New Construction vs. Resale in Northridge — Which Is the Better Buy?

The new construction vs. resale question looks completely different in Northridge 91324 and 91325 than it does in Sherman Oaks 91403, Woodland Hills 91364, or Calabasas 91302. In those markets, new construction spec homes — teardown rebuilds and infill development — represent a meaningful and growing share of active inventory that buyers genuinely evaluate against renovated resale alternatives. In Northridge, the question is almost theoretical: true new construction single-family spec homes are rare to the point of near-absence, and when they do appear, they carry price premiums that exceed most of Northridge's comp ceiling.

What Northridge does have — in increasing volume — is a specific new construction adjacent category that is reshaping parts of the market: newly built or renovated ADUs on existing residential lots, small-lot infill development in specific pockets, and heavily renovated resale homes that are so comprehensively updated they effectively function as new construction for practical purposes. Understanding the actual landscape of what buyers are choosing between in Northridge, rather than the theoretical new construction vs. resale framework, is what makes this article useful.

This article covers the real comparison Northridge buyers face: standard resale (the dominant inventory type), renovated resale (the "effectively new" category), ADU-equipped properties (the most significant new construction adjacent option), and the rare true new construction spec home when it appears — with the specific price, condition, and investment implications for each.

1. 🏗️ What New Construction Actually Looks Like in Northridge

Before comparing new construction to resale in Northridge 91324 and 91325, the category needs to be defined precisely — because what "new construction" means in Northridge is substantially different from what it means in Sherman Oaks or Calabasas.

The Northridge 91324 and 91325 residential landscape is defined almost entirely by 1960s–1980s resale inventory — true new construction spec homes are rare enough that most Northridge buyers never encounter one in their active search. Understanding the resale condition tiers is the more practically useful analytical framework for this market.

True new construction spec homes in Northridge — the reality:

Authentic new construction in Northridge 91324 and 91325 — ground-up spec homes on teardown or infill lots — is genuinely rare. The development economics that drive new construction in Sherman Oaks 91403 (high land values + high comp ceilings + sophisticated investor appetite) partially apply in Northridge, but the lower comp ceiling in most Northridge sub-neighborhoods constrains the viability of spec development at the scale seen in premium SFV markets.

When true new construction does appear in Northridge, it typically:

• → 💰 Prices at $1.1M–$1.4M: The construction cost economics — land acquisition, demolition, construction at $350–$450/sq ft, developer margin — require pricing that exceeds the renovated resale comp ceiling in most Northridge sub-neighborhoods. A developer building a 2,800–3,200 sq ft spec home in Northridge 91325 cannot profitably deliver it at $950,000.
• → 📐 Is located in premium Northridge 91325 sub-neighborhoods: The northern 91325 streets approaching Granada Hills 91344 have the highest Northridge comp ceilings — $1.0M–$1.25M+ for renovated resale — that come closest to supporting new construction economics.
• → 🏠 Delivers modern floor plans and finishes: When Northridge spec homes do appear, they feature open-concept layouts, chef's kitchens with integrated appliances, spa primary baths, and contemporary architectural details that 1960s–1980s resale homes don't offer without comprehensive renovation.
• → ⏰ Has extremely limited inventory: A typical Northridge 91324/91325 market has 0–3 true new construction spec homes active at any given time across both zip codes — a statistical near-absence that makes this a specialty product, not a comparable market alternative.

The "effectively new" renovated resale category:

In practical Northridge market terms, the more relevant comparison is between original-condition or partially updated resale and comprehensively renovated resale that delivers near-new construction benefits:

• → ✅ Comprehensively renovated Northridge home (2019–2024 renovation): Full kitchen remodel, both baths updated, new flooring throughout, new HVAC, new roof, new electrical panel, interior and exterior paint. This home delivers essentially the same move-in-ready, low-maintenance-risk experience as new construction — at a price that reflects resale comps rather than new construction development economics.
• → 📊 Price differential: A comprehensively renovated Northridge 91324 3-bedroom typically prices $100,000–$200,000 below a comparable new construction spec home — the resale discount reflecting lot vintage, building code differences, and the absence of a builder warranty.
• → ⚖️ The practical buyer choice: Most Northridge buyers are not actually choosing between "new construction" and "resale" — they are choosing between a comprehensively renovated resale and a partially updated resale, with the renovation scope and recency being the primary decision variable.

