Both play host to a large student population and a larger wealthier demographic. Although the UES has more ultra-rich, with some of the world's wealthiest people living there. And the UCLA influence on Westwood is probably larger than the various Manhattan campuses on the UES.
» Read Full ReviewBoth are up and coming areas that are gentrifying fast. 10 years ago you probably would be afraid of crime but both are relatively safe today. Now that the housing bubble has burst both have real estate prices that are deflating because of over-building.
» Read Full ReviewBoth are home to the largest Jewish populations of their respective cities and the culture and vibe reflect this heritage. The Upper West Side is obviously more "New York" with apartment buildings and high rises but these two are quite a close cultural match.
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