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Simi Valley, CA Area Guide

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Welcome to Simi Valley, located between the Santa Susana Mountains and Simi Hills in Ventura County. The city features over 5,600 acres of public parkland and an extensive trail system. The rental market currently shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,341, with year-over-year increases around 2.9%, while two-bedroom units typically rent for $2,728.

Simi Valley offers numerous outdoor recreation opportunities, from the expansive Rancho Simi Community Park to the challenging Rocky Peak hiking trails. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, situated on a hilltop overlooking the valley, serves as a major landmark and attracts visitors throughout the year. The Wood Ranch and Big Sky areas feature a mix of housing options, from apartment communities to single-family homes. The Cultural Arts Center, housed in a historic 1924 Methodist Church, hosts community events and performances throughout the year. History enthusiasts can explore Corriganville Park, a former movie ranch that served as the backdrop for classic Western films and television shows.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Simi Valley, CA is $1,577 for a studio, $2,341 for one bedroom, $2,736 for two bedrooms, and $3,271 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Simi Valley has increased by 0.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,341/month
675 Sq Ft
House
$5,294/month
2,090 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,800/month
952 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,765/month
1,489 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Simi Valley, CA is for everyday living.

Somewhat Walkable

59 / 100

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Some Transit

25 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Bikeable

57 / 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

White Oak Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Garden Grove Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Big Springs Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Atherwood Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Crestview Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Hillside Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Sinaloa Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Santa Susana High

Public

Grades 9-12

Royal High

Public

Grades 9-12

Simi Valley High

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Sage Ranch
  • Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve
  • Orcutt Ranch Horticultural Center
  • Limekiln State Park

Airports

  • Bob Hope
  • Los Angeles International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.