2. 🏠 Resale — The Dominant Northridge Inventory Category

Resale homes are not a compromise in Northridge — they are the market. Understanding the resale condition spectrum and what each tier delivers is the foundational market knowledge for every Northridge buyer and seller.

The Northridge resale condition spectrum:

Tier 1 — Original or minimally updated condition ($700K–$830K in most 91324 sub-neighborhoods):

Original 1960s–1970s Northridge homes with no significant updates in 15–25+ years. Original kitchen, original bathrooms, original flooring, original HVAC (possibly replaced once), possibly deferred exterior maintenance.

What this tier delivers:

• → 🏡 Largest lots per dollar: Original-condition Northridge homes frequently sit on 7,500–10,000+ sq ft lots that haven't been subdivided or constrained by accessory structure construction
• → 🔨 Renovation customization: The buyer who wants to renovate to their own specifications — kitchen layout, bathroom design, flooring choices — gets a clean canvas at a price point that funds the renovation
• → 🛠️ Investor opportunity: BRRRR investors specifically target original-condition Northridge inventory — the purchase discount + renovation scope creates the value differential that investment returns require
• → ⚠️ Deferred maintenance risk: HVAC, roofing, electrical, plumbing, and potentially foundation issues are more likely in this condition tier — budget $20,000–$50,000 in deferred maintenance as a baseline assumption

Tier 2 — Partially updated condition ($790K–$920K in most 91324 sub-neighborhoods):

Northridge homes with some improvements but not comprehensive renovation — kitchen may be updated but bathrooms remain original, or new flooring was done but HVAC hasn't been replaced, or cosmetic improvements were done but systems remain aged.

What this tier delivers:

• → 📊 Middle ground value: The partially updated home occupies a specific buyer niche — those who want some visible improvement without paying full renovated comp prices
• → ⚠️ Inspection complexity: Partially updated homes can be more complex to evaluate — the updates may mask underlying system issues or create an incomplete improvement picture that requires careful inspection and budgeting

Tier 3 — Comprehensively renovated condition ($880K–$1.0M+ in most 91324 sub-neighborhoods):

Northridge homes with full kitchen renovation, both baths updated, new flooring, new or recently replaced HVAC, roof, and electrical — essentially the "effectively new" category. This is the tier that most directly competes with new construction on the buyer's practical experience of the home.

What this tier delivers:

• → ✅ Move-in ready with minimal near-term maintenance risk: The new systems reduce year-one and year-two surprise maintenance exposure significantly
• → ✅ Modern finishes at resale price points: A 2022-renovated Northridge kitchen and primary bath deliver the contemporary aesthetic that buyers want at $15,000–$30,000 less per room than new construction would cost
• → ✅ Larger lots than new construction: The original 1960s–1970s lot platting that produced the Northridge residential grid created larger lots than modern infill development allows — comprehensively renovated resale homes frequently sit on 8,000–12,000 sq ft lots that new construction can't replicate
• → ✅ Established landscaping: Mature tree canopy, established gardens, and privacy screening that take decades to grow — available in comprehensively renovated resale, absent in new construction

3. 🏘️ The ADU Factor — Northridge's Most Significant New Construction Adjacent Development

The most significant "new construction adjacent" development reshaping the Northridge 91324 and 91325 market is not teardown spec homes — it is the ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) addition to existing resale properties. California's ADU reform legislation has made Northridge's residential lot profile — standard 7,500–10,000 sq ft lots throughout both zip codes — viable for ADU development at scale, and the resulting product is creating a new product category that didn't exist in meaningful volume before 2020.

