Naval Base Ventura County
Simi Valley Homes for Military Families
Simi Valley is the longest drive on this list. Families come for single family homes and yards at a lower price per square foot than the coast.
- 45 to 60 minto Knott Gate, Port Hueneme
- 45 to 70 minto Las Posas Gate, Point Mugu
- $804,000median sale price
- $3,850typical 3 bedroom rent
Median sale prices are Redfin medians for the three months ending August 2026. Rents are typical three bedroom asking rents from Zumper and Zillow, September to October 2026. Use these to compare towns, not to price a specific home.
Why families pick Simi Valley
Simi Valley has a large supply of single family homes with yards, often at a lower price per square foot than the coastal cities. It has its own K to 12 district, Simi Valley Unified, and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, which is free for active duty with ID.
Be honest with yourself about the drive. Port Hueneme is 45 to 60 minutes. Point Mugu is 45 to 70, over Highway 118 and farm roads.
Who it works for
Simi Valley tends to work for families with a spouse working toward Los Angeles or the San Fernando Valley, members on shift schedules that dodge rush hour, and anyone who would rather drive longer for a bigger yard. Metrolink's Ventura County Line stops in Simi Valley too.
Things to know before you buy
- The commute. Do the drive at your real hours before you sign.
- Fire hazard zones cover the hills around the valley. Get insurance quotes early.
Homes for sale in Simi Valley
Live MLS listings update all day. Open the search for the town you want, then call or text me about any home you like.
Crime information
I do not rate or label neighborhoods. For reported crime in Simi Valley, go straight to the official sources: the Simi Valley Police Department, the FBI Crime Data Explorer and California DOJ OpenJustice.
New listings near the base this week
The newest homes within 25 minutes of both gates, straight from the MLS.
Questions families ask me
How far is Simi Valley from Naval Base Ventura County?
About 45 to 60 minutes to Port Hueneme and 45 to 70 minutes to Point Mugu, depending on traffic.
What school district serves Simi Valley?
Simi Valley Unified School District, from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Let me do the legwork before you land
Tell me your report date, your gate and what you want to spend. I will send homes that fit, tour them for you on live video and call you with the honest version of every street.