The corridor tiers
Ventura side: Simi Valley $897K, Moorpark $1.13M. LA side: Northridge $1.21M, Granada Hills $1M, Chatsworth $1.03M, Porter Ranch $1.17M (the corridor’s premium, master-planned end).
Trading commute for value
Simi Valley and Moorpark offer Ventura County value and lower transfer taxes a short hop over the Santa Susana Pass from the job centers of the East Valley. Buyers commuting to the West Valley or downtown LA weigh that drive against the savings.
The county line on the 118
The 118 crosses from Ventura County (Simi, Moorpark) into Los Angeles County (Chatsworth east). County affects transfer tax and add-ons — see the tax differential explainer.
Frequently asked questions
Which 118-corridor city is the premium market?
Porter Ranch ($1.17M), a master-planned community at the LA end of the corridor.
Is Simi Valley a good value on the 118 corridor?
Yes — Simi Valley ($897K) and Moorpark ($1.13M) offer Ventura County value just over the pass from the East Valley.
Where does the 118 cross the county line?
Between Simi Valley/Moorpark (Ventura County) and Chatsworth (Los Angeles County).
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