7225 Forbes Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406
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OFF MARKET

$1,447,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,320 sqft (on 0.54 acres)

7225 Forbes Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406

Lake Balboa
Est. Refi. Payment $9,168/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 6, 2025 for $1,250,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.45M
Since last month
Increased$29K (+2.1%)
Since last year
Increased$57K (+4.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$174K (+13.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +101% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.42M
August 2026$1.42M
July 2026$1.39M
June 2026$1.39M
May 2026$1.41M
April 2026$1.4M
March 2026$1.36M
February 2026$1.36M
January 2026$1.35M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
16822 Valerio St, Van Nuys, CA
0.18
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$1,290,000
12/23/25
4
3
2,400
7058 Petit Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.25
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$932,478
02/18/26
3
2
1,793
7229 De Celis Pl, Van Nuys, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,043,463
07/14/26
4
3
1,649
6846 Wish Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.62
Single-Family Home
$1,304,850
06/02/26
4
2
1,946
16931 Gault St, Van Nuys, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$940,000
11/07/25
3
2
1,383
17048 Sherman Way, Van Nuys, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
10/29/25
4
3
2,162
7465 Whitaker Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$930,000
10/03/25
3
2
1,635
7038 McLennan Ave, Van Nuys, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$765,000
03/02/26
4
2
1,887

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
16731 Sherman Way, Van Nuys, CA 91406
0.12
$3,250,500
22
14
11,326
Off Market
7307 Forbes Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406
0.09
$1,349,400
3
4
2,455
Off Market
7300 Balboa Blvd #A, Los angeles, CA 91406
0.10
$608,800
2
2.5
1,275
Off Market
7304 Balboa Blvd #E, Van Nuys, CA 91406
0.10
$587,800
2
2.5
1,332
Off Market
7310 Balboa Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91406
0.10
$675,600
2
3
1,349
Off Market
7306 Balboa Blvd #B, Van Nuys, CA 91406
0.10
$642,400
2
2.5
1,349
Off Market
7327 Whitaker Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406
0.14
$1,319,200
3
2.5
2,652
Off Market
7129 Forbes Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406
0.13
$1,099,000
4
3
2,525
For Sale
7320 Balboa Blvd #123, Van Nuys, CA 91406
0.13
$591,300
2
3
1,170
Off Market
7320 Balboa Blvd #205, Van Nuys, CA 91406
0.13
$475,000
2
2
894
For Sale
7320 Balboa Blvd #102, Van Nuys, CA 91406
0.13
$442,500
2
2
916
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 7225 Forbes Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1947
0.54 acre lot
2,320 sqft
$624/sqft
Garage

About this House

Over Half an Acre in Lake Balboa: Car Lovers, Creatives, Gardeners, and Dreamers are Welcome! You'll fall in love with this private oasis in peaceful Lake Balboa! Set on a rare 23,370 sq ft lot, this gated compound offers exceptional privacy and endless possibilities. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is anchored by a spacious great room with vaulted ceilings and skylights, filling the living and dining areas with natural light and warmth. While very livable, the home could benefit from some updating -- a wonderful opportunity to add value and make it your own. A true highlight is the detached 3-car garage connected to an oversized bonus space. Perfect for car aficionados, hobbyists, or creatives, it provides incredible space for a workshop, studio, or the build-out of a guesthouse or ADU -- ideal for multigenerational living or storage. Outdoors, the property continues to impress with a sparkling 14' x 40' pool, an incredible amount of succulents, native plants, trees, and generous gated parking for several vehicles and plenty of play spaces. This rare Lake Balboa gem offers the space, flexibility, and lifestyle you've been waiting for, whether your dream is to restore, expand, or create your own private compound. Property sold AS-IS. Bring your vision. Bring your entire family.
7225 Forbes Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91406 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,320 sqft single-family home in Lake Balboa, built in 1947. It last sold for $1,250,000 on Oct 6, 2025 (7% below the $1,349,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2026 with an asking price of $4,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 10, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,447,000, with a rent estimate of $5,939/month.
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Allison Gold DRE # 01865934, (323) 855-4692
Compass, (310) 230-5478
Ari Afshar DRE # 01753779, (310) 738-5180
Compass, (310) 230-5478
Bought with: Matthew Roton DRE # 01890855, Shawbrook Capital Inc., (310) 363-2551
Source: CLAW, MLS#25583921

Home Details for 7225 Forbes Ave

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2320 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Range/Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Laundry Room,Electric Dryer HookupMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas, Living RoomSpa: In GroundHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Hardwood, Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Trees/Woods, Pool
Security
Security: Gated, Automatic Gate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition ShinglePatio / Porch: Awning(s)Fencing: Stucco WallOther Structures: None
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Open Parking Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Private,Garage - 3 Car,Oversized,Detached,Concrete
Pool
Pool: In Ground, FencedPool

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1947
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Not Attached Property

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,349,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Sep 12 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Lake Balboa

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2320 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.54 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 25583921Water View

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 10, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,990
Feb 6, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,990
Price decreased by 11%
Jan 14, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,500
Jan 14, 2026
Source: CRMLS #SR25251570
ListingRemoved
$4,500
Dec 12, 2025
Source: CRMLS #SR25251570
PriceChange
$4,500
Price decreased by 6%

Market trends in Los Angeles

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.03M
$7.08KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$638
$0MoM
Available listings
8438
32MoM

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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 7225 Forbes Ave

  • What is 7225 Forbes Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 7225 Forbes Ave in Van Nuys, CA is $1,447,000.
  • What is the price history for 7225 Forbes Ave?
    7225 Forbes Ave in Van Nuys, CA last sold for $1,250,000 in October 2025.
  • 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 down $7.08K from the prior month.
  • Does 7225 Forbes Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 7225 Forbes Ave in Van Nuys, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 7225 Forbes Ave have a pool?
    Yes, 7225 Forbes Ave in Van Nuys, CA has a pool.

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