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Living in Northridge, Los Angeles, CA

Northridge Area Facts

  • Northridge has a Livability Score of 70/100, which is considered excellent
  • Northridge crime rates are 2% higher than the Los Angeles average
  • Cost of living in Northridge is 1% lower than the Los Angeles average
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The Community of Northridge, CA User Rating 5 rating By Anonymous ( Sep 20, 2012) There comes a point in time when one realizes that an impending decision will likely alter the course of one's life. My life altering moment came 12 years ago, a year in which my summer vacation was spent in Southern California visiting cousins. Born and raised in the state of Al ...Read More abama, I experienced a culture shock. The community of Northridge awakened my senses in a way I never dreamed was possible. I now knew were I would be attending college the following year. That decision has attached itself to my memory bank as the best choice I have made in my life.

In a community filled with the kindness one would expect and come to appreciate while raising a family, Northridge is everything one would need in a home, and more. The excellent array of schools provide my wife and I comfort in the education our children are receiving. Just minutes away from our home in a neighborhood that has embraced my family and I with open arms, all that is required can be found locally. The amount of available activities would take a lifetime to list. Friends visiting from out of town have enjoyed their stay so much that two couples have since relocated, living here now.

Only a 15 minute drive from Los Angeles and 20 minutes from Venice Beach, its no wonder our guests have made Northridge their annual vacation of choice. Their children are never bored as we embark on new ventures at each outing. Less than two hours away from the San Diego Zoo, while Magic Mountain lies just on the other side of the hill, I couldn't have asked for a better place to call home. When craving snow during the winter months, a short trek to Big Bear leaves everyone sated. Whether one chooses to spend the weekend out and about or barbecuing in the back yard, you can never go wrong when Northridge is where you call home. I encourage anyone seeking a change, or even if relocating for work to visit Northridge. Chances are you'll make the same decision I did. Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Northridge? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Kinesthetics
      University Library Lawn
      Northridge Park
      Oakridge Estate Park
      Dearborn Park
      Wilbur Avenue Basin Meadow (City)
      Vanalden Park
      Wilbur Avenue Basin Meadow (County)

      Entertainment

      Ralph Prator Fountain
      Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts
      Museum of the San Fernando Valley
      Elisabeth Waldo Theatre
      Pacific Theatres Northridge
      Regency Theaters
      Valley Relics Museum
      Pacific Winnetka 12 & XD

      Food & Drink

      Subway
      Shake Smart
      Juice It Up!
      El Pollo Loco
      Panda Express
      Burger King
      Baskin-Robbins
      Jack in the Box

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Northridge? Of all people who commute, 3.1% take public transportation in Northridge.
      Drive to Work
      74%

      equal to the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      2% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      5%

      2% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Northridge a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Barlow Respiratory Hospital
      Mattel Children's Hospital
      Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital
      Nu Vela Esthetica
      Neurological Rehabilitation & Research Unit
      Kedren Community Health Center
      Covid Testing (PCR 30 mins)
      Rite Dentist

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy
      Rite Aid
      Rite Aid
      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Rite Aid
      Sav-On

      Doctors

      Tarzana Medical Urgent Care
      Steven Spielberg Pediatrics Research Center
      Temple Medical Center
      T. Yamashita, M.D., Diplomate of Ophthalmogy
      Playa Vista Medical Center
      Valley Storefront Community Resource Center
      Playa Medical Plaza
      Pravaleen Gupta