Chatsworth St, Granada Hills

Chatsworth Street is one of the lifelines of Granada Hills, home to its annual Christmas parade and many of the older establishments of the community. Many businesses come and go but over the past few years, the dynamic has shifted from service oriented to retail. You may recognize the street from Fast Times at Ridgemont High or various TV commercials. Granada Hills High School is not far off and the street tends to be cluttered with school kids loitering or walking home in the afternoon.

Both my Mom and Gran live in apartment complexes located on Chatsworth street. Every year we watch the small town holiday parade from my Mom's balcony, and, as the main street of Granada Hills, Chatsworth offers many opportunities like this, including an annual street fair and both big name and small specialty stores and restaurants.

The downside, unfortunately, is that I'm a very light sleeper and the busy street offers no respite from the constant sound of cars and trucks. I definitely prefer a much more quiet atmosphere, and the busyness really doesn't afford the luxury of keeping outdoor pets or raising small children.