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Northridge

Northridge

Neighborhood Reviews
4.3
$1,129,777 Average Value
$521 Average Price per Sq Ft
81 Homes For Sale

Northridge builds on its history as an equestrian community

Northridge is a sprawling community in the San Fernando Valley with both urban and suburban sensibilities. The area was previously known as "the horse capital of the West" due to its popularity with Hollywood celebrities who built their ranches here. Following the Second World War, the area saw one of the longest continuous real-estate booms in L.A.'s history, resulting in more residential and commercial development.

Lots of custom estates with some newer suburban development

Several large estates are scattered around the neighborhood. Many estates were custom-built with ornate historical styles, mixing the stucco walls and clay tile roofing of Mediterranean homes with the steep side gables of French country estates. Estate communities give way to more traditional suburban single-family houses set along winding avenues and street blocks, fringed by towering palms and other leafier trees. Suburban developers favored the casual living space and muted detail common in the low-built ranch and the midcentury modern style. Residents enjoy open floor plans and spacious yards where they can cultivate gardens or unwind with some lawn games. Midcentury modern homes share the ranch-style's emphasis on accessibility to nature, accentuated by floor-to-ceiling windows and a mixing of indoor and outdoor spaces. Condos and apartments are also available in the more dense parts of Northridge. The average price for a Northridge house hovers around $1,020,000, and sizes range from 3,200 to 8,400 square feet.

Home to a diverse range of grocery stores and restaurants

There are several local grocers and regional supermarkets around the neighborhood. Family Meat Market offers halal meats as well as dried and baked goods, while Mitsuwa grocery store has imported Japanese products. Residents can buy fresh produce and support local farmers at Northridge Farmer's Market, open from March to October near Northridge Fashion Center. Regional chains include Vons and Superking Markets. For restaurants, Porto's Cafe is a family-owned Cuban bakery serving excellent cheese rolls and cakes in a lively modern café space. On Parthenia Street, Brent's Deli has been serving excellent pastrami and club sandwiches over classic countertops and booths since 1967. Yard House sports bar has a wide selection of craft beers

Local public schools partner with California State University

Residents are served by primary schools like Andasol Avenue Elementary, which teaches kindergarten through fifth grade students. Students move on to intermediate and secondary schools like Northridge Middle and Northridge Academy High Schools. Northridge Academy High has a partnership with the nearby California State University of Northridge to provide programs that expand learning opportunities and provide students with pathways to higher education.

Community green spaces and scenic orange groves

Dearborn Park has playgrounds and basketball courts. One of Northridge's remaining orange groves is located on the California State University campus, including 5 acres of Valencia orange trees and a duck pond.

Freeway access to the rest of Los Angeles County

Proximity to major freeways, like Interstate 405, gives Northridge residents access to everything Los Angeles County offers. The city of Los Angeles is about 25 miles away.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Bob Hope

22 min drive

Train

Northridge

Bus

Plummer & Balboa

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Nordhoff & Amestoy

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Roscoe & Zelzah

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Nordhoff & White Oak

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Tampa & Lassen

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Roscoe & Encino

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Zelzah & Superior

Reviews

Homes.com Reviews
4.0 1 Review
4.0 Nearby Resident
6/10/2025 Homes.com Review
its a cool place with nice taste restaurant and cafes
Niche Reviews
4.3 175 Reviews
5.0 Current Resident
4/26/2023 Niche Review
Northridge is starting to get more fancier restaurants- meaning the quality of the streets are improving!
5.0 Current Resident
4/26/2020 Niche Review
I've been living in Northridge for the last 10 years and it fits the image of perfect suburban life to a T. The neighbors are friendly and the area is good. The grocery stores and retail are near each other, at least where I'm located. The schools in this area are great for children if you want them to get ahead.
3.0 Current Resident
11/28/2017 Niche Review
Over-priced over-crowded suburb . CSUN has a beautiful theater & there are some decent restaurants but if u can find any other place in SoCal or California in general,move there instead!
5.0 Current Resident
4/13/2017 Niche Review
Its a cool place with a huge college and a ton of school. There are friday night street food trucks and parties everywhere.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Northridge US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Northridge Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,059,000
Median Sale Price
$1,000,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,200,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$840,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$500,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
596
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$521

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
12,104
Number of Homes for Sale
81
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,268
Above the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,570
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,362
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
697
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
500
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jul 12
    1 - 3pm

    9000 Vanalden Ave Unit 200, Northridge, CA 91324

    $709,995

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,576 Sq Ft
    • 9000 Vanalden Ave
    • Unit 200
    • New 11 days ago

    Recently Renovated Corner Unit in the Best Location of Northbrooke!?This beautifully updated townhome is perfectly positioned in one of the most desirable and private locations within the Northbrooke community. As a coveted corner unit, it offers maximum privacy, abundant natural light from oversized windows, and serene views of the lush, manicured landscaping. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully

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    Beverly and Company, Inc.
    (747) 302-2510
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  • Friday, Jul 11
    11am - 2pm

    17627 Vincennes St, Northridge, CA 91325

    $1,925,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 4,804 Sq Ft
    • 17627 Vincennes St
    • New 6 hours ago

    Hidden at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this privately built estate isn't just large—it's unapologetically grand. Designed and constructed by the original owner in 1988, every inch of this home was created with scale, substance, and permanence in mind.Walk through the double doors and you're greeted by a sweeping formal living room that feels more like a ballroom—soaring ceilings,

    Jonathon Trent Equity Union

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  • Sunday, Jul 13
    12 - 4pm

    10116 Viking Ave, Northridge, CA 91324

    $1,099,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,568 Sq Ft
    • 10116 Viking Ave
    • New 3 days ago

    Charming Single-Story Stunner, offering move-in-ready convenience in a desirable Northridge neighborhood close to shopping centers, hospitals, restaurants, CSUN and great academic schools. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and nearly 1,568 sq ft of refined living space, this home sits on an expansive 7,185 sq ft lot. Step through double entry doors into a breathtaking foyer featuring elegant

    Jonathan Moran Velasco Realty Group

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
64,651
Median Age
38
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$85,061
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,563

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.4%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.1%
% Population in Labor Force
66.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

46 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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