Van Nuys

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Van Nuys, CA

Area Guide

Vibrant personality defines this northwest LA community.

Suburb Affordable Commuter Rail Service Public Transportation

Located in the San Fernando Valley, Van Nuys combines suburban living with city conveniences. The area offers various housing options, from apartment communities to single-family homes, with rental rates averaging $1,627 for one-bedroom units and $2,113 for two-bedroom homes, reflecting a 1% year-over-year increase. Residents enjoy easy access to the Van Nuys Recreation Area, featuring tennis courts, baseball diamonds, and soccer fields. The Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area adds to outdoor opportunities with its wildlife preserve and archery range. The Van Nuys Civic Center stands as a local landmark in the community's administrative district.

The neighborhood's transportation network includes the Van Nuys Airport, Metro G Line stations, and Amtrak/Metrolink service. Van Nuys Boulevard serves as the main commercial corridor, home to both local and national businesses. The area houses Valley Presbyterian Hospital and Van Nuys High School. Established in 1911, Van Nuys was named after Isaac Newton Van Nuys, whose agricultural enterprises helped shape the early San Fernando Valley. Today, the neighborhood maintains its position as a central hub within the Valley, offering convenient access to surrounding areas.

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Van Nuys’ historic art deco during sunset

A snowy egret enjoying the water in Van Nuys

A lovely day on Lake Balboa

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Van Nuys, CA is $1,466 for a studio, $1,645 for one bedroom, $2,127 for two bedrooms, and $2,538 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Van Nuys has increased by 0.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,645/month
584 Sq Ft
House
$10,246/month
2,239 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,029/month
1,141 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,340/month
1,239 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

50

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

62

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve
  • The Japanese Garden
  • Lake Balboa
  • Los Encinos State Historic Park
  • Skirball Cultural Center

Airports

  • Bob Hope
  • Los Angeles International

Top Apartments in Van Nuys

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Property Management Companies in Van Nuys, CA

Living in Van Nuys

Cost

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Renters living in Van Nuys pay an average of $1,623/month to rent an apartment, compared to the Los Angeles city average of $2,781. City dwellers exploring houses for rent in Echo Park can expect to pay around $6,000/month. For those looking to buy, the average house is valued at $1.1 million compared to the city average of $901,291.

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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 November 2025.