Studio City occupies part of the southern San Fernando Valley, with commercial life along Ventura Boulevard and homes extending toward the hills.
Living in Studio City
Detached homes, apartments, and condominiums occur on valley-floor and hillside streets.
Ventura Boulevard and nearby Fryman Canyon trails are local orientation points.
Studio City offers a neighborly San Fernando Valley pace with Ventura Boulevard's restaurants and shops at its center. The Los Angeles River Greenway and Fryman Canyon give residents quick access to walking and hiking trails.
Getting around
Laurel Canyon and the US-101 connect to the Westside and Hollywood, and the Metro B Line's Universal City station is close by. Commutes over the hill depend heavily on time of day.
A closer look before you choose
Test canyon and freeway commutes; review slope, wildfire exposure, and insurance at the address level.
Sources & market notes
- Population
- ZIP code 91604 (approximates Studio City); 2020–2024 (5-year estimate); U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
- Median sale price
- Studio City (Redfin neighborhood boundary); all home types; Three months ending September 2026; Redfin housing market report
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Guide reviewed October 14, 2026. Boundaries and housing vary by block. Population and market figures are dated source snapshots, not live prices or appraisals; periods and coverage may differ between guides. Confirm property condition, commute, insurance, and association rules for a specific address.