If you drive down Sunset Boulevard right now, you’ll see the same thing tourists have seen for fifty years: tall hedges, even taller gates, and a lot of people holding maps they bought on a street corner. Most of those maps are wrong. They’ll point you to a house and tell you it belongs to Jennifer Aniston when she actually moved out years ago, or they’ll claim a certain pop star is “just behind that gate” while the star is actually currently filming in London.
The reality of who lives in Beverly Hills is way more fluid than the tabloid headlines suggest. It's a revolving door of tech billionaires, aging rock legends, and the new guard of "content creators" who have more cash than some Oscar winners.
The Permanent Residents: Why Some Stars Never Leave
While some celebrities treat 90210 like a starter home, others have basically become part of the local geography. Take Jack Nicholson. He’s lived in his Mulholland Drive compound since 1969. Think about that. He’s seen the neighborhood change from a quiet hillside to a high-security fortress zone. He even bought Marlon Brando’s old place next door back in 2005 just to expand his footprint and ensure nobody else could move in too close.
Then you’ve got Taylor Swift. Her house isn't just a house; it’s a literal historic landmark. She bought the Samuel Goldwyn Estate for $25 million in 2015. Most people don't realize she spent years restoring it to its 1934 glory. Because it has landmark status, she can’t just go tearing down walls or adding a neon-lit bowling alley whenever she feels like it. It’s a Georgian Revival masterpiece that connects the "Old Hollywood" era of movie moguls to the modern era of stadium tours.
The Big Power Players of 2026
- Jeff Bezos: He owns the Warner Estate, which cost him $165 million. It’s got a 9-hole golf course. Yes, a golf course.
- Adele: She bought Sylvester Stallone’s massive estate in Beverly Park. Fun fact: she reportedly insisted on keeping the Rocky statue that stands by the pool.
- Leonardo DiCaprio: Leo is a bit of a real estate collector. He picked up a 1930s estate in the "Flats" for about $10 million recently, though he’s often seen more in Malibu.
Beverly Park vs. The Flats: Where the Real Money Hides
Honestly, if you're looking for the "real" Beverly Hills, you have to understand the geography. Most people think it’s just one big neighborhood. It’s not.
The "Flats" are those iconic, palm-lined streets you see in movies. It’s where Leonardo DiCaprio has a place. It’s beautiful, but it’s accessible. You can literally walk your dog past the front gates. But if you’re a mega-star who can't go to the grocery store without a riot, you go to Beverly Park.
Beverly Park is a guard-gated community within Beverly Hills. It’s where the "heavy hitters" live. We’re talking Denzel Washington, Eddie Murphy, and Paris Hilton. Paris actually just moved into Mark Wahlberg’s former mansion there, a deal that went for over $63 million in late 2025. This neighborhood is so private that even Google Street View isn't allowed inside.
What You’ll Find Inside a 90210 Mansion
It’s not just about extra bedrooms anymore. In 2026, the flex isn't a home theater; it's a "wellness sanctuary."
- Oxygen Therapy Rooms: Apparently, just breathing regular air is for the rest of us.
- Biometric Security: Forget keys. High-end residents are using fingerprint and retinal scans to get into their own primary suites.
- Underground Car Galleries: Not garages. Galleries. Some of these homes have elevators specifically for the owner's car collection.
The "House Flipping" Phenomenon
You can't talk about who lives in Beverly Hills without mentioning the people who treat these mansions like trading cards. Ellen DeGeneres is the queen of this. She has bought and sold at least seven properties in the area. In 2019, she bought Adam Levine’s place for $45 million. A few years later, it’s back on the market or sold to the next A-lister.
This creates a weird dynamic. A house might be "The Adam Levine House" one year and "The Ellen House" the next. It makes tracking current residents a full-time job for real estate junkies.
The Shift to Hidden Hills
Is Beverly Hills losing its crown? Sorta.
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A lot of the younger stars, especially the Kardashian-Jenner clan, have migrated to Hidden Hills. It’s about 30 miles away and offers even more space. If you want a private vineyard or a literal lake in your backyard, you go to Hidden Hills. Beverly Hills is for the prestige of the zip code; Hidden Hills is for the person who wants to build a private city.
However, for the global elite, 90210 remains the gold standard. It’s central. It’s iconic. It’s the only place where you can walk out of your $50 million gate and be at a Michelin-star restaurant in five minutes.
How to Actually See the Neighborhood (Respectfully)
If you're planning a trip to see who lives in Beverly Hills, don't be "that person" blocking a driveway for a selfie. Security here is no joke. Most high-profile homes have armed patrols and cameras that use AI to flag suspicious loitering.
Instead of looking for stars (who are rarely just hanging out in their front yards), look at the architecture. From the mid-century moderns in Trousdale Estates—where Jennifer Aniston has a stunning $21 million retreat—to the concrete "fortress" styles like the one owned by Oakley founder James Jannard, the buildings themselves are the real show.
Practical Tips for the 90210 Experience
- Stick to the Public Parts: Visit the Beverly Cañon Gardens. You’re more likely to see someone like Justin Bieber or Selena Gomez grabbing coffee nearby than you are to see them at their front gate.
- Check the Listings: If you want to see the inside of these homes, look at high-end real estate sites like Realtor.com or Zillow. When a house like the $65 million "Brutalist" mansion hits the market, the photos are public.
- Respect the Privacy: Most of these stars chose these homes specifically to get away from the cameras.
The landscape of Beverly Hills is always changing. In 2026, we’re seeing a move toward "invisible luxury"—homes that look like modest walls from the street but contain $100 million of tech and art inside. Whether it's Freddie Freeman selling his L.A. home or Paris Hilton moving into a new compound, the zip code remains the ultimate playground for the world's most famous faces.
Your Next Moves for Celebrity Real Estate
- Verify Before You Visit: If you’re using a "Star Map," cross-reference it with recent news. Many "celebrity homes" listed on those maps haven't been owned by celebrities for a decade.
- Follow the "Flippers": Keep an eye on the property moves of people like Ellen DeGeneres or Ryan Seacrest. They are often the bellwethers for which specific streets are becoming the "new" hot spots.
- Look North of Sunset: This is where the truly massive, multi-acre estates are located. The "Flats" are beautiful, but the real architectural wonders are tucked into the canyons.