ADU-equipped properties in Northridge 91324 and 91325 represent the most practically significant "new construction adjacent" product category in this market — delivering partial new construction benefits (ADU rental income, modern ADU finishes, current building code in the ADU structure) at resale price points.

Why ADUs matter in the Northridge new construction vs. resale conversation:

An ADU-equipped Northridge resale property delivers a specific combination that neither pure new construction nor standard resale provides:

• → ✅ New construction quality in the ADU: The ADU structure itself — whether a detached backyard unit, garage conversion, or above-garage addition — is built to current building code with new framing, new MEP systems, new finishes. The ADU component delivers exactly what new construction delivers: modern materials, current code compliance, no deferred maintenance risk.
• → ✅ Rental income that offsets carrying costs: A Northridge ADU generating $1,900–$2,600/month in rent meaningfully changes the investment math for both owner-occupants and investors. An owner-occupant using ADU income to offset mortgage carrying cost effectively reduces their net monthly housing expense by 25–38% — making the same purchase price meaningfully more affordable.
• → ✅ Resale pricing: ADU-equipped Northridge resale homes carry a premium over non-ADU comparables — typically $80,000–$140,000 depending on ADU quality, size, and income potential — but they price as resale, not new construction.
• → 📈 The value trajectory: ADU value in Northridge is increasing as rental demand in the CSUN-adjacent sub-neighborhoods remains strong and as the ADU development wave produces more comparable sales data that appraisers can use to support the income-based value premium.

ADU rent ranges in Northridge 91324/91325:

• → 🏠 Studio ADU (400–500 sq ft): $1,600–$2,000/month
• → 🏠 1-bedroom ADU (550–700 sq ft): $1,900–$2,400/month
• → 🏠 2-bedroom ADU (800–1,000 sq ft): $2,400–$2,900/month
• → 🏠 Garage conversion ADU (500–650 sq ft): $1,700–$2,200/month

Three ADU entry strategies for Northridge buyers:

• → 🔨 Buy with existing permitted ADU: The cleanest investment entry — ADU income is already flowing. Verify permits through the City of Los Angeles permit records before purchase. Budget $80,000–$140,000 premium over non-ADU comparables; verify actual rental income figures rather than theoretical market rents.
• → 🏗️ Buy ADU-ready and build post-close: Purchase a Northridge 91324/91325 property with clear ADU development potential — lot size over 7,500 sq ft, no significant setback encroachments — and build post-close. ADU construction in Northridge runs $150,000–$220,000 for a permitted detached structure. Confirm ADU feasibility with a licensed architect before purchase.
• → ✨ Buy under-renovated with ADU potential, renovate and add: The BRRRR approach — purchase below market value, renovate main house, add ADU, refinance on improved value. Highest execution complexity, highest potential return.

4. 📊 The Price Comparison — What You Get for the Money in Northridge

This is the comparison that matters most for Northridge buyers evaluating their options — not the theoretical new construction vs. resale framework, but the actual product types available in the market and what each delivers per dollar at current pricing.

The Northridge product comparison matrix (2026):

Original-condition resale ($700K–$830K in 91324, $780K–$900K in 91325):

• → 📐 Typically 1,400–1,900 sq ft on 7,500–10,000 sq ft lots
• → 🛁 Original 1960s–1970s kitchens and baths
• → 💰 Lowest entry price in Northridge
• → ⚠️ Budget $20,000–$50,000 deferred maintenance
• → 👤 Best for: Investors, buyers who want renovation control, first-time buyers at maximum budget
• → ✅ Advantage: Largest lots per dollar, renovation customization, lowest entry price

Partially updated resale ($790K–$950K in 91324, $870K–$1.0M in 91325):

