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In particular, Bunker Hill’s once-glamorous mansions made way for towering commercial buildings and apartment complexes. Hollywood's elite moved westward to neighborhoods like Beverly Hills and Bel Air, leaving some of their grand estates behind or replacing them altogether.
Moreover, Wilshire Boulevard transitioned from a street of private estates to a bustling thoroughfare lined with skyscrapers and offices, reflecting the city’s changing priorities and growth.
Today’s Remnants and Reflection
Today, only a handful of these magnificent mansions remain, tucked away amid modern high-rises and commercial developments. Some, like the historic Bradbury House, have been preserved as cultural landmarks, while others have been lost to time.