Studio City real estate sits at the top of the southeast San Fernando Valley, where the flats north of Ventura Boulevard give way to the canyon streets of the Santa Monica Mountains. Expect to pay around $2 million for a typical house, per Redfin’s July 2026 report, with condos starting under $900,000 and hillside estates running well past $5 million. It draws writers, producers and crew who want a short drive to CBS Radford, Universal and Burbank, along with families who move here for Carpenter Community Charter and walkable Ventura Boulevard. What makes it distinct is the mix: a real village center at Tujunga Village, a top farmers market and canyon trails five minutes from Sushi Row. James Malcom has represented Studio City buyers and sellers for years, from Colfax Meadows traditionals to view lots above Fryman Canyon, working from the nearby Encino office.
Studio City Real Estate Market Overview
Per Redfin, July 2026, the median sale price in Studio City was $2,000,000, up 13.4 percent from a year earlier, at a median of $820 per square foot, with homes going pending after roughly 60 days. Redfin calls it “somewhat competitive,” with sales closing about half a percent under asking. The 91604 zip, which folds in more condo sales, ran $1,794,095 and $855 per square foot in June 2026, per Redfin.
Movoto counted 213 active listings in July 2026 at a median list price of $1,995,000 and 56 days on market, up from 51 a year earlier. That is more inventory than the neighborhood carried in 2021 and 2022, so buyers have choice again, while well priced turnkey homes still draw multiple offers on the best streets. The mix is roughly two thirds single family homes and one third condos and townhomes.
- Entry: $550,000 to $900,000 for one to three bedroom condos and small townhomes; $1.1 million to $1.6 million for original bungalows and ranch homes on the flats.
- Mid: $1.6 million to $2.8 million for updated three and four bedroom homes in Colfax Meadows, the Silver Triangle and the lower hills.
- Top: $3 million to $6 million and beyond for new construction, view homes above Fryman Canyon and Longridge, and gated estates on larger lots.
Market data last reviewed August 2026.
Homes for Sale in Studio City
Studio City was built out mostly between the late 1930s and early 1960s, so the flats north of Ventura are a grid of ranch homes, traditionals and Spanish bungalows on 6,000 to 8,500 square foot lots. Many originals have been replaced, and a typical Colfax Meadows block now mixes an 1,800 square foot 1940s traditional with a 4,000 square foot modern farmhouse next door. New construction and full remodels command the highest prices per foot.
South of the Boulevard the terrain climbs quickly. Laurel Terrace, Sunswept, Fryman Road and Longridge Avenue hold mid-century post-and-beam homes, 1970s contemporaries and newer gated view estates on hillside lots of half an acre or more. There are no large HOAs for single family homes here.
Condos and townhomes line Ventura, Moorpark and Woodbridge, mostly 1970s and 1980s buildings with HOA dues of roughly $400 to $700 a month, plus a few newer luxury buildings near Tujunga Village. Buyers who want a yard target the flats between Laurel Canyon and Coldwater Canyon, the most competitive slice of homes in Studio City CA.
Studio City Neighborhoods and Enclaves
Colfax Meadows
The most sought after flat neighborhood in Studio City, bounded roughly by Ventura, Colfax, Moorpark and Laurel Canyon and served by Carpenter Community Charter. Bellingham, Teesdale and Elmer hold rebuilt traditionals and modern farmhouses on 7,000 square foot lots. Expect $2.5 million to $4.5 million for updated or new homes.
Silver Triangle
The wedge between Ventura Boulevard, Laurel Canyon and Moorpark, walkable to the farmers market, Tujunga Village and Sushi Row. Smaller lots than Colfax Meadows with a mix of bungalows, remodels and duplexes. Prices run from about $1.4 million for a compact original to $3 million plus for a full rebuild.
Studio City Hills and South of the Boulevard
Everything climbing from Ventura toward Mulholland: Laurel Terrace, Sunswept, Berry Drive and the streets off Coldwater Canyon. Mid-century view homes, 1970s contemporaries and new hillside builds. Most sales fall between $2 million and $5 million, and “south of the boulevard” carries a real premium in Studio City real estate.
Fryman Canyon
A quiet, wooded pocket off Fryman Road and Iredell, next to the Fryman Canyon and Wilacre Park trailheads. Private lots, mature oaks, and a mix of rustic canyon homes and gated newer estates. Buyers who want to feel far from the city while ten minutes from Universal look here, at $2.5 million to $6 million.
