Granada Hills, CA 91344
Granada Hills Homes for Sale & Real Estate
Granada Hills sits at the foot of the Santa Susana Mountains, a short drive from my Chatsworth office. Whether you love its mid-century homes, are buying your first place, or want to add an ADU for family or rental income, I will help you make your move with real local numbers. English y español.
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Market Snapshot
Granada Hills Real Estate Market Today
Here is where the Granada Hills housing market stood for the three months ending September 2026. The median price was lower than a year earlier, while homes sold faster and more of them changed hands.
Source: Redfin, three months ending September 2026. Market numbers change every month. Ask me for a current CRMLS report for your street or property type.
- Median sale price: $955,000, down 7.3% year over year
- Median price per square foot: $558, down 2.5%
- Average days on market: about 38, down from 43 last year
- Homes sold in September 2026: 123, up from 113 a year earlier
The Neighborhood
What It Is Like to Live in Granada Hills
Granada Hills sits at the foothills of the Santa Susana Mountains, with Porter Ranch to the west, Northridge and North Hills to the south, and Mission Hills and Sylmar to the east. It began as the Sunshine Ranch, a dairy and orchard operation, and you can still spot orange, lemon, and grapefruit trees in many backyards. The 118 freeway runs through its southern area.
Homes you will find here
- Mid-century ranch-style homes, which make up much of the neighborhood
- The Balboa Highlands Eichler tract (1962–64), the only Eichler development in Los Angeles County
- The Knollwood Country Club area and its surrounding streets
- Larger hillside homes toward the mountains, plus condos and townhomes
In Pictures
Around Granada Hills
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ADU Potential in Granada Hills
Many mid-century lots in Granada Hills have room in the backyard or a garage that can be converted, which makes the neighborhood a strong candidate for ADUs. The foothills and the neighborhood’s historic areas come with extra rules, so each lot needs a closer look.
- California law generally allows an ADU, and often a junior ADU as well, on single-family lots.
- When a garage is converted into an ADU, state law generally does not let the city require replacement parking.
- Balboa Highlands is a city Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ), so exterior changes there, including ADUs, go through design review. See the City’s Balboa Highlands HPOZ page.
- Foothill lots near the Santa Susana Mountains can fall in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones, which add requirements for access and fire safety.
Getting Around
Freeways, Parks, and Local Landmarks
Granada Hills sits near the 118, 405, and 5 freeways, and Metrolink stations in neighboring Northridge and Sylmar are a short drive away. The tree-lined stretch of White Oak Avenue, with deodar cedars planted in 1932, is one of the neighborhood’s best-known streets.
Schools in Granada Hills include Granada Hills Charter High School, John F. Kennedy High School, Granada Hills Charter TK-8, and Knollwood Elementary. School boundaries can change, so confirm assignments with the district for any specific address.
Places to explore
- O’Melveny Park, the second-largest park in Los Angeles, with 672 acres of trails
- Mission Point, the highest point in Granada Hills, with views across the Valley
- Granada Hills Recreation Center (Petit Park), with ball fields, courts, and a gym
- White Oak Avenue’s historic deodar cedars
- The “Welcome to Granada Hills” monument at Veterans Triangle
FAQ
Granada Hills Real Estate Questions
Is Granada Hills part of the City of Los Angeles?
Yes. Granada Hills is a neighborhood in the City of Los Angeles, so City of LA zoning, permitting, and ADU rules apply.
What is the median home price in Granada Hills?
For the three months ending September 2026, the median sale price in Granada Hills was $955,000, down 7.3% from a year earlier, according to Redfin. Prices vary between condos, mid-century homes, and larger hillside properties, so ask me for numbers on the type of home you are considering.
Are there Eichler homes in Granada Hills?
Yes. Balboa Highlands was built from 1962 to 1964 by Joseph Eichler and is one of only three Eichler tracts in Southern California, and the only one in Los Angeles County. It became a city Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ) in 2010, so exterior changes, including ADUs, go through design review. I help buyers understand the rules before they plan a remodel or ADU.
Can I build an ADU in Granada Hills?
Most single-family lots in Granada Hills can add at least one ADU under California law, and many have room for a detached unit or a garage conversion. Foothill lots and historic areas can come with extra requirements, so every property needs its own review.
How long does it take to sell a home in Granada Hills?
Homes in Granada Hills sold in about 38 days on average for the three months ending September 2026, down from about 43 days a year earlier, according to Redfin. A smart pricing and preparation plan still makes a big difference.
Do you work with Spanish-speaking clients in Granada Hills?
Sí. I work with buyers and sellers in English and Spanish, and I am happy to walk your whole family through the process in the language you prefer.
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Market data from Redfin for the three months ending September 2026 and subject to change. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. ADU rules depend on each property and current law; confirm with the City of Los Angeles before relying on them.