Sherman Oaks homes for sale are located in an 8.1 square-mile area of the San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles, California. This area is more developed than other parts of the Valley and contains several commercial skyscrapers throughout the city, particularly along Ventura Boulevard. The homes here are a mixture of single-story flanked by condominiums and apartments. Many of the single-family homes are older with classic construction while the condos are new and they attract the young professionals. The commute to various city centers is short, which is another advantage and this Sherman Oaks real estate is adjacent to Studio City shopping and dining.
One of the reasons this area is so well known was due to the Sherman Oaks Galleria, which was eventually torn down after it was damaged by an earthquake in 1994. In its heyday, it was a shopping mall where ‘valley girls’ would meet. This became a label known across the country; in part due to the movie “Valley Girl.” Residents may still enjoy shopping as the Galleria was replaces by more retail venues. In addition, there is the Westfield Fashion Square and a variety of boutiques and restaurants on Ventura Boulevard.
In addition the amenities on Ventura Boulevard, residents of Sherman Oaks real estate may enjoy the Dixie Canyon Park. Above the San Fernando Valley, this park is 20 acres that was donated to the Conservancy in 1986 by the actor, Warren Beatty. The park is accessible from the San Fernando Valley. Going south on Dixie Canyon Avenue for .8 mile and taking a left on Dixie Canyon Place, continuing for .1 mile will lead visitors to the end of a cul-de-sac where stairs lead to the entrance. A hiking trail goes up the center of the canyon.
Sherman Oaks, with a population of 52,677 is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District. The public schools include five elementary, two middle and two high schools. There are private schools in the area as well. Sherman Oaks real estate is bordered by Van Nuys to the north, Studio City to the east, Bel Air and the Beverly Hills Post Office to the south and Encino to the west. The city has several businesses including brokerage houses and banks, providing a variety of employment opportunities. Additionally, Premiere Radio Networks is based here and the headquarters of Sunkist Growers is in Sherman Oaks.