• → 📐 Typically 1,500–2,100 sq ft, similar lot sizes
• → 🛁 Mixed — some rooms updated, others original
• → 💰 Mid-market pricing
• → ⚠️ Inspection complexity — updated areas may mask system issues
• → 👤 Best for: Move-up buyers who want visible improvement but can't reach fully renovated pricing
• → ✅ Advantage: Some improvement without full renovated comp pricing

Comprehensively renovated resale ($880K–$1.05M in 91324, $950K–$1.15M in 91325):

• → 📐 Typically 1,600–2,300 sq ft on 7,500–11,000 sq ft lots
• → 🛁 Full kitchen remodel, both baths updated, new flooring, new systems
• → 💰 Top resale pricing in most Northridge sub-neighborhoods
• → ✅ Low near-term maintenance risk
• → 👤 Best for: Move-up buyers who want move-in ready without new construction premium
• → ✅ Advantage: Modern finishes at resale pricing, larger lots than new construction

ADU-equipped resale (various condition tiers, $80K–$140K premium over non-ADU):

• → 📐 Main house plus ADU — total livable area 1,600–3,000+ sq ft
• → 💰 $800K–$1.1M+ depending on main house condition and ADU quality
• → 💰 ADU income: $1,600–$2,900/month offsets carrying costs
• → 👤 Best for: Owner-occupants who want income offset, investors seeking cash flow improvement
• → ✅ Advantage: Partial new construction quality, rental income, most significant value-add in current Northridge market

True new construction spec ($1.1M–$1.4M, limited inventory):

• → 📐 Typically 2,600–3,400 sq ft on 6,500–8,500 sq ft lots
• → 🛁 Designer kitchen, spa baths, contemporary finishes throughout
• → 📋 Builder warranty (1/2/10 year standard)
• → 💰 15–25% premium over comparable renovated resale
• → 👤 Best for: Buyers with $1.1M+ budget who specifically require modern floor plans and zero deferred maintenance
• → ⚠️ Disadvantage: Higher price, smaller lots than resale, limited inventory, premium may not fully recover at resale

5. 🔮 The Investment and Long-Term Equity Perspective

For buyers evaluating Northridge as a long-term hold — whether as an owner-occupant building equity or an investor building a portfolio — the new construction vs. resale decision has specific investment implications worth analyzing carefully.

The "effectively new" comprehensively renovated resale in Northridge 91325 and premium 91324 sub-neighborhoods delivers the best long-term equity combination for most buyers — modern finishes and low maintenance risk at resale pricing, on lots that new construction can't replicate at comparable price points.

The equity trajectory by product type:

Original-condition resale:

• → 📈 Appreciation track: Consistent with the Northridge market average (4–5% annually) — original condition does not produce above-market appreciation
• → 🔨 Value-add potential: The highest — a buyer who purchases original-condition Northridge resale at $760,000, renovates correctly at $65,000, and creates a $905,000+ appraised value has generated $80,000 in equity through improvement. This is the BRRRR strategy in action.
• → ⚠️ Carrying cost reality: Deferred maintenance creates real costs in years 1–3 that reduce effective returns

Comprehensively renovated resale:

• → 📈 Appreciation track: Consistent with market average but with lower carrying cost drag — the absence of year-one deferred maintenance surprises makes the effective return stronger than raw appreciation suggests
• → 💡 Refinancing optionality: A comprehensively renovated Northridge home has cleaner appraisal support for a future cash-out refinance than a partially updated or original-condition home

ADU-equipped resale:

• → 📈 Appreciation track: Market appreciation plus income — the ADU income stream is capitalized into value appreciation in a way that non-income properties don't generate
• → 💰 Cash flow: The most significant cash flow improvement available in Northridge — $1,900–$2,600/month in ADU rent reduces effective carrying costs materially
• → 🏆 Best overall investment position in Northridge for most buyer profiles: The combination of resale pricing, established lot character, ADU income, and appreciation trajectory produces the strongest risk-adjusted return in the Northridge market

