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$1,250,013$761 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,095,000 on Jan 22, 2021

5940 RANCHITO AVE

VAN NUYS, CA 91401
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,643 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,095,000 · Jan 22, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,368 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,285,371 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$967,173
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$318,198
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,260,168

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyLOS ANGELES
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1957
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Rock / Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Erwin ElementaryB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Ulysses Grant High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Millikan Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Los Angeles Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 91401These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.409

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,506
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11,435 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,244
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,166
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

5940 Ranchito Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Valley Glen
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Valley Glen
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Valley Glen

What homes are worth in Van Nuys 91401

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$488K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Van Nuys 91401.

How it measures up in Van Nuys 91401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Van Nuys 91401.

Estimated value$1,250,013
CheaperTypical $1,070,600Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$761
CheaperTypical $613Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,643 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,791 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 5940 Ranchito Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValley GlenVan Nuys 91401Los Angeles County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,250,01383% of homes69% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$76191% of homes85% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,643 ft²46% of homes41% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac79% of homes75% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than195358% of homes54% of homes41% of homes

About 5940 Ranchito Ave

How much is 5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA is $1,250,013 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,152,836 to $1,347,190. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA last sell?

5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA last sold on Jan 22, 2021 for $1,095,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA?

5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,643 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA built?

5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA?

5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA is assigned to Erwin Elementary (elementary), rated B; Ulysses Grant High School (high), rated B-; Millikan Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Los Angeles Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA compare to other homes in Van Nuys 91401?

Among the 7,406 homes in Van Nuys 91401, it is worth more than 69% of them ($1,250,013 against a typical $1,070,600), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($761 against a typical $613), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,643 ft² against a typical 1,791 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1953 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Los Angeles County, it is worth more than 77% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5940 Ranchito Ave, Van Nuys, CA was $15,368. The county assessed it at $1,285,371.

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