17238 Vanowen St, Van Nuys, CA 91406
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OFF MARKET

$846,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 10, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 800 sqft

17238 Vanowen St, Van Nuys, CA 91406

Lake Balboa

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
800 sqft
$1,059/sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 17238 Vanowen St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

New redone bathroom and floors, freshly painted spacious duplex. centrally located around schools shopping and dog park. Private front and side yards for extra space.
2 assigned parking spaces.
No smoking allowed on the property! Tenant is responsible for utilities (DWP,GAS). Must show proof of income(three times the rent amount), and have a good standing credit above 700. Small dog is allowed for extra security deposit.
Do not disturb occupants!
By appointment only!

ATTENTION

Please read rental listing requirements before applying or scheduling an appointment thank you!

Rental Leasing Requirements
In accordance with California Leasing Laws
Thank you for your interest in our rental. Please review the following leasing criteria. It is important to note that we comply with all local, state, and federal fair housing laws, and discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, and religion is strictly prohibited.
1. Application Process
 All adult applicants (18 years and older) must complete a rental application and pay the applicable non-refundable application fee.
 Identification and proof of income are required for all applicants.
2. Income Requirements
 Gross monthly income must be at least 3 times the rent.
 Acceptable forms of income verification include recent pay stubs, tax returns, or bank statements.
3. Credit History
 A credit check will be conducted on all applicants.
 Applicants must demonstrate satisfactory credit history.
 Minimum Credit: A credit score of 700 or higher is required, but individual circumstances will be considered.
 Negative credit factors, such as bankruptcies or collections, may impact on eligibility.
4. Rental History
 A minimum of two years of rental history is preferred.
 Applicants should not have a history of eviction or lease violations.
 Applicants must provide proof of rental payment for the last six months from their current landlord.
5. Background Check
 A criminal background check will be performed for all applicants.

 Certain convictions may disqualify applicants, especially those related to property crimes or violent offenses.
6. Section 8 Applications
 We welcome Section 8 applicants.
 Please note that we will not rely solely on credit reports as your ability to pay is essential.
7. Occupancy Guidelines
 The number of occupants permitted is based on the number of bedrooms in the apartment. Our guidelines are 2 per bedroom plus 1. For a 2-bedroom unit we will allow a maximum of 5 persons
8. Other Factors Will Also Be Considered
 Example: Ability to maintain a unit and conduct towards other tenants.

No smoking on the property. tenent is responsible for utilities.
17238 Vanowen St, Van Nuys, CA 91406 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 sqft single-family home in Lake Balboa. It last sold for $615,000 on Oct 5, 2018 (21,864% above the $2,800 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2025 with an asking price of $2,850 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 21, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $846,800, with a rent estimate of $2,868/month.

Home Details for 17238 Vanowen St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 17238 Vanowen St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
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Bath
Sqft
17250 Archwood St, Van Nuys, CA
0.13
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$770,000
04/07/26
3
1
999 sqft
16918 Bassett St, Van Nuys, CA
0.41
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$732,000
10/09/25
2
1
938 sqft
6834 Encino Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$905,000
05/11/26
3
1
1,064 sqft
16937 Hartland St, Van Nuys, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$810,000
04/21/26
2
2
926 sqft
17350 Hamlin St, Van Nuys, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$830,500
09/25/25
3
1
1,126 sqft
6539 Louise Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
05/18/26
3
1
1,461 sqft
17400 Cantlay St, Van Nuys, CA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$740,000
02/06/26
2
1
1,074 sqft
17411 Victory Blvd, Van Nuys, CA
0.50
Single-Family Home
$680,000
10/23/25
3
2
1,300 sqft
7001 Bianca Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
04/03/26
3
1
1,184 sqft
7359 Louise Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.76
Single-Family Home
$662,000
02/25/26
2
1
819 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Lake Balboa

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,868/mo
Average rent
$2.53K
$33MoM
Available listings
165
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Neighborhood Overview

Lake Balboa
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What Locals Say about Lake Balboa

At least 300 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say parking is easy

