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Woodland Hills is becoming the unexpected urban core of the western Valley

Oak trees and quiet streets, fifteen minutes from one of the largest sports and entertainment complexes on the west coast. Here's the short version of our Woodland Hills field guide.

Newmarket Edge
May 17, 2026 · 4 min read

Woodland Hills sits at the western edge of the San Fernando Valley, framed by the Santa Monica Mountains to the south and the rolling hills of West Hills to the north. Once a quiet suburb known for oak trees and equestrian properties, it's been steadily reshaped by the Warner Center revitalization, the Rams' new headquarters, and a wave of restaurant openings along Ventura Boulevard.

This is the short version. The complete Woodland Hills Neighborhood Guide has every detail.

The market in one number

The average single-family home is around $1.35M. Condos start near $650k, and large estate lots in the hills push above $4M. ZIP codes are 91364, 91365, and 91367.

Schools

El Camino Real Charter High School is a nationally ranked LAUSD charter, fed by STEM-strong Hale Charter Academy and Calabash Charter Academy, which runs a popular dual-language program. Louisville High School (all-girls Catholic) and nearby Sierra Canyon add private options.

Where locals actually eat

Ventura Boulevard has quietly become one of the Valley's best dining corridors. The Brothers Sushi carries a MICHELIN Guide listing, Prose Kitchen & Bar brought Chef David Gussin's chef-driven California cooking to the street in 2025, and Adagio Ristorante has served Northern Italian here since 1988.

What we're watching

The headline is Rams Village at Warner Center — a 52-acre headquarters, training facility, housing, and retail district on the former Promenade Mall site. Demolition began in January 2026, with construction slated to start in 2027. We expect meaningful upward pressure on home prices within a three-mile radius, new dining and hospitality investment, and renewed interest in the area's mid-century ranch inventory. The Warner Center 2035 Plan keeps adding walkable, mixed-use density — Woodland Hills is becoming the unexpected urban core of the western Valley.


Curious what your Woodland Hills home is worth, or what your budget buys here? Read the full guide.

This article is informational and reflects estimates at publication. Verify current specifics with a licensed local agent before making decisions.

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