Why you’d want to live in Silver Lake

Silver Lake’s proximity to downtown L.A. and stylish mentality makes it attractive to artists, bohemians, and fashionable families.  This area of Los Angeles is named for the manmade reservoir at the heart of the neighborhood.  A two-mile stroll around the reservoir gives great views of the bungalows, as well as a few Richard Neutra houses tucked into the Silver Lake Hills.  

The lower part of Silver Lake stretches along a section of Sunset Blvd where many trendy restaurants, bars and shops line the street.  The northern section boasts many hillside homes clustered around the Silver Lake reservoir and affords beautiful views of the Lake and surrounding hillsides.

Silver Lake attractive to families due to it’s great school districts.  It is also home to singles and has a strong LGBTQ+ community.  While there is plenty to do and see in Silver Lake, you don’t have to worry about making your way into LA.  Mass transit and freeways are just a short drive away.  This lets you live comfortably in the neighborhood with an easy commute into the city.