Zip code 91356, Mar 2026 to May 2026, from the Redfin Data Center. 91356 covers most of Tarzana and mixes hillside estates south of Ventura with flatland houses and condos, so house medians are the better guide. Zip codes don't line up neatly with neighborhood borders, and medians hide a wide range of homes, so treat these as a rough feel for the area.
Los Angeles Times publisher Harrison Gray Otis owned about 550 acres here when Edgar Rice Burroughs, fresh from Illinois, bought the tract on March 1, 1919 and named it Tarzana Ranch after his jungle hero. Burroughs later carved the ranch into home lots and small farms, and the community that grew on them kept the name, which is why a Valley town still answers to Tarzan.
The homes
Tarzana splits at Ventura Boulevard. South of it, the streets wind up into the Santa Monica Mountains toward Mulholland Drive, with mid-century hillside houses, traditional and Mediterranean estates, and big newer builds on graded pads, many with pools and long views across the Valley. Some of the canyon streets near the top feel tucked away, with lots that back up to open hillside. The hillside streets around Braemar Country Club's golf course add a green backdrop to the mix.
North of Ventura, the flats run toward Victory Boulevard with 1950s and 1960s ranch homes on comfortable lots, a few older homes from the small-farm era, and plenty of remodels and rebuilds. Condos, townhomes and apartments line Ventura, Reseda Boulevard and the streets near them. It sits between Encino to the east and Woodland Hills to the west, with a similar pattern of hills to the south and flats to the north.
The feel
- Ventura Boulevard runs the length of Tarzana with sushi bars, Israeli and Persian restaurants, delis, cafes and small shopping centers.
- Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park, at the top of Reseda Boulevard, is a trailhead into Topanga State Park, with fire roads along the ridge and wide views of the Valley.
- Caballero Canyon has a loop trail on the north side of the mountains with Valley views and a connection into Topanga State Park.
- Tarzana Recreation Center has a lighted ball field, basketball and volleyball courts, picnic areas and a gym that doubles as an auditorium.
Eat, drink, shop
- Sushi Iki (Ventura Blvd). A six-seat counter serving a long, nigiri-heavy omakase on weekends, a true special-occasion splurge. The Infatuation
- Sushi Spot (Ventura Blvd). A tiny sushi bar known for one of the more affordable omakase menus in the Valley. The Infatuation
- Hummus Bar & Grill (Ventura Blvd). An Israeli grill where refillable small plates of salads and dips come with fresh laffa and pita. The Infatuation
- Apey Kade (Ventura Blvd). One of the Valley's rare Sri Lankan restaurants, with string hoppers, sambal and coconut gravy as the move. The Infatuation
- Tarzana Armenian Deli and Grocery (Ventura Blvd). A deli open since 1972, best known for pita wraps like soujouk and turkey pastrami. The Infatuation
Getting around
The 101 runs along Tarzana's northern side, so Encino and Sherman Oaks are minutes east, and the Sepulveda Pass on the 405 to Westwood and Santa Monica is often 25 to 35 minutes off-peak, much longer at rush hour. Ventura Boulevard handles most local trips. The Metro G Line busway crosses the north end of Tarzana with stops at Reseda and Tampa, linking to the B Line subway at North Hollywood.
What's new
- LA28 in the Sepulveda Basin. The 2028 Olympic venue plan puts 3x3 basketball, BMX, skateboarding and modern pentathlon at the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area, a short drive east. (LA28)
- East San Fernando Valley light rail. Metro is building a 6.7-mile, 11-station light rail line along Van Nuys Boulevard from the G Line north to San Fernando Road, with completion estimated in early 2032. (Metro)
Good to know
- City of LA rules apply, including hillside building limits that can cap how big you can build on a sloped lot south of Ventura.
- Fire zones. The hills south of Ventura often fall in very high fire hazard severity zones. Get insurance quotes early.
- City transfer tax on higher-priced sales. The City of LA generally adds a transfer tax (Measure ULA) on sales above a set threshold, which comes up at many hillside price points. Verify current rates with the LA Office of Finance and your escrow officer.
- Valley heat. Summer afternoons often run well above the coast. Good AC and a shaded yard or pool get a lot of use.
- Hillside inspections. For homes in the hills, add a look at retaining walls, drainage, foundations and the sewer line.
Questions people ask
Is Tarzana part of Los Angeles?
Yes. Tarzana is a neighborhood in the City of Los Angeles, in the southwest San Fernando Valley between Encino and Woodland Hills. City of LA rules apply, including hillside building limits on sloped lots and the Measure ULA transfer tax on sales above a set threshold.
Why is it called Tarzana?
Tarzana is named for Tarzan. Author Edgar Rice Burroughs bought the former Harrison Gray Otis tract in 1919, called it Tarzana Ranch after his famous character, and later subdivided it. The community that grew up on the ranch land adopted the name.
What kind of homes are in Tarzana?
South of Ventura Boulevard, streets climb into the Santa Monica Mountains with mid-century hillside homes, traditional and Mediterranean estates and large new builds, many with Valley views. North of Ventura, the flats hold 1950s and 1960s ranch homes, with condos and apartments along the main boulevards.
Is Tarzana in a fire zone?
Parts of it are. The hills south of Ventura Boulevard often fall in very high fire hazard severity zones, which can affect insurance. Check any specific address on CAL FIRE's Fire Hazard Severity Zone map and get insurance quotes early.
