The late Bob Hope's name is
closely associated with Toluca Lake, a neighborhood within
the city limits of Los Angeles. At one time Hope owned much of the
property in the area and his estate is there. For decades it was a
charming neighborhood with a village atmosphere. Today it retains
much of that charm -- but now, because it is right next to the Burbank Media
District, high rise office towers are its backdrop.
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These beautiful Toluca
Lake homes are located on a street near the foot of the
Hollywood Hills in The Valley not far from Bob Hope's estate.
The architecture of the area is varied: Spanish Revival,
mid-century modern, even an occasional Tudor style home.
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Along the Toluca Lake's
main streets -- Riverside and Moorpark -- are upscale condo and
town home developments. A few of the older buildings are
rental apartments. They all are within walking distance of the village center.
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In the last decade the
Los Angeles city council has renamed neighborhoods all over the
city. Now, in addition to Toluca Lake, there are Toluca
Terrace and Toluca Woods, where these homes -- and the
magnificent Canary Island palm -- are located.
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The Falcon Theater,
founded by film director Garry Marshall in 1997, is especially
noted for its performances for families and children.
There are also revivals staged at the theater located on
Riverside Drive in Toluca Lake near the Burbank Media District.
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Moving to
Santa Clarita?
Take an online
tour of the best neighborhoods, including Valencia.
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Take a preview
tour of the L.A. Arboretum online. |
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