LIFE IN LAUREL CANYON

Explore Laurel Canyon houses for sale | Few LA neighborhoods have such a rich and colorful history as the hillside community of Laurel Canyon. The subject of countless books and documentaries, this woodsy rugged canyon nestled behind Sunset Boulevard has itself been famous for decades.  Attracting celebrities in the 1920s, with its close proximity to the studios and “get away from it all” appeal, it was in the 1960s the music scene began here. It is said that when Frank Zappa moved to the corner of Lookout Mountain and Laurel Canyon Boulevard, the neighborhood became a center for music, countercultural attitudes and a bourgeoning musical collaboration hotspot. In the mid-late 60s and early 70s, Laurel Canyon became home to many of LA’s rock musicians, Cass Elliot of the Mamas & the Papas, Joni Mitchell, Jim Morrison of The Doors, Carole King, The Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, members of The Eagles, Jackson Browne, Bonnie Raitt, Linda Ronstadt, members of The Monkees and more moved to the Canyon.

The heart of the neighborhood is the Laurel Canyon Country Store. Proudly emblazoned with its welcoming Peace sign, it serves as a hub for the nearby community. You can pick up a latte, gather some basic groceries and procure a great wine for dinner here. Legend has it the lead singer of The Doors, penned “Love Street” while living behind this very store. Today the neighborhood still has a bit of the Rock n’ Roll attitude it was known for in its heyday. Celebrities, professionals and families alike call Laurel Canyon home. If towering oaks, amazing wildlife, the smell of eucalyptus and a spiritual connection sound like something you need more of the legendary neighborhood of Laurel Canyon may be just what you’re looking for. Reach out to Beyond Shelter for more Laurel Canyon houses for sale.

Location: Laurel Canyon is bordered on the north by Studio City, on the east by Beverly Hills, on the south by West Hollywood, and on the west by Hollywood.