The commuter-friendly side of the city. Closest to the 118 into the San Fernando Valley, with a housing mix that ranges from 1970s starter homes to newer condo and townhome developments.
East Simi Valley is a east valley Simi Valley neighborhood with homes typically in the $650K to $950K range. Architecture is primarily california ranch and traditional two-story, most built primarily 1970 to 2005. Schools are in Simi Valley Unified. The commuter-friendly side of the city.
East Simi is the commuter's choice. If your job is in Burbank, Studio City, or the east Valley, you'll save 10 to 15 minutes a day versus anyone else in Simi. The housing stock is more varied here than most other pockets. Expect real price separation between a 1970s single-family and a newer townhome complex. Budget accordingly.
Who typically buys here: Commuters to the east San Fernando Valley, first-time condo buyers, and investors buying rental inventory.
A snapshot of the housing stock, typical pricing, and the details buyers ask about most often. All pricing is approximate. Request a current CMA for precise values on any specific address.
| Detail | Typical East Simi Valley |
|---|---|
| Price range (single-family) | $650K – $950K (approximate range; wide swing between condos and single-family) |
| Architectural styles | California ranch, Traditional two-story, Townhome and condo |
| Home sizes | Single-family 1,300 – 2,400 sq ft; condos and townhomes from 900 sq ft. |
| Year built (primary era) | Primarily 1970 – 2005. |
| HOA | See "What to Know" below — varies by sub-community |
Simi Valley Unified School District.
| Level | Schools (verify by address) |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Vista Elementary, Crestview Elementary |
| Middle | Valley View Middle School |
| High | Simi Valley High School |
| District | Simi Valley Unified School District |
School zoning is address-specific and does change. Verify via the Simi Valley Unified School District boundary tool or ask for the current assignment before writing an offer.
Condo projects carry HOAs $350 to $600 per month. Single-family blocks typically have no HOA.
Before writing an offer in East Simi Valley, confirm the following in writing: current monthly HOA dues, any special assessments on the horizon, Mello-Roos special tax status on the parcel (which appears on the property tax bill), and the most recent reserve study if the HOA operates a pool, gate, or other shared amenity. These three numbers move real monthly cost meaningfully. Budget for them before you fall in love with a house.
Information here is a working summary. Dues, assessments, and rules change; always verify current figures in the HOA disclosure packet during escrow.
East Simi sits adjacent to the 118 at Yosemite and Tapo Canyon. Burbank 20 to 25 minutes off-peak. Studio City 25 to 30. Downtown LA 40 to 50.
Simi Valley sits at the north end of Ventura County, connected to the San Fernando Valley via the 118 freeway. Most East Simi Valley buyers are trading a longer drive for more home, better schools, and a meaningfully different day-to-day rhythm than LA-adjacent neighborhoods. If remote or hybrid work is in the picture, the math gets much easier.
I keep a current list of active, pending, and recently sold homes in East Simi Valley. If you'd like the up-to-date report with price, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios, I'll send it over.
Request Current ListingsThe questions I get most often from buyers and sellers looking at East Simi Valley. If something's missing, send it to me and I'll add it to this page.
Single-family homes in East Simi Valley currently trade in the $650K to $950K range, though condition, lot size, and view exposure can move any individual home well above or below that band. These are approximate working ranges. A current comparative market analysis gives a more precise answer for any specific address.
East Simi Valley is part of the Simi Valley Unified School District. Elementary options typically include Vista Elementary, Crestview Elementary; middle school feeders are Valley View Middle School; and the high school zone is Simi Valley High School. Boundaries are confirmed address-by-address. Always verify with the district's school finder before making an offer.
Condo projects carry HOAs $350 to $600 per month. Single-family blocks typically have no HOA.
East Simi sits adjacent to the 118 at Yosemite and Tapo Canyon. Burbank 20 to 25 minutes off-peak. Studio City 25 to 30. Downtown LA 40 to 50.
Architecture skews toward california ranch, traditional two-story, townhome and condo. Single-family 1,300 to 2,400 sq ft; condos and townhomes from 900 sq ft. Primarily 1970 to 2005.
Many buyers who land in East Simi Valley are families. The community is inside Simi Valley Unified, which is one of the main reasons families relocate from Los Angeles County to begin with. East Simi is the commuter's choice.
Several items worth diligencing before writing: current HOA dues and reserve study if applicable, Mello-Roos assessments (which vary by parcel), fire-zone classification for any hillside lot, and school boundary by address. A local agent with recent transaction history in the specific pocket will walk through each of these with you.
Yes. Fastest 118 freeway access in the city. Additional nearby amenities include: Strong condo and townhome inventory under $600K; Close to Simi Valley Hospital; Established shopping along Cochran.
East Simi Valley occupies a specific position in the valley. The commuter-friendly side of the city. Depending on your priorities (price band, lot size, schools, HOA tolerance, commute direction), other Simi pockets may serve better. Happy to walk through the comparison on a short call.
The fastest path is a conversation. I can send you an active-listings report for East Simi Valley, pull recent sold comps so you understand real pricing, and set up property tours on your schedule. Brian Cooper, REALTOR® DRE# 01434286, Brian Cooper Real Estate Team | Powered by eXp Realty. Call or text (805) 304-5589, or email brian@cooperfamilyrealestate.com.
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