True new construction:

• → 📈 Appreciation track: Comparable to market average — new construction does not consistently appreciate faster than well-renovated resale in Northridge over 5–10 year hold periods
• → ⚠️ Premium compression: The new construction premium at purchase tends to compress as the home ages — buyers who pay 20% above renovated resale may find the premium partially eroded at resale 7–10 years later
• → ✅ Warranty value: The builder warranty has genuine financial value — particularly the 10-year structural warranty — that partially justifies the new construction premium for buyers who specifically need that protection

🚫 What NOT to Overdo

Don't use new construction comp pricing to justify renovated resale list prices in Northridge. The occasional new construction spec home that appears in Northridge 91325 at $1.2M+ is not a direct comp for a renovated resale at similar square footage — the buyer pools are different, the product is different, and the pricing methodology is different. Sellers who use new construction closed sales to anchor resale list prices are over-pricing in a way that accumulates DOM and hands negotiating leverage to buyers.

Don't build an ADU specifically for the purpose of immediate sale without running the math first. Building a permitted Northridge ADU costs $150,000–$220,000. The value it adds at sale runs $80,000–$140,000 in most Northridge sub-neighborhoods — a negative return on a pure sale-value basis. ADUs make financial sense as income holds (the rental return recovers the construction cost over 5–8 years) or as BRRRR refinancing assets (where the appraised value improvement supports capital recovery through refinancing). They rarely make financial sense as pure pre-sale improvements.

Don't waive inspection on a new construction Northridge home because it's brand new. The small number of new construction spec homes that appear in Northridge are built by a range of developers — from sophisticated operators with institutional quality control to smaller investors doing their first spec build. New construction defects are real and range from cosmetic to structural. Hire a new construction specialist inspector in addition to a standard inspector, and don't assume the builder warranty covers everything you care about.

Don't confuse an unpermitted renovation with a genuinely updated home. Some Northridge resale homes appear comprehensively updated but have unpermitted work — kitchen expansions without permits, bathroom relocations without permits, room additions without permits. Unpermitted work creates lender complications, future resale complications, and potential liability. Always verify permit history through the City of Los Angeles permit portal for any Northridge home with significant apparent renovation before submitting an offer.

Don't overlook the lot size tradeoff when comparing new construction to resale. New construction in Northridge maximizes footprint on the existing lot — frequently leaving minimal outdoor space, reduced lot coverage for landscaping, and less pool viability than the original 1960s–1970s homes on the same lots that preceded them. Buyers who specifically value lot size, outdoor space, and established landscaping — which is a meaningful segment of the Northridge family buyer profile — are almost always better served by well-renovated resale than by new construction on the same or smaller lots.

🏠 Real-World Scenario — Northridge 91324

A buyer couple was specifically evaluating a recently completed new construction spec home in Northridge 91325 at $1.19M — a 2,950 sq ft 4-bedroom on a 7,200 sq ft lot with designer finishes and a 10-year structural warranty. Their primary driver was zero deferred maintenance — a prior resale purchase in a different SFV city had cost them $42,000 in deferred maintenance items in the first two years of ownership.

We ran the comparison analysis. The new construction at $1.19M delivered 2,950 sq ft with a builder warranty and contemporary finishes on a 7,200 sq ft lot. A comprehensively renovated resale in the same Northridge 91325 sub-neighborhood — 2018 renovation, new HVAC, new roof, new kitchen and baths, new electrical — was active at $978,000 for 2,650 sq ft on a 9,400 sq ft lot.

The choice: $1.19M for 2,950 sq ft / 7,200 sq ft lot / builder warranty. Or $978,000 for 2,650 sq ft / 9,400 sq ft lot / comprehensively renovated with effectively new systems.

