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Renter's guide to Reseda, Los-Angeles, CA

Situated in the iconic San Fernando Valley, Reseda is a small suburb of Los Angeles. A former agricultural hub, famous for growing the best lettuce in the U.S. back in the 1930s, the neighborhood has since evolved and expanded into an area offering both urban centers and suburban residential areas. With a highly diverse population and proximity to a wealth of facilities and business centers, it’s popular with young professionals and families alike.

While Reseda was once one of the most populated neighborhoods in the valley, it currently has a population of around 75,235. With an area of 5.8 sq. miles, it’s about half the physical size of neighboring Northridge, which has a smaller population of around 71,674. As such, it’s more densely populated than other nearby neighborhoods, but still a far cry from the hustle and bustle of downtown LA.

Reseda is around 27 miles northwest of downtown LA, which can typically be reached within 40 minutes to an hour. The Ventura Freeway is just south of the neighborhood, allowing easy travel in any direction, with other neighborhoods such as Burbank and North Hollywood, which are reachable in under 35 minutes.

Reseda enjoys hot summer days and cool evenings, with highs of around 90°F in July. Winters are mild, and while rainfall is more common than in summer, it’s still fairly dry, with January lows of around 40°F. Annual rainfall averages at around 16 inches, with just 36 days of precipitation, compared with 279 sunny days each year.

Tips for renting in Reseda, Los-Angeles, CA

Things to do in Reseda, Los-Angeles, CA

While nightlife may be in short supply, there are other things to keep you occupied in Reseda. Reseda Park and Recreation Center is a great spot by the Los Angeles River featuring numerous lit sports facilities, such as a baseball diamond, basketball courts, tennis courts, and even table tennis. Additionally, there are numerous barbecue pits, picnic tables and paths for dog walking or jogging. The large artificial lake is great for kids who can feed the ducks, while adults can practice fishing.

Culture vultures will need to step out of the neighborhood to visit museums, galleries, and theaters, but there are numerous options nearby. The Museum of the San Fernando Valley is just north of Reseda, and is well worth checking out, as it’s packed full of stories and knick-knacks from yesteryear.

Reseda, Los-Angeles, CA employment & economy

With a median household income of around $59,000 dollars, the residents of Reseda earn just about the average US income. The major industries in this neighborhood include the service industry, and sales. The most common jobs are in office and admin roles, and compared to the rest of California, more residents of Reseda are employed in construction and extraction occupations.

Education in Reseda, Los-Angeles, CA

Home to 15 public schools and 5 private schools, parents in Reseda have many choices when it comes to educating their children. The neighborhood is served by the Los Angeles Unified School District and the top-rated schools include: The Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Students (grades 4 – 12), The Grover Cleveland Charter High School (grades 9 – 12), and The Magnolia Science Academy (grades 6 – 12).

The Shirley Avenue Elementary School and the Reseda Elementary School offer further alternatives as well.