Burbank Real Estate
An extremely popular option for homebuyers in the entertainment and media industry, Burbank is an incredible city that has attracted just over 100,000 people who now call it home. Buying real estate in Burbank means your home is located in “Media Capital of the World,” and you have chosen to live in a city that somehow maintains a small-town atmosphere while being in the spotlight of the entire world.
Located just north of downtown Los Angeles in the beautiful San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles County, Burbank was once known for the defense and aviation industry that grew here but was joined by the entertainment industry in the 1920s. Today, NBC Universal, Warner Bros. Entertainment and the Walt Disney Company are among the media giants who have headquarters or divisions located in Burbank. As home to these entertainment and media giants, Burbank is extremely accessible to the world via the Bob Hope Airport and points beyond Burbank with easy access to freeways and the Los Angeles County public transportation system, helping this small city become a great home for commuters and traveling business professionals.
But it’s not all work and no play for those lucky enough to call Burbank their home. There are as many entertainment options in Burbank and the surrounding areas as there are stars in the sky. Popular Burbank entertainment venues include Burbank Philharmonic Orchestra for classical music, the Starlight Bowl for eclectic concerts and performances ranging from jazz to rock and roll, to serious dramas and comedy, and many more. Burbank’s restaurants have something for every craving and shopping is available in small locally-owned shops and retail stores in the Downtown Burbank Mall or the Burbank shopping district. Local parks offer extensive ways to enjoy Burbank’s incredible weather and landscape with family and friends. Of course national sporting events in NBA, MLB and NHL are nearby in Los Angeles, too.
Daily life in Burbank is enhanced by its safety and continued development for the future of its residents. Crime rates in Burbank are well below the national averages that are reported by the U.S. Department of Justice. Additionally, Burbank was the first city in the nation to pass an ordinance requiring public facilities to have an in-building system that increases access and communications for fire and police personnel. Combined with Burbank’s fantastic public and private schools which routinely score above the national and state averages in testing, and the many colleges and trade schools in Burbank, and you begin to realize why the city has been named as “One of the Nation’s 100 Best Communities for Your People” by America’s Promise Alliance.
Real estate in Burbank has something for everyone and you can find a home in a new development, a gated community or one of Burbank’s historic neighborhoods. With the help and guidance of The Fogg Team, you can find the right Burbank home for your needs and in your price range. Please contact The Fogg Team at any time to learn more about the homes for sale in Burbank!
