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In the late 1980s, LFIA began a survey of the 5,000+ properties in the neighborhood that included detailed records and property descriptions along with property photos and, when available, anecdotal or factual cited material. The survey featured architecturally notable residences and buildings in the Los Feliz district, some dating back to 1900, and in recent years census data has been added.
We’ve transferred all this survey data to a user-friendly interactive map & property search allowing easy access to anyone curious about Los Feliz and its past. There’s lots to find including:
- The work of famous architects like Frank Lloyd Wright and his Mayan Revival Hollyhock and Ennis Houses, and America’s first steel-framed residence, Lovell Health House, designed by Richard Neutra;
- Accounts of the early Hollywood workforce, including silent film stars, writers, costumers, filmmakers like Cecil B. DeMille and Walt Disney, and others who once called Los Feliz home;
- Improbable architectural hybrids (Dingbat/Spanish or Craftsman/Tudor Revival);
- Sixty-plus Historic-Cultural Monuments
There are two ways to explore: Browse the Map and Search by Keyword, described below. The map uses Google Maps, so the format will probably be familiar to many.
how to browse the map
- Start by enlarging the map to its full size to view the entire neighborhood: Click on the expand icon in the upper right corner to make the map full size, and choose either the Map or Satellite view.
- Zoom in to find the individual property pins.
- Click on a pin to see the address; click on the address to open the property detail page (a new browser tab will open) to read about the property and see what it looks like. Close the browser tab to return to the map.
- To switch to Street View, drag the yellow pegman in the lower right corner to any location on the map and Street View will open. To return to the interactive map, close Street View by clicking the back arrow in the upper left tab.
how to search the survey
Using the Keyword box, search for an address, street, architect, silent film star, landmark, etc.
- Enter search word(s) in the Keyword box and click Search.
- Search results will appear below.
- Click on the image to see the details.
Important search note: Make sure the boxes are clear before starting a new search.
how to search by architectural style
The Any Category box has a drop down menu listing architectural styles identified in Los Feliz, from Art Deco to Zig Zag Moderne.
- From the menu, choose a style and click Search.
- Search results will appear below.
- Click on the image to see the details.
Important search note: Make sure the boxes are clear before starting a new search.
how to search for historic-cultural monuments
The 60-plus Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monuments in Los Feliz can be found using the drop down menu in the Any Category box.
- In the Any Category box, choose Historic-Cultural Monument and click Search.
- Search results will appear below.
- Click on the image to see the details.
- You can also do a Keyword search if you know the name or address of the monument.
Important search note: Make sure the boxes are clear before starting a new search.
where’s my house?
If you don’t find your house on the map, we’re happy to add it. Send us an email to get the process started.
can I add to the history of my house?
If you want to update or add information, history, or photo of your house, send us an email with the details.
what if I don’t want my house on the map?
Send us an email and we will take care of it.
Please note: For privacy purposes, the LFIA map does not include interior photographs of homes or information regarding current residents.
We hope you enjoy this interactive map & property survey highlighting the rich architecture and history surrounding us. Zoom and click away!
