Calabasas Real Estate

Life in Calabasas

Calabasas blends luxury and privacy with genuine livability. Gated communities here come with 24-hour security and sprawling yards, yet the city maintains a walkable, small-town feel around The Commons at Calabasas — home to upscale shopping, dining, and a Saturday farmers market that draws the whole community.

Why Families Choose Calabasas

Schools zoned for Las Virgenes Unified consistently command pricing premiums of 10-15% over comparable homes in neighboring districts, and for good reason — Calabasas High School holds National Blue Ribbon, California Distinguished, and Gold Ribbon Arts School designations. Families willing to pay that premium typically find it pays for itself through stronger long-term appreciation and resale value.

• Population: ~23,000 residents
• Median Age: ~43 years
• School District: Las Virgenes Unified School District (rated A overall by Niche; top 20% of public schools statewide)
• Median Home Price: Roughly $1.4M-$2.3M depending on neighborhood and gate status, with luxury estates well into the $5M-$20M range
• Community Type: Incorporated city; mix of gated communities and open neighborhoods in the Santa Monica Mountains

Lifestyle & Recreation

Calabasas sits at the doorstep of the Santa Monica Mountains, with direct access to the Upper Las Virgenes Canyons trail system and the Top of Topanga Overlook. The city balances that natural setting with genuine commercial convenience — Calabasas Road and the 101 corridor offer everything from quick errands to elevated dining, and Los Angeles is a manageable 30-mile commute via the 101.

Notable Community Character

Calabasas has long attracted high-profile residents drawn to its combination of privacy, gated security, and proximity to both Los Angeles and Malibu — about a 20-minute drive to the coast. Despite that reputation, the city maintains a genuinely quiet, family-oriented daily rhythm.

Surrounding Communities

Hidden Hills, Bell Canyon, Woodland Hills, West Hills, Agoura Hills