Whitley Court

Whitley Court comprises five connected bungalows featuring bay turrets in Spanish Colonial style, arranged in a row along Whitley Avenue. The structures display ornamental architectural details and rounded towers characteristic of early 20th-century Hollywood building.

The original building was constructed in 1903 for the Whitley family and was later moved to allow space for four additional houses. This transformation made it an important record of early Hollywood's growth and development in this neighborhood.

This residence served as home to entertainers working in early Hollywood who sought a quiet retreat away from the studio bustle. The property shows how creative professionals chose to settle in this quieter part of the city.

The property sits along Whitley Avenue where it can be viewed from the street. The buildings function as residential and office units following a 1974 conversion of the original structures.

During the 1992 Los Angeles riots, residents used water hoses to protect the buildings as flames approached nearby. This act of community defense represents a memorable moment in the complex's history.

Location: Los Angeles

Architectural style: Queen Anne style architecture

GPS coordinates: 34.10240,-118.33300

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:40