Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, California

Sherman Oaks is located just at the heart of San Fernando Valley. This neighborhood is sandwiched between Van Nuys and North Hollywood to the northern end, the southern border has Bel Air and Beverley Crest, and Encino and Studio City are flanking the eastern part. Access to downtown Los Angeles is as simple as it can get with the 101 freeway. The Metro buses and the Metro Rail network make it easier to travel around.

The climate in Sherman Oaks is moderately stable, with a good number of sunny days.

Sherman Oaks was founded in 1927, with some parts of the Santa Monica Mountains being incorporated into the region. Sherman Oaks houses many learning institutions within its boundaries. Such institutions include; Kester Avenue Elementary School, The Buckley School, Chandler Elementary School, Ivy Bound Academy for Math, Science, and Technology on Morrison Street, and Sherman Oaks Elementary. Like Van Nuys and other surrounding areas in Los Angeles, the public library in Sherman Oaks is under the management of the Los Angeles Public Library.

The housing rates are higher than other neighborhoods in San Fernando Valley, but they are worth it due to their spacious interiors and the pure surroundings. Sherman Oaks tends to be attractive to young and middle-aged professionals. Homes in this area vary from mid-range single bedrooms to luxurious high-end mansions.

The Van Nuys Sherman Oaks Park offers a conducive recreational outlet for the families in Sherman Oaks. Bernardi Center and the Sherman Oaks Castle Park are other great entertainment spots in the area. Go shopping at either the Sherman Oaks Galleria or the Ventura Blvd., each offering a unique experience. The Sherman Oaks Chamber Affair is the most popular event in San Fernando Valley, attracting more than 200 vendors and exhibitions.

The local authority in Sherman Oaks is the Sherman Oaks Neighborhood Council, whose roles include fostering community growth, promoting community participation in local affairs. This council also serves as an advisory body to the Mayor and the City Council.

People in pursuit of a peaceful neighborhood having lots of green spaces along with a wide selection of great restaurants and shopping areas – and the upper-class homes and apartments north of the Hollywood Hills, Sherman Oaks provides all of that. For another top-notch neighborhood in San Fernando Valley, check out Van Nuys.