One of Los Angeles’ most elite private institutions is putting the final touches on a jaw-dropping $200 million athletic complex — setting off a debate between critics who call the price tag “obscene” and defenders who say private money can be spent however they choose.
Harvard-Westlake School’s sprawling 16-acre River Park campus is expected to open in early 2027, pending final city inspections and a certificate of occupancy.
Once complete, the space will feature a 52-meter pool, a public walking path along the Los Angeles River, two gyms, eight tennis courts, a weight room, dedicated fencing and wrestling facilities, and a cafeteria.
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