North Hills

North Hills is one of the San Fernando Valley’s most active residential communities, known for its strong buyer demand, family-oriented neighborhoods, central location, and long-term property value growth. With inventory remaining relatively controlled and buyers continuing to compete for well-positioned homes, North Hills attracts families, professionals, investors, and move-up buyers seeking accessibility and value within Los Angeles real estate.

Overview for North Hills, CA

61,607 people live in North Hills, where the median age is 35.8 and the average individual income is $32,880. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

61,607

Total Population

35.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$32,880

Average individual Income

🌴 North Hills Real Estate & Community Guide

North Hills is one of the San Fernando Valley’s most established and steadily growing residential communities, known for its family-oriented neighborhoods, convenient location, strong housing demand, and long-term property value growth. Situated in the heart of the Valley, North Hills continues to attract buyers seeking a balance between affordability, accessibility, and long-term investment potential within Southern California real estate.

North Hills real estate offers a diverse range of housing opportunities, including single-family homes, updated traditional residences, townhomes, investment properties, move-up homes, and family-friendly neighborhoods that appeal to professionals, families, first-time buyers, investors, and long-term homeowners alike. Buyers are often drawn to North Hills because of its central location, neighborhood stability, and value relative to nearby communities.

 

🏡 Living in North Hills

One of North Hills’ biggest advantages is its combination of residential comfort, accessibility, and everyday convenience.

Residents enjoy close proximity to:

☕ Restaurants, cafes & local dining

🛍️ Shopping centers & retail districts

🌳 Parks & recreation facilities

🏡 Established residential neighborhoods

🚗 Convenient freeway access throughout Los Angeles

🏫 Schools, community amenities & family-oriented services

🌴 Nearby Granada Hills, Northridge & Porter Ranch lifestyle amenities

North Hills continues to attract buyers looking for a practical and centrally located community while remaining connected to major employment centers throughout Los Angeles County.

 

📈 North Hills Housing Market

The North Hills housing market remains competitive due to relatively controlled inventory levels and continued buyer demand.

Current North Hills market trends include:

📊 Median home prices around $900K

👀 Homes averaging approximately 2–6 showings before contract

⏱️ Average time on market near 33 days

📉 Housing inventory near 3.2 months of supply

That balance between inventory and buyer demand continues creating favorable conditions for sellers who enter the market with proper pricing, strong presentation, and effective marketing.

 

🌟 Why Buyers Are Moving Fast in North Hills

Buyers searching for homes for sale in North Hills are often looking for:

✔️ Central San Fernando Valley location

✔️ Strong long-term property values

✔️ Family-oriented neighborhoods

✔️ Investment & rental opportunities

✔️ Accessibility to employment centers

✔️ More value compared to nearby luxury communities

✔️ Active buyer demand & manageable inventory levels

North Hills continues attracting buyers who want convenience, neighborhood stability, and long-term ownership potential within Los Angeles.

 

📍 North Hills Neighborhood Lifestyle

North Hills offers a highly connected lifestyle while remaining more affordable than many neighboring luxury communities. Buyers appreciate the area's accessibility, housing variety, and convenient location within the San Fernando Valley.

The area also provides convenient access to:

📍 Granada Hills

📍 Northridge

📍 Porter Ranch

📍 Sherwood Forest

📍 Van Nuys

📍 North Hollywood

This central Valley location continues to make North Hills attractive for professionals, families, investors, and first-time buyers seeking strong long-term value and accessibility.

 

🏠 Buying or Selling a Home in North Hills

Whether you're searching for a family home, investment property, move-up residence, or long-term ownership opportunity, North Hills continues to stand out as one of the San Fernando Valley's strongest and most active housing markets.

With inventory remaining relatively controlled and buyer demand continuing across multiple price points, strategic pricing, polished presentation, and targeted marketing have become increasingly important for sellers looking to maximize results in today's market.

The homes generating the strongest activity today are typically the ones combining proper pricing, professional presentation, and intentional marketing exposure from day one—not simply the homes that are listed and left to sit on the market.

Around North Hills, CA

There's plenty to do around North Hills, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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56
Bikeable
Bike Score
40
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Rich Bakes, Corona Sports, and Rustica.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.14 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 3.18 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.6 miles 38 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.75 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.61 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.38 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars

Schools in North Hills, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby North Hills. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Demographics and Employment Data for North Hills, CA

North Hills has 18,175 households, with an average household size of 3.34. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in North Hills do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 61,607 people call North Hills home. The population density is 10,401.05 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

61,607

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.8

Median Age

50.18 / 49.82%

Men vs Women

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18,175

Total Households

3.34

Average Household Size

$32,880

Average individual Income

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WORK WITH ANDREW

Here’s some great news for first-time buyers: more options are coming to market. Last month, we saw a jump in the number of listings for entry-level homes. Contact me today so we can explore all the latest options together to find your first home.