Lake Balboa (LKBL) Homes under $1.25 million

Lake Balboa (LKBL) Homes under $1.25 million

Welcome to Lake Balboa, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, California. Known for its serene lakes, lush parks, and vibrant community, Lake Balboa offers a delightful blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. With its picturesque landscapes and diverse recreational opportunities, it’s no wonder that this area has become a sought-after destination for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

One of the most appealing aspects of Lake Balboa is its affordability in the current real estate market. Homes under $1.25 million are plentiful, allowing buyers to find their dream residence without breaking the bank. Whether you’re looking for a charming single-family home with a spacious backyard or a modern townhouse with contemporary finishes, Lake Balboa has something to suit every taste and lifestyle.

The region boasts excellent schools, beautiful parks like the expansive Lake Balboa Park, and convenient access to shopping and dining options. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby bike paths, walking trails, and the scenic lake itself, perfect for picnics, paddle boating, or simply soaking in the sun.

Moreover, Lake Balboa’s central location means you’re just a short drive away from the bustling attractions of Los Angeles, including Hollywood, Ventura Boulevard, and the stunning beaches of the Pacific Coast.

In Lake Balboa, you’ll find not just a house, but a place to call home, where community spirit thrives and the beauty of California living is at your doorstep. Come explore the possibilities and discover why Lake Balboa is the perfect place for your next chapter!

Newest Lake Balboa (LKBL) Homes under $1.25 million

16912 Marlin Place, Lake Balboa
$1,095,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SB26223476 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Step into your forever home in Lake Balboa, a gated property filled with natural light, featuring skylights, a waterfall quartz island, and a vaulted primary suite. A remote operated black iron gate opens to a wide driveway for about three vehicles. A brick herringbone porch welcomes you inside. The open concept layout has updated flooring in the living areas and bedrooms, recessed lighting throughout, and central air conditioning. The kitchen is made for entertaining, with a gas cooktop, island hood vent, farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a walk in pantry. The primary suite features a fireplace, two closets, and a bathroom with a new dual vanity and a skylight over the shower. The second bathroom is fully renovated and features a walk in shower with a sleek, fixed single glass panel. The laundry area has cabinets above and below. The washer and dryer are included. The converted garage adds flexible space with flooring, recessed lighting, and central air, and the original garage door remains (unpermitted conversion, not included in the stated living SqFt). Outside, lush St. Augustine lawns enhance both the front and backyard, while ficus hedges with drip irrigation complement the front landscaping. A guava tree grows in front and a growing avocado tree in back, and a paver patio sits off the living room. Roughly a mile from Lake Balboa Park, with Louise Park and neighborhood cafes even closer, this move in ready home delivers style, comfort, and value in the heart of Lake Balboa.

16912 Marlin Place, Lake Balboa

6459 Aldea Avenue, Lake Balboa
$899,999
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SR26223054 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status
Over $75,000 in recent updates. This is NOT a Flip. True pride of ownership. The pool home everyone waits for in Lake Balboa. A newly refinished saltwater pool. On a tree lined street in Lake Balboa, where pool homes come up a few times a year and turnkey ones almost never. This is the one you don't have to fix. You just move in. The big things are already handled. Brand new roof. Fresh paint inside and out. New laminate flooring throughout. Updated dual pane windows with plantation shutters, recessed lighting, and ceiling fans in every room to keep the house comfortable through the hottest Valley afternoons. The expensive work is done. The cosmetic work is done. You get the keys and start living. The oversized galley kitchen was designed by a chef, and you can see it in the layout. Long stretches of white quartz counters give you serious prep space, while abundant white shaker cabinetry with soft close doors keeps everything within reach. An oversized stainless steel farmhouse sink sits beneath a bay window overlooking the backyard and pool, so you can keep an eye on the kids while dinner comes together. A pot filler over the stove, stainless appliances, and a built in wine fridge round it out. There's room to prep, cook, serve, and actually store everything a real kitchen needs. This isn't a kitchen designed just to look good in photos. It was built to be cooked in, every single day. Out back, the yard is private, low maintenance, and built around the pool. Fresh turf gives kids and pets room to run without a lawn to mow. Mature lemon and mandarin trees add color, shade, and a little California to the landscape. And the pool has been completely refreshed with new tile, new coping, Pebble Tec, and a saltwater system that's easy on skin and easy to maintain. Morning coffee by the water. Kids in the pool all afternoon. Dinner on the patio. Friends over on a Saturday night. This backyard doesn't just come with the house. It changes how you live in it. Even the garage gives you more. Already finished with drywall, it's ready to become a home office, gym, studio, or flex space the day you move in, with a pull down attic ladder above for the kind of extra storage that's hard to find. And when you do leave, you're minutes from Lake Balboa Park, the Sepulveda Basin off leash dog park, and the Sunday Encino Farmers Market, with shopping, dining, and freeway access all close by. Come see it before it's gone.

