What the complex actually offers
- Hansen Dam Golf Course — 36 holes of public golf.
- Hansen Dam Aquatic Center — the recreation lake and swim complex.
- Hansen Dam Horse Park — public equestrian center with boarding and shows.
- Trail network — riding, hiking, and cycling through the basin into the foothills.
The buyer math
Comparable park-adjacent living in the west Valley (near the Sepulveda Basin) runs $850K+; the Hansen Dam streets deliver it at Pacoima pricing. Check two parcel-level items: flood-zone designation in the basin's vicinity (FEMA maps; most residential streets sit outside the inundation footprint, but verify) and Whiteman Airport flight paths a mile west.
Market snapshot
| Market | Median price | Days on market | County | School district(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacoima | $700,000 | 52 | Los Angeles | Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) |
| Sylmar | $775,000 | 40 | Los Angeles | Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) |
| San Fernando | $715,000 | 33 | Los Angeles | Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) |
Figures from /data.json, the site’s canonical data file (June 2026). Always verify current numbers.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hansen Dam area a good place to buy?
For recreation-driven buyers it is Pacoima's premium pocket — park adjacency at entry-tier pricing. Verify flood maps and flight paths per parcel.
Can you keep horses near Hansen Dam?
The Horse Park provides public boarding; for horse-keeping at home, look at adjacent Lake View Terrace and Shadow Hills, where equestrian zoning is common.
What do homes near Hansen Dam cost?
Within Pacoima's ~$700K median (June 2026); Lake View Terrace equestrian parcels price higher.
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