Longridge
The Longridge Avenue and Longridge Terrace estate area near the Sherman Oaks border, above Ventura and Dickens. Larger lots, long driveways and some of the priciest homes in the neighborhood, including gated compounds that trade from $4 million into the $10 million range.
Laurel Canyon Corridor
The streets feeding Laurel Canyon Boulevard between Ventura and Mulholland. Musician history, tucked away cabins and hillside homes with character, from $1.5 million for a small canyon home to $4 million for a rebuilt view property. The quick run over the hill to the Westside is the draw.
Tujunga Village and the Ventura Boulevard Condos
The village blocks around Tujunga Avenue and Woodbridge are the heart of walkable Studio City, with Aroma Coffee, Vitello’s and the best sidewalk life in the neighborhood. Condos and townhomes along Ventura, Moorpark and Laurel Canyon run from the mid $500,000s to about $1.3 million, the entry point for first time buyers.
Schools in Studio City
Studio City is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District, and boundaries drive a large share of buyer decisions. Carpenter Community Charter, the affiliated charter elementary on Carpenter Avenue, is the best known; its zone covers much of Colfax Meadows, the Silver Triangle and the lower hills, and it adds a measurable premium to a home. Dixie Canyon Community Charter serves the western blocks toward Sherman Oaks. Both are well regarded on GreatSchools and among local parents. Most of the neighborhood feeds Walter Reed Middle School, known for its Individualized Honors Program, and then North Hollywood High School, home to the Highly Gifted Magnet that draws applicants from across the district. Confirm boundaries with LAUSD before writing an offer.
Private options matter too: Harvard-Westlake’s upper school sits on Coldwater Canyon at the neighborhood’s edge, Campbell Hall is on Laurel Canyon in Studio City proper, and Oakwood School is minutes away in North Hollywood.
Lifestyle: Parks, Dining and Things to Do
Fryman Canyon Park and Wilacre Park share the Betty B. Dearing Trail, a three mile loop from the Laurel Canyon and Fryman Road lot up to Mulholland; it is the neighborhood’s unofficial gym. Beeman Park runs youth sports, and the North Valleyheart Riverwalk offers a shaded path along the Los Angeles River.
Ventura Boulevard is the main event: Sushi Row between Whitsett and Carpenter, anchored by Asanebo and Katsu-ya, with Firefly, Black Market Liquor Bar and Art’s Deli nearby. The Studio City Farmers Market runs every Sunday on Ventura Place and is one of the largest in the city, with a petting zoo and pony rides that make it a weekly family ritual. The Shops at Sportsmen’s Lodge brought an Erewhon and Equinox to the west end, and Universal CityWalk is one exit east.
Commute and Location
Studio City sits where the 101 meets the 134 and the 170, with on-ramps at Laurel Canyon, Coldwater Canyon and Vineland. Downtown Los Angeles is about 12 miles and 25 to 45 minutes via the 101. Burbank’s studios, Warner Bros., Disney and NBCUniversal, are 10 to 20 minutes east, and Radford Studio Center (the former CBS Radford) is inside the neighborhood. Laurel Canyon and Coldwater Canyon cross the hills to Sunset and Beverly Hills in 20 to 35 minutes off peak, closer to an hour at rush hour; the 405 reaches Santa Monica in 40 to 60 minutes. LAX runs 45 to 90 minutes, Warner Center 20 to 30 minutes west, and Hollywood Burbank Airport 15 minutes. The Metro B Line subway stops at Universal City/Studio City on Lankershim.
Who Buys in Studio City and Why
The buyer pool for Studio City real estate is unusually specific. Entertainment industry professionals, from showrunners to editors, want to be within fifteen minutes of every major lot without a Westside budget. Families trade up from Hollywood, Los Feliz and Silver Lake condos for a yard and Carpenter Community Charter. Westside sellers move over the hill for more house per dollar.
Compared with Sherman Oaks, its neighbor to the west, Studio City is smaller, more walkable and generally $200,000 to $400,000 more for a comparable home on the flats; Sherman Oaks offers more inventory and price points. Encino has bigger lots, more gated estates and a quieter suburban feel. Hollywood sits on the other side of Laurel Canyon with denser urban energy and a larger condo market, but less yard. Read our guide on whether Studio City is right for you or browse our featured communities.
Selling a Home in Studio City
What sells fastest is an updated three or four bedroom on the flats inside the Carpenter boundary under $3 million, or a clean view home south of the boulevard under $4 million. What sits is a new build priced above the street, or a hillside property with retaining wall issues or an unpermitted addition.