For this buyer's primary concern — deferred maintenance — the comprehensively renovated resale addressed the concern almost as well as new construction: new HVAC, new roof, and new electrical panel were the items that had cost them $42,000 in the prior purchase. All three were replaced in the 2018 renovation. The buyer saved $212,000 in purchase price, gained 2,200 sq ft of additional lot, and accepted 300 sq ft less of living space — on a home whose systems were 8 years old but functionally new. They bought the renovated resale. Fourteen months in: zero significant maintenance issues.

🏠 Real-World Scenario — Northridge 91325

An investor evaluating Northridge 91324 was specifically comparing two properties: an original-condition 3-bedroom at $768,000 on a 9,800 sq ft lot, and an ADU-equipped resale at $879,000 (original-condition main house plus a 2020-built 1-bedroom permitted ADU generating $2,100/month in current rental income).

We ran the investment analysis for both.

Original-condition option ($768,000):

• → Monthly rent potential (main house only): $3,200
• → Monthly carrying cost (25% down, 7.25% investor rate): $6,890
• → Monthly shortfall: -$3,690
• → BRRRR potential: Renovation scope $68,000 → post-renovation value $915,000 → 75% LTV refinance recovers $135,000

ADU-equipped option ($879,000):

• → Monthly rent potential (main house $3,200 + ADU $2,100): $5,300
• → Monthly carrying cost (25% down): $7,720
• → Monthly shortfall: -$2,420 — $1,270/month better than original-condition

The ADU-equipped option cost $111,000 more at purchase but reduced monthly shortfall by $1,270/month — recovering the premium in approximately 87 months (7.3 years) in reduced carrying costs alone, before accounting for ADU value appreciation. For a 10-year hold investor, the ADU-equipped option produced a meaningfully stronger total return profile — despite the higher entry price.

The investor purchased the ADU-equipped resale. The $2,420/month shortfall was manageable against their portfolio. The original-condition BRRRR opportunity remained for a future acquisition when renovation bandwidth allowed.

❓ FAQ

Is new construction available in Northridge 91324 and 91325? True new construction spec homes are extremely limited in Northridge — typically 0–3 active at any given time across both zip codes combined. When they appear, they are primarily in the premium north 91325 sub-neighborhoods at $1.1M–$1.4M. Most Northridge buyers never encounter a new construction option during their active search. The practical Northridge decision is between resale condition tiers, not between new construction and resale.

Why is new construction so limited in Northridge? The development economics require a comp ceiling that supports the all-in cost of teardown + new construction + developer margin — typically $1.1M+ for a standard Northridge spec home footprint. Most Northridge 91324 sub-neighborhoods have renovated resale comp ceilings of $880K–$1.0M — below the threshold that makes new construction economically viable for most developers. The premium north 91325 sub-neighborhoods approaching Granada Hills 91344 have the highest Northridge comp ceilings and are where the small amount of true new construction activity exists.

Does a comprehensively renovated resale replace new construction effectively in Northridge? For most Northridge buyers — yes. A comprehensively renovated Northridge resale from 2019–2024 with new HVAC, new roof, new electrical, full kitchen, and updated baths delivers the practical experience of new construction (modern finishes, low near-term maintenance risk, move-in ready) at a price $100,000–$200,000 below what true new construction delivers. The tradeoffs are: older structural framing and building code vintage, no builder warranty, and the absence of the floor plan modernity that new construction's open-concept design delivers.

How do ADUs change the Northridge resale market? ADUs are creating a new product tier in Northridge 91324/91325 — the ADU-equipped resale that delivers partial new construction quality (in the ADU structure) plus rental income at resale pricing. This product consistently outperforms both standard resale and true new construction on a risk-adjusted investment basis for buyers who can absorb the ADU premium and manage the rental obligation. ADU-equipped properties in Northridge command $80,000–$140,000 premiums over comparable non-ADU properties.

