in Los Angeles