Lake Balboa, Los Angeles facts for kids
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Lake Balboa
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Lake Balboa, the namesake of the Lake Balboa neighborhood
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Lake Balboa neighborhood as mapped by the Los Angeles Times. Van Nuys Airport is on the right.
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 Lake Balboa
Location in San Fernando Valley
Lake Balboa
Location in the Los Angeles metropolitan area
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Los Angeles |
| City | Los Angeles |
Lake Balboa is a neighborhood located in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles, California. This neighborhood used to be part of Van Nuys. It's known for its beautiful lake and many parks.
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Who Lives in Lake Balboa?
In 2000, about 24,328 people lived in Lake Balboa. This means there were about 7,754 people per square mile. By 2008, the population grew to an estimated 26,195. The average age of residents in 2000 was 35 years old.
Lake Balboa is a very diverse neighborhood. About 49% of residents were white, 34.1% were Latino, and 8.8% were Asian. Many people living here were born outside the United States. The most common birthplaces for these residents were Mexico and El Salvador.
The average yearly income for households in 2008 was about $65,336. Most people in Lake Balboa own their homes or apartments, with about 65.9% being owners and 34.1% renting.
Where is Lake Balboa Located?
On November 2, 2007, the Los Angeles City Council officially named this area Lake Balboa. It used to be part of Van Nuys.
Neighboring Areas
Lake Balboa is surrounded by other neighborhoods. To the north, you'll find Northridge. To the east is Van Nuys. The Sepulveda Basin is to the south, and Reseda is to the west.
Important streets that form its boundaries include Roscoe Boulevard to the north and Victory Boulevard to the south. White Oak Avenue is to the west, and the Van Nuys Airport and Hayvenhurst Avenue are to the east.
Local Businesses and Economy
MGA Entertainment, a company that makes toys, used to have its main office in the Lake Balboa area. They later moved their headquarters to Chatsworth, which is also in the San Fernando Valley.
Fun Parks and Recreation Spots
Lake Balboa is home to several great parks and recreation areas.
- Lake Balboa Park (also called Anthony C. Beilenson Park) is a huge 80-acre park. It's part of the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area. The main feature of the park is the 27-acre Lake Balboa. You can fish in the lake, but swimming is not allowed. The park has barbecue areas, a bike path, and a children's play area. There's also a 1.3-mile jogging path. You can use pedal boats or your own motor-free boats on the lake. The park also has beautiful Japanese cherry blossom trees. In 2008, a special playground for all children, including those with disabilities, was opened here.
- The Japanese Garden is a beautiful modern Japanese garden. It's located within the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area, near the Tillman Water Reclamation Plant.
- Sepulveda Dam Recreation Area Bike Path is a path perfect for biking. It runs through the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area.
- Woodley Park is another park in the Sepulveda Basin. It has an Apollo 3 Flight Field and an archery range. You can also find baseball diamonds, a children's play area, and cricket fields here. It's a great place for picnics and has a wildlife nature preserve.
- Jesse Owens Mini-Park is a smaller park, about 1.74 acres. It has restrooms and is open to the public.
- Louise Park is a pocket park with barbecue pits and picnic tables. It has a lighted baseball diamond and outdoor basketball courts. There's also a children's play area.
- G Line Bikeway is a bike path that follows the landscaped Los Angeles Metro G Line route. It stretches from North Hollywood to Chatsworth.
Schools in Lake Balboa
About 25% of adults in Lake Balboa (aged 25 and older) have earned a four-year college degree. This is about average for Los Angeles.
Public Schools
Here are some of the public schools located in Lake Balboa:
- Birmingham Community Charter High School
- Community Charter Early College High School
- High Tech Los Angeles, a charter high school
- Daniel Pearl Magnet High School
- William Mulholland Middle School
- Lorne Street Elementary School
- Stagg Street Elementary School
- Anatola Avenue Elementary School
- Gault Street Elementary School
- Lemay Street Elementary School
- Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet School
- Independence Continuation School
- Magnolia Science Academy 2
Private Schools
Here are some private schools in the area:
- Oak Meadow School (K-12)
- The City School (elementary)
- Saint Bridget of Sweden Elementary School
