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About Encino | Schools, Demographics, Things to Do - Homes.com
Encino, the Los Angeles neighborhood where "It’s a Wonderful Life" was filmed, promises just that to prospective homebuyers looking for their own high-end slice of sunny SoCal. “You’ve probably got the largest concentration of the highest-priced properties in the San Fernando Valley here; it has sort of become the Beverly Hills of the Valley,” says Compass agent Alan Taylor, who has been selling in Encino for almost two decades. Situated just 20 miles northwest of downtown, this upscale community is home to actors, athletes and many other entertainers. “It's slow-paced compared to many L.A. neighborhoods and very secure," says Flora Martin, a Realtor with Equity Union.
Midcentury to modern stunners
A luxury market by any standards, Encino housing listings are an architectural showcase of some of the most pristine properties in the Valley. There are also more modest designs, which still come at a premium. Midcentury-moderns and ranch-style homes mingle with contemporary stunners and Mediterranean-inspired estates on winding, tree-lined streets and quiet cul-de-sacs. “Lot size varies broadly from neighborhood to neighborhood. You can get as much as an acre in Royal Oaks or Amestoy Estates,” Taylor says. Backyards are dotted with pools, and the largest homes occupy spacious lots with enough room for luxury additions such as tennis courts. In terms of price, Taylor says Encino is expensive but notes that homes can be two to three times the cost in nearby Belair, Brentwood and Beverly Hills. Homes range in price from around $2 million on the low end to over $20 million, though most fall somewhere between $5 and $10 million. There are a handful of townhomes and condos priced between $300,000 for about 500 square feet to $900,000 for 1,600 square feet.
Great private and public options
Families with children in public school in Encino are served by Los Angeles Unified, an above-average urban school district graded B-plus by Niche, with an A in teachers. Graded A-minus, the Academy for Enriched Sciences is a walkable community school in the top 5% of California elementary schools in diversity. It’s one of several highly rated elementary schools in Encino. Another A-minus school, according to Niche, Gaspar De Portola Middle School is in nearby Tarzana. Ranked among the best public high schools in the country, Van Nuys Senior High is graded A by Niche. True to the area’s celebrity status, Natalie Wood, Marilyn Monroe and Robert Redford are among the school's notable alumni. Many residents opt for private schooling options, of which there are many, some with religious affiliation.
Proximity is a selling point
In many ways, the neighborhood offers the best of both worlds, with a small-town feel and proximity to many of L.A.’s buzzier areas. "Encino is close to Interstate 405 and U.S. Route 101," says Martin. "Those are two major arteries in Southern California and make it convenient for travel and commuting." The area is about 25 miles from Los Angeles International Airport and about 20 miles from downtown. Neighborhood conveniences are close by, but residents also can hop in their car for quick trips to the beach or the famed Santa Monica fishing pier. “The proximity to the West Side's beaches and the Silver Triangle is a big selling point for Encino," Taylor says.
Libbit Park is an outdoor highlight
The Encino Community Center at Encino Park is a center of neighborhood activity. It offers summer camps and classes for children and adults. Athletic amenities include lighted outdoor basketball courts and children’s play areas. Nearby Libbit Park is among the neighborhood’s smaller green spaces, perfect for relaxing in the California sun, and its adjacent ballfields are home to Encino Little League. Just north of Libbit Park is the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area, where visitors can enjoy cherry blossoms along the waterfront at Anthony C. Beilenson Park. A golf course, tennis center and soccer fields are also located there.
Encino Commons
Ventura Boulevard runs through Encino and provides easy access to various stores, restaurants and parks. Grocers, shopping malls and eateries are concentrated along the corridor, which is highlighted by the vast choices at Encino Commons. Popular eateries there include Uncle Bernie’s Deli and Mulberry Street Pizzeria. Every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Encino Farmers Market always draws a crowd with its fresh produce and baked goods. A Taste of Encino is a Chamber of Commerce-sponsored event held each fall on the boulevard. It features local businesses, food vendors and arts and crafts.
Important to know
One thing important for prospective buyers to research is the wildfire risk of a given property. The Los Angeles Fire Department lists Encino among many neighborhoods in the very high fire hazard severity zone. According to the First Street Foundation, nearly 10,000 properties are at wildfire risk over the next 30 years, well over half of all properties.
Crime
Encino's positive crime and safety outlook is a draw for homebuyers, who will appreciate that violent crime happens at half the national rate. The neighborhood’s CAP Index score is a 2 (out of 10), compared to 4 nationally. Property crimes like burglary and larceny are more in line with national numbers.
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Schools
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I grew up in Encino, CA and it has always been a safe and happy place with a perfect mixture of suburban and city life. Everything you need is 10 minutes away from wherever you are, and with freeway access getting anywhere outside of the valley is easy (if you don't count traffic).
6/8/2022
Current Resident
I think encino is a good place to live. I like the wide variety of restaurants. There are also a lot of pet friendly places which positively contributes to the sense of community.
5/17/2021
Current Resident
Encino is a great,safe place to live. People look out for each other and plenty of great restaurants and grocery stores to get delicious food. Ventura Blvd can take you to Calabasas, woodland hills, and Sherman oaks. Plenty of things to do when you go by car or other transportation. Plenty of families and young adults plus near a park and bowling alley.
2/28/2019
Current Resident
Heavily populated with Jewish and Middle Eastern residents. People who live here are kind and there are many local eateries to choose from. However, there is crime at night, particularly car break ins. There is also a decent homeless population.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Encino
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: CAP Index
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Encino, CA sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 43 days. The average sale price for homes in Encino, CA over the last 12 months is $2,015,322, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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