The three, distinctly
- The Ridge: the view play — elevated Mediterranean estates with canyon-to-valley panoramas; the tier's architectural standout.
- Bellagio: the privacy play — a few dozen homes behind double gates; rarely more than one listing at a time.
- Calabasas Hills: the family play — the most attainable gate in the city, walkable toward the Commons, with the tier's deepest turnover.
How to shop a low-turnover tier
Inventory across all three combined is often under five active listings; the buyers who win set alerts on the specific communities, tour day-one, and pre-clear financing for the $2M-$4M band (jumbo structures, proof-of-funds standards). Cross-shop against Park Estates (non-gated, similar money buys more house) to keep the gate premium honest.
Market snapshot
| Market | Median price | Days on market | County | School district(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calabasas | $2,220,000 | 34 | Los Angeles | Las Virgenes Unified School District (LVUSD) |
| Westlake Village | $1,612,000 | 27 | Los Angeles / Ventura (county-line community) | Las Virgenes Unified School District (Los Angeles side) and Conejo Valley Unified School District (Ventura side); verify by address |
| Oak Park | $1,362,000 | 21 | Ventura | Oak Park Unified School District (OPUSD) |
Figures from /data.json, the site’s canonical data file (June 2026). Always verify current numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most affordable gated community in Calabasas?
Calabasas Hills typically marks the city's gate-tier entry, with The Ridge and Bellagio above it and The Oaks at the summit.
How do these compare to The Oaks?
Roughly $1M+ less for comparable square footage — the spread buys The Oaks' resort amenities, newer stock, and brand. The mid-gates buy security and schools for less.
Why is inventory so thin?
Small communities and long owner tenure — combined active listings often number under five. Alerts and day-one tours decide outcomes.
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