BEVERLY HILLS

MALIBU

INTERNATIONAL

WESTSIDE ESTATE AGENCY IS THE LEADING INDEPENDENT LUXURY REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE IN LOS ANGELES.

Specializing in Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Bel Air, Hollywood Hills, Malibu, and Pacific Palisades, our agent‑advisors have guided record‑setting transactions for over a quarter of a century.

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who we are OUR STORY

Westside Estate Agency (WEA) is an independent, boutique brokerage founded by Stephen Shapiro and Kurt Rappaport to deliver client‑first service for high‑net‑worth and ultra‑high‑net‑worth buyers and sellers in Los Angeles’ most desirable neighborhoods.

For over a quarter of a century, our agent‑advisors have guided record‑setting transactions with intelligence, integrity, and a deep understanding of both our clients and the homes we represent.

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signature listings In the Spotlight

Browse a hand‑selected portfolio of homes from Beverly Hills, Bel‑Air, and Holmby Hills to Malibu, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, and select international markets. Our listings span architecturally significant estates, oceanfront compounds, and private retreats, from USD 2 million residences to nine‑figure landmarks.

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signature listings In the Spotlight

1261 ANGELO DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210
$135,000,000

THE ANGELO ESTATE

1261 ANGELO DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210
729 BEL AIR ROAD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90077
$95,000,000

VILLA DEI FIORE

729 BEL AIR ROAD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90077
13058 RIVERS ROAD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90049
$70,000,000

A GENERATIONAL ESTATE

13058 RIVERS ROAD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90049
9966 BEVERLY GROVE DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210
$67,500,000

VILLA VISTA

9966 BEVERLY GROVE DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210
12 OAKMONT DRIVE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90049
$55,000,000

AN EXTRAORDINARILY RARE OFFERING

12 OAKMONT DRIVE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90049

thoughtfully curated

We represent a portfolio of homes as distinctive as the clients who own them—from architecturally significant estates in the hills to refined coastal retreats along the Malibu shoreline. Each property is presented with the same care and attention we bring to every conversation with our clients.

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our philosophy: WHY WESTSIDE AGENCY client-first by design

Westside Estate Agency was founded on a simple idea: exceptional results follow when client service comes before everything else. Our agent‑advisors do not simply list the homes we represent. They get to know each home intimately—from its one‑of‑a‑kind features to its finite details—and pair that understanding with a nuanced sense of our clients’ goals, needs, tastes, and interests.

We aim for what we call a ‘triple win’: negotiations conducted with intelligence and integrity that result in great outcomes for the buyer, the seller, and WEA. This philosophy guides the way we advise, advocate, and ultimately transact on behalf of our clients.

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founders & leadership Industry-Defining Pioneers

Westside Estate Agency was established in 1999 by Stephen Shapiro and Kurt Rappaport, two of Los Angeles’ most accomplished residential agents. Their shared vision: an independent, boutique brokerage dedicated to offering bespoke service and unmatched knowledge in the high‑priced Los Angeles marketplace.

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STEPHEN SHAPIRO

Stephen Shapiro has spent decades in prime Los Angeles real estate, advising clients on some of the market’s most noteworthy transactions. As Chairman and Co‑Founder of WEA, he brings a measured, analytical approach to every engagement, with a focus on integrity, discretion, and long‑term relationships.
KURT RAPPAPORT KURT RAPPAPORT

KURT RAPPAPORT

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Co‑Founder and President Kurt Rappaport pairs lifelong local knowledge with an instinct for architecturally significant homes and landmark properties. His work reflects a belief that extraordinary outcomes are the result of careful preparation, thoughtful strategy, and precise execution.

our agent-advisors PEOPLE x PASSION x PARTNERSHIPS

Our agents are more than salespeople. We refer to them as agent‑advisors because their role extends well beyond a transaction. Hand‑selected for their achievements in business, academia, entertainment, and real estate, they bring a depth of experience to the subtleties that define multi‑million‑dollar negotiations.

thoughtfully matched

Every advisor shares a passion for fine architecture and an intimate, street‑by‑street understanding of their markets. By pairing clients with the advisor who best aligns with their goals and preferences, we ensure the chemistry, insight, and discretion required for exceptional outcomes. We create relationships that feel as considered as the homes themselves.

results & reputation QUIETLY EARNED x CLEARLY MEASURED

Our work is often discreet, but the impact is tangible. Over the years, we have guided clients through the acquisition and sale of many of Los Angeles’ most significant homes, building relationships that extend across families and generations.

A substantial portion of our business comes from repeat clients and personal referrals, a reflection of the trust that develops when advice is measured, candid, and aligned with our clients’ long‑term interests.

track record of excellence

Over a quarter century in prime Los Angeles real estate

Tens of billions of dollars in transaction volume across our marketing area

A $10M+ USD average sale price per transaction since our inception in 1999

sold gallery & portfolio NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS

Every sale tells a story—of timing, preparation, and a shared understanding of value. Our portfolio of sold properties reflects the breadth of the markets we serve, from hillside estates and architectural residences to oceanfront compounds and discreet off‑market opportunities.

Explore a selection of the homes we have represented, curated to illustrate not only price and location, but also the diversity of design, lifestyle, and history within our markets.

630 NIMES ROAD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90077
$110,000,000
630 NIMES ROAD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90077
7 BEDS 15 BATHS
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PRIVATE ADDRESS
$69,950,000
PRIVATE ADDRESS
12 BEDS 3 | 15 BATHS
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OCEANFRONT ESTATE DESIGNED BY MARC APPLETON
$74,500,000
OCEANFRONT ESTATE DESIGNED BY MARC APPLETON
6 BEDS 7 | 1 BATHS 8,775 SQFT
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news & insights WESTSIDE LUXURY

The luxury real estate landscape is constantly evolving. We share periodic insights on market movements, notable transactions, and the factors that shape decision‑making for buyers and sellers at the highest level.

From neighborhood‑level trends to broader economic considerations, our perspective is informed by daily conversations in the field and decades of experience in prime Los Angeles markets.

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WEA’s Micro Market Report | Q2 2026

July 2026, Issue #60 https://issuu.com/westsideestateagency/docs/wea_micro_market_report_q2_2026_los_f56382e006ba8c

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In Focus

Discover the stories shaping luxury real estate: notable press, standout sales, and market insight from Beverly Hills to Malibu. Explore News & Insights for a closer look at what's happening now.

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intelligent tools & human insight TECHNOLOGY & ACCESS

The luxury real estate landscape is constantly evolving. We share periodic insights on market movements, notable transactions, and the factors that shape decision‑making for buyers and sellers at the highest level.

From neighborhood‑level trends to broader economic considerations, our perspective is informed by daily conversations in the field and decades of experience in prime Los Angeles markets.

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private off‑market opportunities
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seamless remote viewing and decision support
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Our digital presence extends beyond this site. Follow Westside Estate Agency for a closer look at current offerings, design details, and moments from life inside our markets.

We share thoughtfully rather than frequently, with an emphasis on properties, perspectives, and stories that reflect the way our clients live.

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“When Kurt and I set out on our own, we had the goal of offering bespoke service and knowledge to the high-priced Los Angeles marketplace. After over a quarter of a century, Westside Estate Agency has exceeded our goals.”

Stephen Shapiro

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Whether you are considering the sale of an important property or exploring a move into one of Los Angeles’ most sought‑after neighborhoods, we welcome a quiet, candid conversation.

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    BEVERLY HILLS

    MALIBU

    INTERNATIONAL

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