Sitting just south of the picturesque Santa Susana Mountains is the lovely city of Porter Ranch. Communities are nestled in the San Fernando Valley offering beautiful views, a peaceful respite from daily stress, and a pastoral environment.

A wide variety of warm and welcoming communities exist throughout the city. Home buyers will find developments built at the base of the mountains that provide incredible views of the hills above, lushly landscaped lawns, swimming pools, and covered patios. Other neighborhoods feature homes of many styles, sizes, and prices on well-manicured lawns that sit along inviting tree lined streets. There are also beautifully designed condominium and townhouse complexes with well-appointed units and amenities for owners. Residents enjoy open green space for relaxing, picnic areas, swimming pools and spas, and fitness facilities.

There are three public elementary schools in Porter Ranch and other age groups attend middle school and high school in the nearby towns of Chatsworth, Granada Hills, and Northridge. Private education options are plentiful in these cities as well.

Porter Ridge Park, nicknamed E.T. Park because it was used in the filming of this popular move, is a regular destination where locals enjoy hiking trails, rock climbing, bike riding, a basketball court, and terrific views. The many trees offer shaded areas and this pet friendly park has a playground and picnic areas. Many choose to visit the park at night to enjoy the awesome panorama of light of surrounding areas. Residents also take advantage of a wide range of recreation and relaxation opportunities in surrounding parks. The natural area that encircles the city provides miles of walking, hiking and equestrian trails. Locals enjoy a day in the wild where they can embrace local plants and wildlife, take in breath taking vistas, or relish a quiet family picnic.

One such nearby park with over 100 acre is open natural space is Chatsworth Park South. The park contains portions of the Old Santa Susana Stage Road. The path was once a stagecoach and covered wagon trail that connected the Los Angeles Basin and Ventura County. Residents and visitors enjoy hiking this trail that has been declared a Los Angeles City Historical Cultural Monument and a Ventura County Historical Landmark. The park has miles of horseback, hiking, and jogging rails to be enjoyed. The Recreation Center in the park has an indoor gymnasium with a stage and indoor basketball courts. Outside there are picnic areas, a playground, and lighted basketball and tennis courts. Guests can also visit the Minnie Hill Palmer House and Museum which is one of the area's original homesteads.

Shopping choices are plentiful in Porter Ranch. There are brand name department stores, specialty shops, boutiques, and markets located throughout the city. Those looking for a fine dining experience, the cuisine of their choice, fast food to take home, or a yummy dessert will not be disappointed. A wide variety of eateries dot the city to provide the food of choice. If this is not enough there is a myriad of other dining and shopping choices in surrounding communities as well.

Entertainment options are equally abundant. Neighboring communities offer a plethora of choices from festivals and events to concerts and performances. Locals find it easy to find something to do.

Porter Ranch provides residents with warm and welcoming neighborhoods, breathtaking mountain views, and amazing parks where one can go hiking, rock climbing or just relax. Conveniences are plentiful and locals enjoy a wide variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment venues.