Pricing matters more now that buyers have 200 plus listings to compare. James Malcom prices to the last 90 days of closed sales on the same side of Ventura, because a home bid up from a sharp price nets more than one that chases the market down. Late February through May is the strongest window, with a second wave in September; December is slow. Prep that matters locally: refinish flooring, repaint in warm neutrals, resolve open permits with LADBS, and clear hillside brush. James markets every Studio City listing with professional photography, twilight shots for view homes, cinematic video and drone footage, staging guidance tailored to the house, and a launch timed to draw multiple offers. Learn more about our process for sellers, or request a free home valuation.
Why Work With James Malcom in Studio City
James Malcom knows the difference between a Colfax Meadows address and one inside the Carpenter boundary, between a Fryman Canyon lot with a buildable pad and one that needs a geology report, and between a Ventura Boulevard condo with healthy reserves and one facing a special assessment. That street-level knowledge wins bidding wars for buyers and adds real dollars for sellers. As a Studio City realtor he works daily from The Malcom Group’s Encino office at 17547 Ventura Blvd, ten minutes down the boulevard. Read our testimonials, view recent sales, then contact us to talk about your move.
Studio City Real Estate FAQ
Is Studio City a good place to live?
Yes, for buyers who want a walkable village center, canyon trails and a short drive to the studios. It ranks among the most desirable neighborhoods in the Valley for its schools, Ventura Boulevard dining and Sunday farmers market. Trade-offs are rush hour traffic on Laurel Canyon and home prices well above the Los Angeles average.
How much does a house cost in Studio City?
Per Redfin, the median sale price in Studio City was $2,000,000 in July 2026, about $820 per square foot. Original homes on the flats start around $1.1 million, updated homes run $1.6 million to $2.8 million, and new construction or hillside view homes trade from $3 million to $6 million. Condos start in the mid $500,000s.
Is Studio City expensive?
Relative to Los Angeles as a whole, yes. Studio City’s median price is roughly double the citywide figure and sits above Sherman Oaks and most of the Valley, though below Encino’s estate streets and well below Beverly Hills or Santa Monica. Buyers accept the premium for walkability, school boundaries and proximity to the studios and the Westside.
What are property taxes like in Studio City?
Under Proposition 13, property tax is based on 1 percent of the purchase price, plus voter-approved local bonds and assessments that bring the effective rate in Studio City to about 1.2 to 1.25 percent. Annual increases are capped at 2 percent until the home sells. There are no Mello-Roos districts in Studio City, since it is an established neighborhood.
What are the best neighborhoods in Studio City?
Colfax Meadows is the most requested flat neighborhood for families because of Carpenter Community Charter and its tree-lined streets. The Silver Triangle is the most walkable. South of the boulevard, Fryman Canyon and Longridge deliver privacy and views at the top of the market, while the Laurel Canyon corridor suits buyers who commute to the Westside and want canyon character.
Is it a buyer’s or seller’s market right now?
As of August 2026 it is close to balanced. Redfin calls Studio City somewhat competitive, with homes closing about half a percent under asking after roughly 60 days, and inventory is up to more than 200 active listings. Well priced, updated homes on the flats still draw multiple offers, while overpriced or dated hillside homes are seeing reductions.
How do I find a realtor in Studio City?
Look for a Studio City real estate agent with recent closed sales on both sides of Ventura Boulevard, a clear pricing method, and marketing that includes professional video and staging. Ask for references from the past year. James Malcom and The Malcom Group can be reached at (310) 595-0915 or through our contact page.
Thinking about buying or selling in Studio City? Call James Malcom at (310) 595-0915 or request a free home valuation.
More Studio City seller questions
What do I need to do before selling a home in Studio City?
Studio City is inside the City of Los Angeles, so order the LADBS 9A Report of Residential Property Records, bring smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, seismic gas shut-off and water conservation fixtures into compliance, and complete the state transfer disclosures. Resolve any open permits with LADBS, clear hillside brush, refinish flooring and repaint in warm neutrals. Hillside sellers should address retaining wall issues before an inspector finds them. James Malcom runs this list from the Encino office, (310) 595-0915.
Does Measure ULA apply to home sales in Studio City?
Yes. Studio City is inside the City of Los Angeles, so Measure ULA applies to sales at or above the annually adjusted thresholds and is charged on the entire price, on top of the regular city and county transfer taxes. With a typical house near the first threshold, a large share of Colfax Meadows rebuilds, south of the Boulevard view homes and Longridge estates are affected, so build it into your net sheet. Confirm current thresholds with James before pricing.