Should I buy new construction or resale in Northridge if my budget is $950K? At $950K, you are almost certainly choosing between resale condition tiers — not between new construction and resale. True new construction in Northridge 91324/91325 starts at $1.1M+. At $950K your realistic options are: comprehensively renovated resale in mid-91324 or entry-level 91325 (move-in ready, low near-term maintenance risk), ADU-equipped resale (main house plus income-producing ADU at the upper end of your budget), or partially updated resale with renovation potential (lower entry, renovation upside). All three are resale options. The choice is about condition tier preference and income strategy, not new vs. existing.

For sellers — how does new construction affect my resale pricing? The rare new construction home that appears in your Northridge sub-neighborhood affects your pricing as a ceiling reference, not a direct comp. A new construction spec at $1.2M in your sub-neighborhood confirms that $1.2M is the top of the market for the highest-quality product — it does not comp your renovated resale at $1.2M. Use new construction pricing as the ceiling context within which your renovated resale is positioned 15–20% below — which is typically the sustainable spread that attracts buyers who want neighborhood quality without the new construction premium.

Does new construction appreciate faster than resale in Northridge? No consistent evidence supports this in the Northridge market. Both new construction and well-renovated resale appreciate in line with the broader Northridge market trajectory (4–5% annually). The new construction premium at purchase tends to compress as the home ages — buyers who pay 20% above renovated resale should not expect that premium to hold fully at resale 7–10 years later. For long-term equity building, the comprehensively renovated resale on a larger lot frequently outperforms new construction on a risk-adjusted total return basis in Northridge.

🎯 Bottom Line

The new construction vs. resale question in Northridge 91324 and 91325 resolves differently than in most other SFV markets — not because the principles are different, but because the inventory reality is different. True new construction barely exists in Northridge. The practical decision most Northridge buyers face is between resale condition tiers — original condition, partially updated, or comprehensively renovated — with the ADU-equipped resale emerging as the most significant value-add product category reshaping the market.

For most Northridge buyers, the comprehensively renovated resale is the optimal choice: modern finishes at resale pricing, larger lots than new construction, established landscaping, and low near-term maintenance risk that addresses the primary concern driving buyers toward new construction in the first place. For buyers who specifically need an open-concept modern floor plan and a builder warranty and whose budget reaches $1.1M+ — the rare Northridge new construction spec home is worth evaluating when it appears.

For sellers, new construction pricing is a ceiling context rather than a direct competing product — and understanding the correct relationship between new construction pricing and renovated resale pricing in your specific Northridge sub-neighborhood is the foundation of a defensible, realistic list price.

At Parkway Estate Properties, Roman's renovation experience across Northridge 91324 and 91325 means every buyer and seller we work with gets an honest condition assessment and renovation cost picture — the foundational information that makes the new construction vs. renovated resale vs. original-condition resale decision one based on data rather than assumptions. And Liana's buyer work across the full Northridge price band means we know exactly which product tier serves which buyer profile in the current market.

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About the Authors

Liana Shersher Liana Shersher is a licensed real estate agent with Parkway Estate Properties Inc. and an Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) serving the San Fernando Valley — with a focus on Sherman Oaks, Encino, Tarzana, Woodland Hills, and Northridge (DRE# 02164224). Liana guides first-time homebuyers through every step of the purchase, from the first showing to the keys in hand, and represents move-up and repeat buyers across the Valley. For sellers, she builds the pricing and marketing strategy that positions a home to sell for top dollar, fast. Buyers and sellers work with Liana for clear communication, sharp local knowledge, and an agent who treats their goals like her own.

Roman Shersher Roman Shersher is the broker-owner of Parkway Estate Properties Inc. and a real estate investor with 18 years of experience in the San Fernando Valley (DRE# 01855095). Roman has personally led or co-led renovations on dozens of properties across the Valley, including recent projects in Northridge (91324) and Woodland Hills (91364). That hands-on renovation and investment experience shapes every pricing conversation and days-on-market strategy at Parkway — sellers get a realistic read on what improvements actually return at resale, and buyers get an expert eye on a home's true condition and upside.

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