Maintaining its small town vibe with a soul for the adventurous and a heart for families, Conejo Valley is the place we’re proud to call home. We are a close knit group of people who moved to the here to raise our kids. We hangout at the park, hit an occasional happy hour, and support our local businesses. We’re an easy going bunch and making friends is easy.

Safe in the way that you’ll feel comfortable taking a walk around the lake even when it’s dark out. Safe enough that accidentally leaving your garage open overnight doesn’t mean you’ll wake up to an empty garage in the morning (yep, I’ve done that).

Hopefully we’re not the first to tell you this:

You deserve an experienced agent who knows the area and the home buying process. An agent who knows the nuances of Conejo Valley’s towns and neighborhoods will help you narrow in on the areas that you like best, and avoid making a mistake.

Over the years we’ve heard some not so great stories. We’ll spare you the details, but we do want to offer a little free advice!

Conejo Valley loves its California sunshine. Our summers can get a little warm, but at least our winters don’t leave us shoveling snow from the driveway.

Before we get into summer vs. winter, let’s address the two types of people in this world: Those that like the heat (strange), and those who don’t (us).

If you love the heat, no need to worry. You’ll be happy in the California sun sitting by the pool, enjoying an outdoor venue, or heading to the park. Even letting the kiddos run around one of our indoor playgrounds when you do need to escape the heat.

We however, don’t like the heat. So the few weeks a year where the temp hits triple digits, you can find us indoors with the A/C cranked high.

But, whether you love the heat or not, you’ll be happy to hear that our temperatures always drop with the sun. You won’t find yourself sweating in your bed sheets at night. A cracked window and a fan usually does the trick.

To touch on winter: Our winters, or lack there-of, last about as long as our summer’s heat wave – not very. There’s a reason Californians have a reputation for not knowing how to drive in the rain, we don’t get much practice. It only rains a few weeks of the year and we welcome it when it does.

All in all, we’re super lucky here. Our moderate temperatures invite an active lifestyle and just makes life more fun. We’re spoiled in the Conejo Valley and we don’t mind bragging about it.

We’re known for our excellent schools. But, chances are you already know that. If you don’t, there are tons of online resources where you can read all about our school’s scores and rankings.

Conejo Valley School Districts:

• Las Virgenes Unified School District (LVUSD) — Westlake Village (LA County), Agoura Hills & Calabasas
• Oak Park Unified School District (OPUSD) — Oak Park
• Conejo Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) — Westlake Village (Ventura County), Thousand Oaks & Newbury Park

I’m here to give you my insider’s view as someone who’s a product of the local schools. Plus my kids bounced between districts and I’ve talked to countless parents with kids in the Conejo Valley school system. I’ve heard great stories and I’ve heard not so great stories, I’ll clue you in on what to expect.

All our schools have one thing in common: Parental involvement. It’s a big reason why our kids perform so well. If you’re a parent who has the time to help out at the school or in the classroom, you’ll be welcomed with open arms. It’s the community that makes our schools so special.

But with 28 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 6 high schools, not all are created equal.

When we meet, we’ll go over some of the things you are looking for in your schools. I’ll help match you to the neighborhoods that get you into the best schools for your kids.

Pro tip:
Conejo Valley schools offer campus tours. You can see some of our local schools first hand to see which ones seem like a good fit and which don’t.

Conejo Valley Schools

You just found out you’re moving. What’s the first thing you do? Hop online and scroll through pictures of homes in your new town. You might find yourself asking: What is Westlake Village? What is Agoura Hills? What’s the difference between one and the other?

Here’s a quick breakdown of the Conejo Valley:

Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, Oak Park, Thousand Oaks and Newbury Park

All 5 towns are small, border one another, and share each other’s shopping centers and conveniences. We like to say, “when you live in one, you get all five”. You can literally wake up in Agoura Hills, hike in Thousand Oaks, and have a coffee in Westlake Village, all before noon.

Generally speaking, we talk about the Conejo Valley as a unit. As you continue the search for your new home you’ll begin to notice the nuances of each town. For example, many neighborhoods in Thousand Oaks come with a little more land, Oak Park is more of a planned community, and Westlake Village sits towards the center of all the action.

Working together, we can dive into these nuances and find the neighborhood that’s best for you. If you’re the researching type (like me), check out the Conejo Valley Neighborhood Profiles. Our breakdown of each of Conejo Valley’s towns and neighborhoods. You’ll get a glimpse into what to expect when you get here. Pictures, HOA info, what’s to love about each neighborhood, and what’s not to love.

If you’re not the researching type, or need a sense of direction, skip the research and reach out to me now. We’ll get on the phone, go over what you’re looking for and I’ll help you find the neighborhood that fits your wants list.