About Granada Hills
Granada Hills is a lovely, uncrowded city in the San Fernando Valley. Originally
a dairy farm and orchard known as Sunshine Ranch, neighborhoods is the city still
have stands of orange, lemon, and grapefruit trees from the early orchards.
Home buyers will find neighborhoods with gated manors and estates on large lushly
landscaped lawns, mountain views, and swimming pools. There are also beautiful housing
developments that are made up of lovely affordable single family homes on tree lined
street with well-manicured lawns and covered patios. These friendly communities
offer a peaceful sanctuary after a hard day at work or school or for retirees seeking
to enjoy their leisure time. There are also condominium and townhouse complexes
that offer well designed units and provide owners with swimming pools, tennis courts,
fitness facilities and green space for relaxing and chatting with neighbors. Buyers
will also find vacant land for sale just waiting for your dream home.
There are a number of public schools in the city and the middle schools and high
schools serve children from other nearby communities. There are seven public elementary
schools, three public middle schools, and three public high schools. A Charter Academy
and a Continuation School for adult education are also in the community. Private
institutions include five private elementary schools and a private day school.
A popular local haunt is O'Melveny Park. Visitors enjoy open grassy spaces, picnic
areas, and a small fruit tree grove. Rock climbing is a popular pastime and hiking
trails and fire roads lead to a high grassy area that offers views of the valley.
Another vista is Mission Point, the highest point in the city. On a clear day hikers
and bikers enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean and Downtown Los Angeles. Visitors share
the park with such California wildlife as deer, golden eagles, bobcats, mountain
lions, racoons, and coyotes. Zelzah Park, another local park, includes a bridle
path as well as a playground and picnic area. Residents also take advantage of the
Granada Hills Recreation Center has an indoor gymnasium that double as an auditorium
for local events, a playground, picnic areas, and a lighted baseball diamond, and
lighted basketball and tennis courts. The Center runs a early learning program,
an after school program, and various camps for area youths. They also sponsor sports
leagues such as adult and youth basketball and flag football. There are also summer
and holiday festivals and events held at the Center and enjoyed by the locals.
Shoppers will find brand name department stores, specialty shops, boutiques, and
food and produce markets. Diners can choose from steak houses, ethnic eateries,
fine dining restaurants, casual cafes and fast food establishments. Treat the family
to a night out for pizza, celebrate your birthday or anniversary in beautiful surroundings
enjoying your favorite dishes, or just drop by quaint cafe for a quick bite.
In addition to the many activities at area parks locals can enjoy a movie of their
choice at a nine screen local theater. Nearby communities provide many different
venues and a wide variety of entertainment choices. A popular destination is nearby
Northridge that boasts the Valley Performing Arts Center which host national acts,
concerts, and performances.
The city of Granada Hills is a beautiful city nestled in the San Fernando Valley.
There are beautiful, lushly landscaped neighborhoods with lovely homes on tree lined
streets. Those living in the community enjoy walking their pets, hosting barbecues,
quiet family cookouts, and a good read on the patio. Neighborhood parks, the local
recreation center, and nearby open spaces provide a wide range of opportunities
for walking, hiking, and biking, the ability to enjoy panoramic views, or just rest
and relax. Dining and shopping options are convenient and varied and terrific entertainment
of all types is available nearby.
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