How long does it take to sell a house in Studio City?
An updated three or four bedroom on the flats inside the Carpenter boundary, or a clean view home south of the Boulevard, typically draws multiple offers in the first two weekends when priced to the last 90 days of closings on the same side of Ventura, then closes after a 30 to 45 day escrow. Homes across the neighborhood have been going pending after roughly 60 days, and new builds priced above the street or hillside homes with retaining wall or permit issues sit and take reductions.
What is the best month to list a house in Studio City?
Late February through May is the strongest window, when families chasing the Carpenter Community Charter boundary want to close before the school year. September brings a second wave as production schedules settle. December is slow, and August is thin for hillside listings.
Should I renovate before selling in Studio City?
Refresh, do not rebuild. Refinished floors, warm neutral paint, resolved permits and cleared hillside brush are what move Studio City buyers who now have 200-plus listings to compare. An original 1940s traditional on a Colfax Meadows lot usually sells to a builder for land value, so a last-minute kitchen will not change that math, while a view home south of the Boulevard rewards a clean inspection over new finishes. James will tell you which buyer your home attracts.
Can I sell a house with tenants in Studio City?
Yes. Single-family homes and condos generally fall under California statewide just-cause rules, while the 1970s and 1980s multifamily along Ventura, Moorpark and Woodbridge and the duplexes in the Silver Triangle are usually covered by the LA Rent Stabilization Ordinance with relocation requirements. An occupied house loses the families paying for the Carpenter boundary, so a negotiated move-out before listing usually nets more. Occupied duplexes can sell to investors on income.
What disclosures are required when selling in Studio City?
California requires the Transfer Disclosure Statement, Seller Property Questionnaire, Natural Hazard Disclosure report and lead paint disclosure for pre-1978 homes, plus the City of Los Angeles 9A report and retrofit compliance. Hillside sellers should disclose fire zone status, retaining walls, slope and any geology reports, and any unpermitted addition must be disclosed in writing. Condo sellers on Ventura and Moorpark deliver HOA documents, including reserves and any pending special assessment.
Does fire zone status affect selling a home in the Studio City hills?
Yes south of Ventura Boulevard. Laurel Terrace, Sunswept, Fryman Canyon, Longridge and the Laurel Canyon corridor sit in or near Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones, and buyers ask about insurance availability early. Sellers there should clear brush, keep clearance records and have an insurance quote path ready before listing. The flats between Ventura and Moorpark are generally outside the zone.
What schools serve Studio City homes?
Studio City is served by LAUSD, and boundaries drive a large share of buyer decisions. Carpenter Community Charter covers much of Colfax Meadows, the Silver Triangle and the lower hills and adds a measurable premium to a home, while Dixie Canyon Community Charter serves the western blocks. Most of the neighborhood feeds Walter Reed Middle School and North Hollywood High with its Highly Gifted Magnet. Harvard-Westlake, Campbell Hall and Oakwood are the private options. Confirm boundaries with LAUSD before writing an offer.
How long is the commute from Studio City to the studios or the Westside?
The Burbank studios are 10 to 20 minutes east and Radford Studio Center is inside the neighborhood. Downtown Los Angeles is 25 to 45 minutes via the 101, Laurel Canyon and Coldwater Canyon reach Sunset and Beverly Hills in 20 to 35 minutes off peak and closer to an hour at rush hour, and the 405 reaches Santa Monica in 40 to 60 minutes. Hollywood Burbank Airport is 15 minutes, and the Metro B Line stops at Universal City/Studio City.
Studio City vs Sherman Oaks: which is better for buying or selling?
Studio City is smaller, more walkable and generally several hundred thousand dollars more for a comparable flats home, with Tujunga Village, the Sunday farmers market and the Carpenter boundary as the draws. Sherman Oaks offers more inventory, more price points and a modest discount, especially in condos, with a nearly identical commute. Both are City of Los Angeles with the same Measure ULA rules. Sellers in Studio City reach buyers paying up for a boundary; sellers in Sherman Oaks reach a larger pool.
Who is the best listing agent in Studio City?
James Malcom of The Malcom Group lists homes across Studio City from the Encino office at 17547 Ventura Blvd, ten minutes down the boulevard. Judge any agent on recent closed sales on both sides of Ventura Boulevard, the ability to tell a Colfax Meadows address from one inside the Carpenter boundary and a buildable Fryman Canyon pad from one that needs a geology report, a pricing method built on the last 90 days of closings on your side of Ventura, and marketing with twilight and drone video. Call (310) 595-0915.