Northridge, home to a branch of the California State University, is a lovely city in Los Angeles County. Located in the beautiful San Fernando Valley the town offers lovely neighborhoods, a beautiful environment, and a convenient commute to the city of Los Angeles.

For those house hunting in the region they will find beautiful neighborhoods and condominium and townhouse communities. These are lovely developments that offer houses of various styles, sizes, and prices. Homes sit on lushly landscaped lawns with welcoming backyards, swimming pools, covered lanais, and friendly patios. Homeowners enjoy hosting barbecues, relaxing family picnics, and pool parties. The tree lined streets invite bike rides, strolls through the neighborhood or taking the family pet for a run. Condominium units and townhouses are well designed and owners enjoy amenities such as fitness facilities, swimming pools and spas, open green space for relaxing or picnicking.

Public schools in Northridge are administered by the Los Angeles Unified School District. There are seven elementary schools, three middle schools, and one high school. Parents can also choose from a number of private schools in the city. California State University, Northridge (CSUN) offers bachelors and master's degrees and is a major contributor to the local economy.

The local Recreation Center has an indoor gymnasium, a community room and a heated outdoor seasonal swimming pool. There is a welcoming open green space for picnics with tables and barbecue pits, a playground, a lighted baseball diamond, lighted outdoor basketball and tennis courts, a lighted soccer field, and an indoor basketball court. The Center also sponsors youth sports leagues. Dearborn Park offers residents another place for a picnic and play as well as horseshoe pits and jogging paths.

Residents and visitors enjoy the CSUN Botanic Garden. There is a one acre garden divided into different sections to highlight a wide variety of flora. Plant lovers will find trees and shrubs, bulbs, cacti, ground covers, herbs and annual plants, and foliage that attract butterflies and other beneficial insects. Strolling the garden on a beautiful sunny afternoon is a wonderful experience.

Shoppers embrace the Northridge Fashion Center that offers brand name department stores, specialty stores, shops and a movie theater with nine screens. Hungry shoppers will find chain restaurants, cafes, and fast food eateries including ice cream and sweet rolls. The mall hosts holiday events, a Farmer's Market, and dining specials such as Tasty Tuesday's that offers food deals weekly.

In addition to the dining options at the local malls there are numerous other eateries to enjoy. There are steak houses, rib shacks, bistros, and cafes. A wide variety of ethnic cuisines are also represented. You can choose a fine dining experience enjoying your favorite dishes, stop by a quiet cafe for a delicious meal, grab wings or a burger at a sports bar, or pick up something to take home for a peaceful dinner on the patio.

Entertainment and events are plentiful in Northridge. The Valley Performing Arts Center hosts national acts and performers and the popular botanical gardens host concerts. Another popular venue is the Donald E. Bianchi Planetarium which is operated by CSUN's Department of Physics and Astronomy. The Planetarium offers many different shows throughout the year that explain the mysteries of the skis to people of all ages.

Northridge residents enjoy warm and friendly neighbors, beautiful parks, and the feeling of community. Shopping and dining options are both convenient and varied and an eclectic offering of entertainment is offered in the city. All of this under the beautiful California sun just a short drive to both Los Angeles and Pacific Ocean beaches.