Photos: Sightseeing on L.A.’s most desirable streets

North Carolwood Drive in the Holmby Hills neighborhood is one of Los Angeles County’s most sought-after addresses. (Christina House / For The Times)

March 7, 2014 1:19 PM PT

Tourists take photos in front of the Carolwood Drive home that Michael Jackson rented. Gregory Peck, Tony Curtis and Sonny and Cher have all lived nearby. (Christina House / For The Times)

A sightseeing tour drives down South Mapleton Drive in the Holmby Hills. The street is home to the Playboy Mansion. (Christina House / For The Times)

Linda Welton, who has been selling Hot Star Maps for 21 years, says she feels that residents have come to accept and even appreciate her presence on Carolwood Drive her mother and maternal grandfather having paved the way. (Christina House / For The Times)

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