The City of Simi Valley,  is the third largest of Ventura County's ten cities.  Occupying an area of approximately 42 square miles, it is located in Southeast Ventura County, adjacent to the northwestern perimeter of the San Fernando Valley, approximately 37 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles.

Clean air and rolling hills create a magnificent backdrop to a community committed to providing an attractive environment - while maintaining the delicate balance of business activity and residential lifestyle.

Businesses from all over have discovered the benefits of locating in a community which is "so close and yet so far" - close to Los Angeles for the amenities of a big city - far enough away to enjoy the peace, security and quality of country living.

From its beautiful location to its dedicated labor force, the City of Simi Valley is committed to being the most desirable place for business. Simi Valley offers a talented and diversified labor pool with over one-third of the City's population designated as professional, technical or managerial. Others in the community are chiefly classified in skilled services, sales, crafts and clerical categories.

Simi Valley is proud of its friendly, hometown atmosphere. But, don't mistake hometown for small minded. Simi Valley always has room for new ideas. In addition to efforts at increasing employment and shopping opportunities, the City is active in refurbishing historical sites and protecting open space.

The Simi Valley Unified School District consists of 19 elementary schools, 3 junior high schools, 3 high schools and a continuation school. Special education of all kinds is also available. Simi Valley is also centrally located to some of the country's most prestigious colleges and universities

Simi Valley residents enjoy and take advantage of the wide-open spaces. With over a dozen beautiful parks, camping and picnic facilities, miles of bike trails, pools, tennis courts, ice skating rinks, 3 golf courses and one of the largest equestrian trail systems in the United States, there is no need to drive for hours just to "get away from it all".

But remember, if big city excitement is what you crave, it isn't far away. Dodger Stadium, Universal Studios, the Hollywood Bowl, Six Flags Magic Mountain and Disneyland are all within driving distance. Simi Valley is close to some of Southern California's finest harbors and beaches for all types of water sports, and during the mild winters you can take a "one day" vacation and go skiing just a few hours away in the San Bernardino Mountains.

Housing

Simi Valley's abundance of diversified housing and highly desirable living environment are very important. Simi Valley has fostered and maintained a semi-rural/suburban small town atmosphere making it a very special and extremely safe place to live.

From planned communities like Wood Ranch, to unassuming tree lined residential streets and equestrian communities, the high quality housing ranges from affordable to affluent. Estates, single-family homes, townhouses and rental units offer options as diverse as the people who live in them. All of these options coexist in a well-balanced city that provides a full range of services.

Wood Ranch is a master planned community located among the eastern hills of Simi Valley; housing types include single-family homes, condos and townhouses with access to the community’s excellent amenities. Committed to providing a safe, attractive and clean community, Wood Ranch provides acres of untouched land less than an hour from Los Angeles. Recreational activities include hiking, swimming, horse back riding and the lovely Wood Ranch Golf and Country.

Demographics

Population in July 2009: 120,921. Simi Valley covers 39.2 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 760 feet above sea level. Area code 805.

Weather

Simi Valley, CA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and cool during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 50's.

The warmest month of the year is August with an average maximum temperature of 96.00 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is December with an average minimum temperature of 38.30 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be relatively big during summer with a difference that can reach 38 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 29 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Simi Valley is 18.39 Inches. Winter months tend to be wetter than summer months. The wettest month of the year is February with an average rainfall of 4.66 Inches.

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