| Summary | National Percentile | Rank vs Metro |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | 76th | Good |
| Demographics | 29th | Poor |
| Amenities | 81st | Best |
Multifamily Valuation
| Property Details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 6546 Sepulveda Blvd, Van Nuys, CA, 91411, US |
| Region / Metro | Van Nuys |
| Year of Construction | 1981 |
| Units | 28 |
| Transaction Date | 2016-04-13 |
| Transaction Price | $4,200,000 |
| Buyer | 6546 SEPULVEDA BLVD LLC |
| Seller | CHAWLA MANOHAR |
6546 Sepulveda Blvd, Van Nuys Multifamily
Renter demand is supported by a high renter concentration in the surrounding neighborhood and steady occupancy, according to WDSuite’s CRE market data. This asset benefits from Urban Core proximity within the San Fernando Valley while pricing power will depend on unit quality and lease management.
Van Nuys’ Urban Core setting offers strong day-to-day convenience: cafes, groceries, childcare, pharmacies, and restaurants are dense by national standards (several categories sit in the top decile nationally). That depth of amenities helps sustain leasing velocity, though limited park access in this immediate area indicates outdoor space may need to be provided on-site or via nearby private options.
Neighborhood-level occupancy is healthy and above many U.S. areas, and the share of housing units that are renter-occupied is high, signaling a deep tenant base for multifamily operators. Median home values are elevated versus most neighborhoods nationwide, which tends to reinforce reliance on rentals and can support retention when units are well-maintained and appropriately positioned.
Within a 3-mile radius, population has edged down slightly while household counts have increased, pointing to smaller household sizes and a broader leasing pool over time. Household incomes have trended higher and asking rents have also risen, suggesting ongoing demand but requiring attention to affordability thresholds to mitigate turnover risk. This directional picture is based on WDSuite’s multifamily property research and regional trends.
Vintage matters here: the average neighborhood construction year skews to the late 1960s, while this asset’s 1981 delivery is newer than much of the local stock, indicating relatively favorable competitive positioning against older buildings. Investors should still plan for system updates and targeted renovations to maintain tenant appeal and support rent growth.
Crime indicators for the neighborhood are comparatively favorable, landing in the top quartile nationally for safety relative to neighborhoods across the country. Recent data also shows year-over-year declines in both property and violent offense rates, a constructive trend for tenant retention and operational stability.
At the metro level (among 1,441 Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale neighborhoods), the area performs above the metro median, suggesting competitive positioning versus peer neighborhoods without implying block-level conditions. Owners should continue standard safety measures and lighting to preserve this trajectory.
Proximity to established corporate employers supports a broad workforce renter base and commute convenience, which can help leasing stability. Notable nearby employers include Charter Communications, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Radio Disney, Farmers Insurance, and Disney.
- Charter Communications — telecom (7.0 miles)
- Thermo Fisher Scientific — biotech & lab instruments (7.4 miles)
- Radio Disney — media (7.6 miles)
- Farmers Insurance Exchange — insurance (7.8 miles) — HQ
- Disney — entertainment (8.4 miles) — HQ
6546 Sepulveda Blvd is a 28-unit, mid-size multifamily asset delivered in 1981, newer than much of the surrounding late-1960s inventory. That relative vintage provides a platform to outperform older walk-ups with targeted upgrades, while the neighborhood’s high share of renter-occupied housing supports a deeper tenant pool. Elevated for-sale home values in the immediate area further sustain rental demand and can aid lease retention when units are competitively finished and managed, according to CRE market data from WDSuite.
Local fundamentals point to durable demand with measured risk: neighborhood occupancy is solid, household counts within a 3-mile radius are trending up even as population edges down (implying smaller households and a broader renter base), and amenity access is strong by national standards. Key watch items include rent-to-income pressure and uneven school ratings, which call for thoughtful pricing, renewal strategies, and resident experience upgrades.
- 1981 vintage offers competitive positioning versus older area stock with value-add and modernization potential
- High neighborhood renter concentration and solid occupancy support leasing stability
- Strong amenity density enhances livability and helps marketing and retention
- Elevated home values reinforce reliance on rentals, aiding demand depth
- Risks: rent-to-income pressure, weaker school ratings, and limited park access require careful pricing and resident programming