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Granada Hills
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Rent in Granada Hills
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Granada Hills is a quiet, car-oriented neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley with a family-friendly character shaped by its recreation centers, parks, and schools. The area sits away from major transit corridors, which keeps it calm but means you will need a car for most errands and getting around town.
The neighborhood offers a mix of residential streets and commercial strips with local restaurants, coffee shops, and grocers scattered throughout. While tree cover is sparse, the community has invested in parks and sports facilities that draw families and active residents.
Living here
Day-to-day life here revolves around car trips. You can handle some errands on foot, but the layout and low walkability make a personal vehicle essential for shopping, dining out, and reaching jobs elsewhere in the Valley or beyond. Rents have grown about 6 percent year-over-year, pushing new leases to around $2,954 per month for a one-bedroom equivalent.
The neighborhood experiences above-average traffic on major corridors and has limited shade from trees, which matters in summer. On the plus side, it is quieter than denser LA neighborhoods, schools are plentiful, and recreation centers offer community programs that bring residents together. Air quality ranks below the California average for diesel pollution, typical for Valley areas.
Who it's for
Granada Hills works well for renters who prioritize space, quiet, and family-friendly amenities over walkability and nightlife. It appeals to people working in the Valley, those with kids who value schools and parks, and anyone willing to drive for convenience. If you need frequent public transit, easy walkable errands, or a dense urban feel, look elsewhere.
Environment & livability
Air quality: below the California median for diesel PM exposure.
Air quality here is better than average for the state. Worth noting if you have respiratory sensitivities.
Traffic exposure: above-average traffic corridor exposure.
Higher traffic proximity correlates with elevated noise, diesel emissions, and reduced pedestrian comfort on nearby streets.
Tree cover: very limited tree cover, predominantly concrete.
Low canopy areas tend to run hotter and feel more exposed. Research links tree cover to lower ambient temperatures and improved pedestrian comfort.
Walkability: walkable for some errands, car useful for others.
A mixed walkability area. Good for quick trips on foot, but some destinations will require driving or transit.
Transit: minimal transit access, car strongly recommended.
Very infrequent or no meaningful transit nearby. Car dependency is high in this area.
Environmental data from CalEnviroScreen 4.0 and the EPA Smart Location Database. Informational only, not professional advice for a housing decision.
Who lives in Granada Hills
Population
42,629
Renters
18%
of households rent
Median age
43
Median income
$133k
per household
Census ACS 5-year estimates.
Schools in Granada Hills
11 public schools sit inside this area · 11 with published results. Figures are the share of students who met or exceeded state standards.
| School | Grades | English | Math |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danube Avenue Elementary Elementary | K-5 | 39% | 39% |
| El Oro Way Charter for Enriched StudiesCharter Elementary | K-5 | 56% | 65% |
| Granada Elementary Elementary | K-5 | 31% | 33% |
| Haskell Elementary Science Technology Engineering Arts And Mathematics (STEAM) Magnet Elementary | K-5 | 52% | 49% |
| Knollwood Preparatory AcademyCharter Elementary | K-5 | 49% | 43% |
| Tulsa Street Elementary Elementary | K-5 | 50% | 41% |
| Van Gogh CharterCharter Elementary | K-5 | 73% | 69% |
| George K. Porter Middle Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 62% | 47% |
| Patrick Henry Middle Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 52% | 39% |
| Robert Frost Middle Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 74% | 62% |
| John F. Kennedy High High School | 9-12 | 60% | 33% |
Source: California Dept. of Education (directory) and CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2025. We publish these figures as the state reports them and show the same table for every neighborhood. Saktoo does not rate schools, and school data is never part of a neighborhood match score. Attendance boundaries change — confirm the assigned school with the district before relying on it.
Around Granada Hills
Araz International Grocery Market · Grandridge Market · Island Pacific Seafood Market · Ralphs
Hopia Like It · Joe's Café · Main Kitchen · Rose Café & Bakery
A&W Seafood Restaurant · Ali Baba Persian Restaurant · Baja Beach Tacos · Big Mama's & Papa's Pizzeria
Bee Canyon Park · Canyon Crest Park · Granada Hills Recreation Center aka Petit Park · Granada Hills Youth Recreation Center
@Pilates · Perma Yoga · Planet Fitness · Revive
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What the census says about Granada Hills
Facts about the neighborhood from the American Community Survey. These describe Granada Hills; none of them feed the scores above.
- Typical commute
- 36 min
- one way, residents who work
- Settled households
- 83%
- moved in before 2018
- Housing built
- ~1964
- average year of construction
- Above 1 per room
- 4%
- a measure of housing pressure
- Vacant units
- 4%
- of all housing units
- Broadband
- 94%
- of households subscribe
- Detached houses
- 90%
- the rest are attached or apartments
- Typical size
- 3 bed
- median across all homes here
- Homes here
- 14,999
- total housing units
Averaged across 31 areas of about a kilometre each. ACS 5-year estimates.
Granada Hills in the regional index
How Granada Hills places when every neighborhood in LA and Orange County is scored the same way.
- Where growing up led to higher adult earnings
Ranks #60 of 263 neighborhoods on this weighting.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a car here?+
Yes, strongly. There is no nearby rail transit, and walkability is below average for LA. You can walk some errands, but a car is essential for most shopping, dining, and commuting.
What is the rent range?+
New leases average about $2,954 per month as of May 2026. One-bedrooms typically run around $1,633, two-bedrooms about $2,657, and three-bedrooms around $3,225 for current residents, though new lease rates are higher.
What are the main downsides?+
Limited tree cover and shade, above-average traffic exposure on main streets, and below-average air quality for the region. The neighborhood is also car-dependent, which adds to commute costs and time.
Are there parks and recreation?+
Yes. Granada Hills Recreation Center (Petit Park), Bee Canyon Park, Zelzah Park, and Veterans Memorial Park are within the area. The neighborhood has a strong sports program and multiple recreation centers for youth and adult activities.
Is Granada Hills walkable?+
Granada Hills ranks #274 of 346 LA neighborhoods for walkability. In practice, walkable for some errands, car useful for others.
What is the average rent in Granada Hills?+
A new lease in Granada Hills typically asks around $2,954 per month (Zillow Observed Rent Index, all unit sizes blended). Current residents pay a median of about $2,679 (Census ACS), which includes long-term and rent-stabilized tenants, so expect asking prices closer to the first number.
How is the air quality in Granada Hills?+
Granada Hills has below the California median for diesel PM exposure, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 44 of 100, lower is cleaner).
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Granada Hills?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Granada Hills are Westlake Village, Rolling Hills Estates, Chatsworth and Woodland Hills.