The west San Fernando Valley spans Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Encino, Sherman Oaks, and adjacent neighborhoods — five established LAUSD-served communities along the Ventura Blvd corridor. This hub links every west-SFV city page, sub-neighborhood, and comparison.
What is the west San Fernando Valley?
The west SFV covers the LAUSD-served portion of the SFV west of the 405 freeway, including Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Encino, and Sherman Oaks. The Ventura Blvd corridor anchors the commercial spine; residential neighborhoods stretch north and south from the boulevard.
The region is served by LAUSD with several high-rated charter options including El Camino Real Charter HS, Granada Hills Charter HS (adjacent), and Birmingham Community Charter.
Communities in the west SFV
Each west-SFV community has its own profile.
- Woodland Hills — median $1.18M
- Tarzana — median $1.4M
- Encino — median $1.83M
- Sherman Oaks — median $1.65M
- West Hills — adjacent west SFV
- Porter Ranch — northern SFV (adjacent)
Notable sub-neighborhoods
Within the west SFV, several sub-neighborhoods have distinct profiles.
- Warner Center — Woodland Hills urban core
- Walnut Acres — Woodland Hills hillside
Comparisons
For buyers deciding between west-SFV options:
Frequently Asked Questions
What communities are in the west San Fernando Valley?
Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Encino, Sherman Oaks, West Hills, and the adjacent Porter Ranch (northern SFV). All are LAUSD-served and part of the City of Los Angeles.
Which school district serves the west SFV?
LAUSD with multiple high-rated charter options including El Camino Real Charter HS, Granada Hills Charter HS, and Birmingham Community Charter.
What's the price range in the west SFV?
Medians range from ~$1.18M (Woodland Hills) to ~$1.83M (Encino) as of May 2026.
Is the west SFV walkable?
The Ventura Blvd corridor is the walkable commercial spine. Most residential streets are typical suburban — car-dependent for shopping and services.
What's Warner Center?
Warner Center is the redeveloping urban core of Woodland Hills, transitioning from a 1980s office-park footprint to mixed-use walkable urban district with new high-rise residential.
