6551 Ruffner Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406
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OFF MARKET

6551 Ruffner Ave
Van Nuys, CA 91406

Lake Balboa
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,314 sqft

$921,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,636/mo*
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$921,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,636/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,314 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1950
Living Area
1,314 sqft
Price/Sqft
$701

About this House

Beautiful 3 bedroom home that's been fully rehabbed & is the true definition of new! Boasts a new 50 year roof, electronic gated driveway & keypad also opens garage door, dual pane energy saving windows, 5-ton HVAC 18 seers unit with NEST learning thermostat, tank-less water heater, make-up air system for entire house! The new security hardwired & camera systems will make any buyer fully secure. Speaker sound system throughout entire house, garage & back yard and is great for entertaining guests! The upgraded kitchen features stainless steel stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, instant hot/cold water filter system and under-counter wine cooler. The master bedroom has double doors leading out to the back and the bathroom has a steam shower. Stepping out to the yard, you will find a 6-person spa, built-in BBQ & pizza oven, fruit trees, patio dining area & 2-car garage with cabinetry. Don't wait another minute, you are sure to fall in love with this gem!
6551 Ruffner Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,314 sqft single-family home in Lake Balboa, built in 1950. It last sold for $605,000 on Nov 3, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $921,600, with a rent estimate of $3,869/month.

Home Details for 6551 Ruffner Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950Year Updated: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098 sqft

Price History for 6551 Ruffner Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/03/2015$605,000Sold
N/A
10/03/2015$624,900PendingAgent Provided
09/25/2015$624,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/26/2005$540,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Los Angeles

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.03M
$22.92KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$637
$1MoM
Available listings
8228
94MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,192
Assessment$674,758
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 6551 Ruffner Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
6551 De Celis Pl, Van Nuys, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$875,000
01/09/26
3
2
1,325
6640 De Celis Pl, Van Nuys, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$840,000
12/04/25
3
2
1,214
6524 Forbes Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$844,777
05/28/26
3
2
1,226
16539 Gilmore St, Van Nuys, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$780,000
09/24/25
3
1.5
1,214
16637 Victory Blvd, Van Nuys, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$799,000
07/10/26
3
2
1,206
16620 Hamlin St, Van Nuys, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$925,000
04/29/26
3
2
1,504
6432 Petit Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$906,500
11/14/25
3
1.5
1,350
6447 Forbes Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$870,000
02/03/26
3
1.5
1,425
6630 McLennan Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$850,000
03/20/26
3
2
1,105
16731 Victory Blvd, Van Nuys, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$750,000
01/27/26
3
2
1,216

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Assigned Schools

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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

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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 6551 Ruffner Ave

  • What is 6551 Ruffner Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 6551 Ruffner Ave in Van Nuys, CA is $921,600.
  • What is the price history for 6551 Ruffner Ave?
    6551 Ruffner Ave in Van Nuys, CA last sold for $605,000 in November 2015.
  • 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 $1.03M. That is up $22.92K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 6551 Ruffner Ave?
    The lot at 6551 Ruffner Ave in Van Nuys, CA is about 0.14 acres (6,098 sq ft).
  • Does 6551 Ruffner Ave have parking?
    Yes, 6551 Ruffner Ave in Van Nuys, CA has on-site parking.