6459 Aldea Avenue, Lake Balboa

16819 Wyandotte Street, Lake Balboa
$765,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ SR26220302 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Newly refreshed interiors, generous gathering spaces, and a tree-shaded backyard make this Lake Balboa home an inviting opportunity to settle in and make it your own. Offered for the first time since the family purchased it more than 50 years ago, this longtime family home is ready to become the backdrop for a new generation of memories. Tucked away on a cozy, non-through street, the home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across nearly 1,900 sq ft on a 6,752 sq ft lot. Classic character is paired with fresh interior paint, dual-pane windows, central heating & air, new carpeting, and new wide-plank vinyl flooring in the kitchen and laundry room. White vinyl fencing frames the front yard, with a pedestrian gate leading to a covered porch and a matching driveway gate completing the enclosed frontage. Inside, the formal living room features crown molding and plantation shutters, flowing through a formal dining room with built-in cabinetry into an expansive family room. A corner fireplace with a natural stone surround and raised hearth anchors this comfortable gathering space, while sliding glass doors connect it to the backyard for easy indoor-outdoor entertaining. The kitchen offers white cabinetry, a gas range, and a bright breakfast nook that provides everyday dining space or possibilities for a future kitchen redesign. Three comfortably sized bedrooms include a spacious primary with a full en-suite bathroom and dual-sink vanity; a full hall bathroom serves the additional bedrooms. Outdoors, a broad covered patio creates room for dining and lounging, while mature trees and an ample yard offer space to garden, play, or create a personalized outdoor retreat. A detached two-car garage and leased solar panels complete the property. Enjoy Lake Balboa’s established residential setting, local shopping and dining, and access to the 101 and 405 freeways, with Lake Balboa Park and the Sepulveda Basin’s walking paths, bike routes, and recreation areas adding to the neighborhood’s appeal. With refreshed finishes and room to evolve, this home offers a comfortable starting point for your next chapter.

16819 Wyandotte Street, Lake Balboa

17326 Parque Vanowen Way, Lake Balboa
$1,025,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ P1-29192 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Delightful 3 bed + loft, 3 bath home offering 2,359 sq ft of bright, open living space in a desirable gated Lake Balboa community with low HOA dues. Built in 2016 and featuring the largest floor plan in the community, this stylish home enjoys a prime corner location offering added privacy and convenient access.A welcoming entry opens to the expansive main living area, where 9-foot ceilings, warm wood-look flooring, and abundant windows create a light-filled, inviting atmosphere. Motorized window shades provide effortless privacy and light control. The spacious great room seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating the perfect setting for relaxed everyday living and effortless entertaining. At the heart of the home, the beautifully appointed kitchen offers rich wood cabinetry, stone countertops, stainless-steel appliances, including a 5-burner range, and generous storage and prep space. A large center island with breakfast bar and stylish pendant lighting provides a natural gathering place for morning coffee, casual meals, and conversation. Upstairs, a versatile loft offers valuable additional living space, ideal for a home office, family room, fitness area, or possible fourth bedroom conversion. The spacious primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat, complete with a separate sitting room, walk-in closet, and ensuite bath featuring an expansive dual vanity, soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed shower, and private water closet. Two generously sized secondary bedrooms include one with a walk-in closet and another with a custom Murphy bed, offering added flexibility for guests or a home office. The thoughtfully designed secondary bath features dual vanities separated from the tub/shower area, making busy mornings a breeze. A dedicated laundry room and additional built-in storage at the landing complete this well-planned upper level. Outside, the private, low-maintenance yard invites you to enjoy Southern California living, with attractive interlocking pavers, artificial turf, and manicured landscaping--perfect for morning coffee, weekend barbecues, or relaxing evenings at home. Additional highlights include an attached 2-car garage with direct access and EV charger hookup. Ideally situated near Lake Balboa Park, Balboa Sports Center, and the Sepulveda Wildlife Reserve, the home offers easy access to hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation. Convenient proximity to the 101 and 405 freeways keeps everything Los Angeles has to offer.

17326 Parque Vanowen Way, Lake Balboa

7244 Chicopee Avenue, Lake Balboa
$835,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26998823 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to 7244 Chicopee, where California cool meets design-forward living. Artfully reimagined and completely turn-key, this Lake Balboa stunner offers the perfect blend of mid-century ranch soul and clean, modern sophistication. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, the home greets you with a striking custom horizontal slat gate that opens into your private, sun-drenched sanctuary. Step inside the 944-square-foot interior where wide-plank flooring and crisp recessed lighting ripple across a luminous, open-concept floor plan. Two expansive picture windows and a seamless glass door designed to transition effortlessly from an intimate, light-filled sanctuary to an inviting venue for hosting under the stars. The kitchen is a visual statement featuring gleaming quartz countertops, a striking slat-wall design accent, premium stainless steel appliances, a chef-smart-ready gas range, and a spacious breakfast bar. Whether you're pouring slow-morning coffee in absolute peace or hosting an intimate dinner party that spills out into the evening air, this kitchen is engineered for both functional workspace and refined entertaining. The redesigned bathroom doubles as a minimalist retreat, pairing a floating dark vanity and matte black hardware with a frameless glass walk-in shower and striking penny-tile flooring. Step outside onto the generous 5,977-square-foot lot and discover a true modernist compound designed for dual-mode California living. Framed by indigo block walls, vibrant bougainvillea, and drought tolerant plants, the private backyard is an entertainer's paradise that effortlessly balances serene solitude with dynamic hosting capability. Twin metal-roofed pergolas structure the outdoor zones: a shaded lounge beneath bistro lighting and anchored by a central fire table for quiet, starlit evenings, alongside an adjacent al fresco dining pavilion complete with a built-in grill station. Step-stone paths wind past a cowboy pool and native landscaping, creating a seamless, resort-style flow that transitions effortlessly from peaceful daytime repose to unforgettable intimate evening gatherings.

7244 Chicopee Avenue, Lake Balboa

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