Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
16%
Van Nuys
Van Nuys, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,653
Population
340,931
Renter Mix
62% Rent
Vibrant personality defines this northwest LA community.
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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.
Explore the City
Van Nuys’ historic art deco during sunset
A snowy egret enjoying the water in Van Nuys
A lovely day on Lake Balboa
Demographics
Median Household Income
$73,759
Average: $103,217
Education
113,438
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
184,114
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Van Nuys has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
62%
Non-Renters
38%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
27%
Other Education
73%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Van Nuys, CA is $1,484 for a studio, $1,648 for one bedroom, $2,140 for two bedrooms, and $2,563 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
$1,648/month
583 Sq Ft
House
$9,780/month
2,261 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,066/month
1,138 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,528/month
1,280 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve
- The Japanese Garden
- Lake Balboa
- Los Encinos State Historic Park
- Skirball Cultural Center
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Bob Hope
- Los Angeles International
Top Apartments in Van Nuys
Houses for Rent in Van Nuys
Property Management Companies in Van Nuys, CA
Moss & Company
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143
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9,861
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37
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21 Communities in Van Nuys
LBPM
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35
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1,287
Units
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10
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9 Communities in Van Nuys
Anza Management Company
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72
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11,362
Units
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33
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7 Communities in Van Nuys
Property Management Associates
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69
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3,397
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25
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7 Communities in Van Nuys
Landmark Realty & Property Management LLC
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19
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762
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11
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7 Communities in Van Nuys
Kls Financial
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20
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830
Units
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10
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7 Communities in Van Nuys
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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.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.