HOLLYWOOD REAL ESTATE

Top 10 Santa Monica

The Best Areas in Los Angeles and what makes them special

Santa Monica and Beverly Hills are areas that stand apart from others in California. This is because they both promise ideal neighborhoods, clean communities and a host of attractions to keep everyone happy, whether it is singles living there, those who want to start families, or seniors looking to retire.

You have to make sure that you're using the right real estate agent when you're looking for homes in Santa Monica and Beverly Hills. A skilled real estate agent knows all about helping you identify not only the perfect homes, but also those which will meet the needs of every buyer regardless of what they are looking for.

Why is Beverly Hills a zip code that you want to claim? The answer is that it is one of the most affluent communities in the world and its homes reflect that. Each is extravagantly designed, with the comfort of whoever lives there considered. It's also quite possible that you might rub elbows with major celebrities when you live there.

Those who want to settle in Santa Monica will also find happiness there. This upscale beachfront community is surrounded by the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. The revitalization of its downtown area and increased tourism area mean this is not only an area with perfect housing, but also alive with restaurants, bars, shops and other venues for residents and tourists.

But where can you find a real estate agent to help you locate a home perfect for you in Beverly Hills or Santa Monica, no matter who you are? Those who truly appreciate what it takes to make a real estate agent stand out recognize Tony Papillo's skills immediately. This is because those who are aware of what it takes in going the extra distance can tell you that he has the unique ability to make sure that his clients always find the right house.

Getting to know Tony is a decision that you will never forget when you're in need of an agent who can help you with properties in California. So what are you waiting for? Contact him today on his cell phone at 310-497-4117.

Shopping

Homeworks 2923 Main Street 310.396.0101 (no Web site) "the ultimate gift store for a giggle or a clever gift, 25 years of getting just the right stuff for just the right occasion"

Bakery

The Victorian Baker Café 2640 Main Street 310.392.4956 www.thevictorian.com "housed in a lovingly restored 1894 Victorian, the Café opened a daily brunch menu at the behest of its Farmer’s Market pastry aficionados"

Pizza

Wildflour Pizza 2807 Main Street 310.392.3300 (no Web site) "long before Wolfgang there was Wildflour, serving East-Coast style pizza with dough made fresh twice daily and toppings even health-conscious Westsiders love"

Kid's Store

JennyBec’s 927 Montana Ave. 310.395.8505 www.jennybecs.com "a wonderful, upscale children’s store whose aim is to make your shopping experience pleasant, and with a wide variety of toys, clothing, games and furniture for the short set…so varied it’s best described as an elegant Toys R Us"

Aquarium

Santa Monica Pier Aquarium 1600 Ocean Front Walk 310.393.6149 www.healthebay.org/smpa/ "what...an aquarium in Santa Monica…is what most locals say; this one, started as a UCLA Marine Center and now run by Heal the Bay, is a true hidden treasure located under the carrousel at the Pier, and offers an eco-view of the Santa Monica Bay complete with touch tanks, a shark/ray tank and a kelp forest"

Theater

Powerhouse Theatre 3115 2nd St. 310.396.3680 www.powerhousetheatre.com "this place lives up to its slogan, ‘an entertainment destination with something for everyone,’ because it is a true community theatre in an international entertainment capital, offering classes, stage performance series and kid’s program, plus more…and its affordable"