Pacoima is a Los Angeles community located in the San Fernando Valley. The neighborhoods are close to the Ronald Reagan Highway (California State Route 118), the Golden Gate Parkway (I-5), San Fernando Road, Van Nuys Boulevard, and Laurel Canyon Boulevard. A county operated general airport, Whiteman Airport, is also located in the town.

Real estate in Pacoima consists of single-family homes, farm houses, condominiums, and townhouses. There are lovely houses in a variety of styles on manicured lawns, in welcoming neighborhoods with a warm community feel. Home owners enjoy backyard cookouts, neighborhood parties, and relaxing on the patio. Well-designed condominium and townhouse complexes offer residents units of varying sizes and amenities such as swimming pools, playgrounds, and green space for relaxation.

Parents can choose from public or private schools in Pacoima. There are five public elementary schools, three public middle schools, two public high schools, and three private schools.

Residents enjoy local parks such as David M. Gonzales Recreation Center that has an auditorium, community room, gymnasium and indoor basketball court. There is also an outdoor gymnasium, lighted baseball diamond, basketball and handball courts, a soccer field, a picnic area with tables, and a playground.

Richie Valens Park and Recreation Center has a swimming pool, lighted baseball diamonds, lighted basketball and tennis courts, and a soccer field. There is a playground, picnic areas with tables, and a jogging path. The Center has an auditorium, gymnasium, and a community room with a kitchen. The park hosts an annual Richie Valens Fest to celebrate the success of this native son.

The Hubert H Humphrey Memorial Park and Recreation Center has a heated swimming pool that is used year-round. The Center has a teen center with a kitchen and a stage. The Park provides a lovely green area for picnics with barbecue pits and tables, a lighted baseball diamond, basketball, handball, and volleyball courts, and a football field.

The Hansen Dam Recreation and Hansen Dam Municipal Golf course sits just north of the community. The golf course also has a driving range, practice chipping and putting greens, a restaurant, a club house, and a snack bar.

A small park, the Roger Jessup Recreation Center, has a playground and a picnic area with tables and barbecue pits.

Shoppers will find a shopping center, an outlet ball, big box stores, department stores, specialty shops, and boutiques in Pacoima. There are also many grocery stores, butchers, and ethnic markets to buy necessities and find the ingredients for your favorite recipes.

Restaurants, cafes, bistros, and fast food eateries abound in the area. A wide range of cuisines are represented as well as dining styles and convenience. It is equally easy to enjoy a fine dining experience or pick up your favorite dishes to take home and enjoy on the patio.

Residents enjoy the local entertainment, celebrations, and festivals. Additionally, a wide variety of venues are nearby offering movies, concerts, live performances, and professional sporting events.

The communities of Pacoima offer warm and welcoming neighborhoods with affordable home. There are wonderful local parks offering rest and recreation opportunities from picnics, to jogging, to pickup basketball games. Local activities and the convenience of amenities and entertainment make this a wonderful place to call home.