West Hills | West Valley
West Hills
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Market data current as of August 2026. Home prices shift monthly.
West Hills' median home value is approximately $1.05M to $1.1M, with price per square foot around $614. The market is somewhat competitive, with homes typically selling in around 41 to 50 days.
Life in West Hills
Schools in West Hills
West Hills is served by LAUSD. Buyers should verify public school boundaries for each address because the community spans a broad area along the western edge of the Valley.
Getting around from West Hills
West Hills is primarily car-oriented. US-101 is reached through west Valley surface streets such as Valley Circle Boulevard, Fallbrook Avenue, and Topanga Canyon Boulevard.
Everyday shopping and dining
Fallbrook Center, Westfield Topanga, and nearby Warner Center provide major shopping, dining, grocery, and entertainment options.
Parks and outdoor access
Orcutt Ranch, Bell Canyon-area trails, and nearby Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve provide parks, gardens, and hiking access.
Nearby hospitals and medical access
West Hills Hospital and Medical Center is a major local healthcare facility.
HOA costs in West Hills
Most established single family neighborhoods have no HOA, but gated communities, condos, and townhomes may have monthly dues roughly from $200-$700 or more depending on private roads, security, insurance, and amenities.
Property tax considerations
Property taxes are based on assessed value plus property-specific assessments. Buyers should review the actual bill and all HOA obligations.
Hazard and insurance considerations
Western and hillside sections can face significant wildfire and insurance considerations. Fire-hazard status, brush clearance, evacuation routes, and insurance quotes should be reviewed early.
Questions buyers ask
Thinking about living in West Hills?
What is the commute like from West Hills?
West Hills is primarily car-oriented. US-101 is reached through west Valley surface streets such as Valley Circle Boulevard, Fallbrook Avenue, and Topanga Canyon Boulevard.
How much are HOA fees in West Hills?
Most established single family neighborhoods have no HOA, but gated communities, condos, and townhomes may have monthly dues roughly from $200-$700 or more depending on private roads, security, insurance, and amenities.
What should buyers know about schools in West Hills?
West Hills is served by LAUSD. Buyers should verify public school boundaries for each address because the community spans a broad area along the western edge of the Valley.
Are there insurance or natural hazard considerations in West Hills?
Western and hillside sections can face significant wildfire and insurance considerations. Fire-hazard status, brush clearance, evacuation routes, and insurance quotes should be reviewed early.