Four ZIPs, four markets
Van Nuys stretches across the central Valley, and its ZIPs track real differences in price, feel, and — critically — airport exposure. The pillar covers the city; this is the ZIP sort.
Side by side
| ZIP | Position | Character | Watch for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91401 | Southeast, toward Sherman Oaks | Premium edge, higher prices | Price step up |
| 91411 | South-central (Valley Glen side) | Quieter, family-leaning | Verify school zoning |
| 91405 | Central, near civic center | Dense, attainable core | Busier, transitional pockets |
| 91406 | West | Larger lots | Airport noise — highest exposure |
The airport line
The single fact that doesn't show up in a price-per-ZIP table is overflight: the western ZIP (91406) sits closest to Van Nuys Airport's flight paths and noise contours. Always pair the ZIP decision with the address-level noise check. The civic-worker view is in the Civic Center guide.
Market context
| Market | Median price | Days on market | School district(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Nuys | $800,000 | 40 | Los Angeles Unified (LAUSD) |
| Sherman Oaks (91401 edge) | $1,500,000 | — | Los Angeles Unified (LAUSD) |
| Lake Balboa (91406 area) | $882,000 | 48 | Los Angeles Unified (LAUSD) |
| North Hills | $835,000 | 35 | Los Angeles Unified (LAUSD) |
Figures from /data.json, the site’s canonical data file (June 2026). Always verify current numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What ZIP codes is Van Nuys?
Primarily 91401, 91402, 91405, 91406, and 91411. The four covered here track real differences in price, character, and airport-noise exposure across the city.
Which Van Nuys ZIP is most expensive?
91401 on the southeast edge, which picks up Sherman Oaks adjacency and the highest prices, while the central 91405 core is the most attainable.
Which Van Nuys ZIP has the most airport noise?
91406 on the west side sits closest to Van Nuys Airport's flight paths and noise contours. Always verify the specific address against the airport's noise map before buying.
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