Los Angeles neighborhood guide
Woodland Hills
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Rent in Woodland Hills
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Woodland Hills sits in the San Fernando Valley at the foot of the Santa Monica Mountains, a quiet residential neighborhood with a suburban feel and plenty of single-family homes. The area is known for tree-lined streets and a strong community atmosphere, though it's among the pricier neighborhoods in the Valley.
The neighborhood offers a mix of local shops, restaurants, and parks within reach, but daily life here centers on the car. There's no rail service and minimal transit options, so you'll rely on driving for most errands and longer trips.
Living here
Day-to-day life in Woodland Hills is relaxed and family-oriented. You'll find coffee shops like Re: Coffee and Starbucks, grocery stores such as Bristol Farms and Sprouts, and restaurants ranging from Thai Chaba to Saigon Brothers within a short drive. Parks like Alizondo Drive Park and the Woodland Hills Recreation Center offer outdoor space, and there are about 2-3 gyms per small neighborhood section.
The tradeoff is that most errands require a car. Walkability is limited compared to other LA neighborhoods, and you'll spend more time driving than you would in denser areas. Traffic is above-average for the city, and air quality is moderate but not exceptional. Tree cover is limited at around 11%, so summer heat exposure is noticeable on many streets.
Who it's for
Woodland Hills suits renters who prioritize quiet, residential living over walkability and don't mind commuting by car. It appeals to families, professionals working in the San Fernando Valley or nearby areas, and anyone looking for a suburban neighborhood with parks and community amenities. If you work locally or are willing to drive, and value space and calm over urban convenience, this is a reasonable fit.
Fair warning: new leases here run about $3,318 a month on average, making it the 107th most expensive neighborhood among LA's 114 tracked areas. If you're budget-conscious or prefer being able to walk to most daily needs, look elsewhere.
Environment & livability
Air quality: moderate diesel PM exposure for California.
Above the state median, linked to mild long-term respiratory risk in some studies. Worth considering for sensitive households.
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: limited tree cover, mostly open streetscape.
Less canopy means more heat exposure and less visual greenery on daily walks. LA County median is around 14% canopy coverage.
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 Woodland Hills
Population
52,836
Renters
31%
of households rent
Median age
44
Median income
$137k
per household
Census ACS 5-year estimates.
Schools in Woodland Hills
11 public schools sit inside this area · 10 with published results. Figures are the share of students who met or exceeded state standards.
| School | Grades | English | Math |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calabash Charter AcademyCharter Elementary | K-5 | 73% | 74% |
| Calvert Charter for Enriched StudiesCharter Elementary | K-5 | 31% | 39% |
| Lockhurst Drive Charter ElementaryCharter Elementary | K-5 | 75% | 69% |
| Serrania Avenue Charter for Enriched StudiesCharter Elementary | K-5 | 47% | 44% |
| Woodlake Elementary Community CharterCharter Elementary | K-5 | 57% | 56% |
| Woodland Hills Elementary Charter for Enriched StudiesCharter Elementary | K-5 | 73% | 73% |
| George Ellery Hale Charter AcademyCharter Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 65% | 53% |
| Woodland Hills Academy Intermediate/Middle/Junior High | 6-8 | 37% | 22% |
| El Camino Real Charter HighCharter High School | 9-12 | 63% | 41% |
| Taft Charter HighCharter High School | 9-12 | 65% | 40% |
| West Valley Occupational Center Adult | No Data | — | — |
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 Woodland Hills
Amazon Fresh · Beni Kosher Market · Big Market Kosher · Bristol Farms
10 Speed Coffee · Blinkies Donut · Blue Bottle Coffee · Boba Guys
&Waffles · Adagio · Aji Mori House · Alborz
Alizondo Drive Park · Calabasas Creek Park · Cleveland Park / Old Trapper's · Costanso Fire Station 84 Park
24 Hour Fitness · Bunda · Cardio Barre · Circuit Sim Racing
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What the census says about Woodland Hills
Facts about the neighborhood from the American Community Survey. These describe Woodland Hills; none of them feed the scores above.
- Typical commute
- 36 min
- one way, residents who work
- Settled households
- 72%
- moved in before 2018
- Housing built
- ~1967
- average year of construction
- Above 1 per room
- 5%
- a measure of housing pressure
- Vacant units
- 7%
- of all housing units
- Broadband
- 96%
- of households subscribe
- Detached houses
- 72%
- the rest are attached or apartments
- Typical size
- 3 bed
- median across all homes here
- Homes here
- 26,076
- total housing units
Averaged across 37 areas of about a kilometre each. ACS 5-year estimates.
Woodland Hills in the regional index
How Woodland Hills places when every neighborhood in LA and Orange County is scored the same way.
- Where growing up led to higher adult earnings
Ranks #38 of 263 neighborhoods on this weighting.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a car in Woodland Hills?+
Yes, strongly. There's no Metro rail service and transit coverage is minimal. You can walk for some errands, but most shopping, dining, and commuting requires driving. Plan on spending significant time in your car.
What's the rent like, and is it affordable?+
New leases average about $3,318 a month, which is near the top of LA's neighborhood range. Current residents pay a median of $2,960, but that reflects long-term and rent-stabilized tenants. Budget for the asking rent if you're moving in today.
Is there much to do within walking distance?+
You can reach some coffee shops, restaurants, and a grocery store on foot from certain blocks, but reliable walkability is limited. Most amenities are convenient by car rather than by foot. Tree cover is sparse at about 11%, so walking in summer heat isn't always pleasant.
How's the air quality and traffic?+
Air quality ranks at the median for LA with moderate diesel PM exposure. Traffic is above-average, with moderate congestion on key corridors. It's not the heaviest in the city, but it's noticeable.
Is Woodland Hills walkable?+
Woodland Hills ranks #251 of 346 LA neighborhoods for walkability. In practice, walkable for some errands, car useful for others.
What is the average rent in Woodland Hills?+
A new lease in Woodland Hills typically asks around $3,318 per month (Zillow Observed Rent Index, all unit sizes blended). Current residents pay a median of about $2,960 (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 Woodland Hills?+
Woodland Hills has moderate diesel PM exposure for California, based on CalEnviroScreen 4.0 diesel particulate data (percentile 55 of 100, lower is cleaner).
Which LA neighborhoods are similar to Woodland Hills?+
Based on walkability, rent levels, amenities, and environment, the most similar neighborhoods to Woodland Hills are Westlake Village, Ladera Heights, Beverly Hills and Encino.