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say kids play outside

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 21 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kevin Motta
    "There’s is a dog park for small and large dogs. There’s a pets stores close by. Also there are many parks arounds with pathways for waking with your dog."
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  • Trulia User
    "I enjoy seeing looking up into the sky & seeing military planes fly in formation on the weekends, & I enjoy seeing owls at night."
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  • Trulia User
    "Summer movie night at the park and walks around the block to admire the different homes, as well as listening to the neighborhood garage band play on Friday nights. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Commute is good, not bad, there’s is no much traffic here, only when you get into the freeway but driving around the neighborhood it’s great."
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  • Trulia User
    "about safety and the ways to prevent harmful events from occuring that involve their children. safety first."
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute to Castaic is about 25 minutes, leaving at 0600 - going back at 1600 is about 30 minutes."
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  • Trulia User
    "Most neighbors do pick up after their dogs but some don’t specially the ones with big dogs so if anyone is considering moving into this neighborhood please be the kind that does abid by the rules "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a sense of community. We have lived here three years now and people are friendly and there are several schools near by. "
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  • Trulia User
    "My commute is an average of about 30 min to city center with no traffic, can double during rush hour "
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  • Trulia User
    "Close to 405 freeway, takes me 30-45 minutes to get to West Los Angeles with traffic in the morning. On weekends, traffic is not that bad so it takes only 15-20 minutes to get to West LA. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Many options available. There is metro line, car pool share parking lot & busses. Also, the freeway is close by. I enjoy living here. The park has many activities including a lake, fishing, bikes, & waterfall. There are trails, tennis, & archery, too. "
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  • Dalas
    "Pretty safe and clean when I used to be in college I didn’t have any problems with public transportation except for a few trouble makers but never had an encounter myself. "
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  • Arik S.
    "It’s good and everything is nice and dandy and I’m excited for the future of man kind here and idk why I have to fill this out "
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  • Deron B.
    "There are a lot of families in the neighborhood, children playing dogs being walked, people going for a stroll or an evening walk. It can be a beautiful community. "
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  • Mishey P.
    "I been living here for over 15 and I love it, is safe and beautiful and everything is near by and schools and my job "
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  • Jaclyn M.
    "I’ve lived here for three years and we have gotten to know many great people in the neighborhood! There are a lot of young new families that have moved in as well, and we have created a community feeling here. We have really enjoyed it. "
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  • Nikolas P.
    "People don’t clean up after their dogs and some people let their dogs off leash which can cause some issues. "
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  • Ladyofthelake
    "Way too many homeless people now. It used to be nice but homeless have invaded. There are beautiful homes in the neighborhoods but the vagrants like to wonder the nice quiet streets to vandalize cars and steal packages. "
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  • Ashley M.
    "Horrible public transportation. If you miss the bus, the next one come 15-20 min later. I lived 10 min from my job (by car), it would take me an hour and a half because of the bus schedule "
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  • Jerome P.
    "Parks are nearby and it’s easy to walk your dogs. The neighborhood makes it easy to easily walk your animals. "
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  • Lee S.
    "It’s a lovely family community with great parks, but the public schools are not very good — especially the middle schools."
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  • G B.
    "Good access to public transportation. I ride the Commuter Express to work now and I'm loving not having to drive to work "
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  • Tubonism
    "People are friendly lots of dog people good neighbors only prob for me is the traffic at times but for most of the time it’s okay "
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  • Marcellalessandra
    "I live here for 25 years and counting Love this area I am planning to retire here as well Lovely area"
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  • Camille111462
    "We live close to a beautiful lake and park. public transportation is readily available. Birmingham High is a great option for kids."
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  • Marcellalessandra
    "Nice Neighbors Community Look for each other Neighborhood watch Pet friendly Dog parks Balboa Park "
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  • angrytenat
    "THERE ARE COCKROACHES EVERYWHERE! do not move into any Anza owned property. I have been dealing with roaches for months now and they havent done anything or compensated for nights and days we couldnt work"
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  • Alison M.
    "There are Lots of dogs being walked and access to Good local vets and emergency vets. There aren’t very many dog parks or groomers."
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  • Balboa Sucks
    "The area is horrible. The people are ghetto. Trash, roaches, silverfish everywhere. The area is changing and not for the better. "
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  • Amanda P.
    "Nothing special here. There’s a park nearby, but it’s just a regular park. This area is also a bit of a food desert. I’m moving when my lease is up."
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  • Wendy Yost
    "It's a great pocket of the San Fernando Valley. Adjacent to the 101 and 405, yet surrounded by parks, Golf Courses and recreation areas."
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  • Sol M.
    "It’s close to Lake Balboa , huge park 2 minutes away from here and the orange line that’s also about a minute away from my neighborhood "
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  • Michelle H.
    "People always walk their dogs on leashes and the dogs are friendly. If the dogs are anxious the owners are kind enough to steer them away."
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  • Omarrealestate
    "Safe streets, clean side walks, good transportation system, good schools, and low crime rates. Low prices."
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  • Lorenarlj23
    "Farmers market on Sunday is a quick, easy, fun, and family oriented activity for us to take part in every Sunday. It’s close enough where we can walk too. "
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  • Epadilla124
    "Lake Balboa is a great neighborhood where my kids can play outside. we also have one of the most beautiful parks in Los Angeles! "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 21, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,800
Aug 10, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,800
Price increased by 1%
Jun 25, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,770
Price decreased by 3%
Jun 19, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,850
Feb 15, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,275

Frequently asked questions about 17238 Vanowen St

  • What is 17238 Vanowen St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 17238 Vanowen St in Van Nuys, CA is $846,800.
  • What is the price history for 17238 Vanowen St?
    17238 Vanowen St in Van Nuys, CA last sold for $615,000 in October 2018.
  • Is Van Nuys a buyer's or seller's market?
    Van Nuys is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Van Nuys?
    The median sale price in Van Nuys is $1.04M. That is up $10.92K from the prior month.
  • Does 17238 Vanowen St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 17238 Vanowen St in Van Nuys, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 17238 Vanowen St have parking?
    Yes, 17238 Vanowen St in Van Nuys, CA has on-site parking.

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