South of Ventura vs. North: What's the Difference?
The two sides of Ventura Boulevard in Encino feel different and price differently. Understanding the distinction matters when you're buying.
Ventura Boulevard is more than a commercial corridor in Encino — it's a dividing line. The two sides of the street have distinct characters, and buyers who don't understand the difference can end up surprised by what they find.
South of Ventura is where you'll find Encino's larger homes. Lots are bigger, homes tend to be more recently updated, and prices reflect it. This is where the luxury market lives — estates with pools, mature landscaping, and the kind of privacy that's hard to find in Los Angeles. The tradeoff is price: you're paying a meaningful premium to be south of the boulevard.
North of Ventura is more accessible and, for many buyers, more livable. The streets are quieter, the neighborhood has a genuine residential feel, and the price points are lower without sacrificing the Encino address. For buyers who want the neighborhood without the estate price tag, north of Ventura is worth a serious look.
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