Working at Amgen? Here Are the Best Neighborhoods to Live Near Thousand Oaks HQ

If you work at Amgen's headquarters at One Amgen Center Drive in Thousand Oaks, or are about to, where you buy will shape your daily routine for years. With the Thousand Oaks median sale price around $1.0M as of early 2026, it is worth knowing which neighborhoods near the campus give you the best mix of short commute, livability and long term value.

What Are Current Median Home Prices in Thousand Oaks in 2026?

The headline number depends a little on which source you read and when. According to Redfin, the median sale price of a home in Thousand Oaks was $1.0M in March 2026, down 16.3% since March 2025, with a median price per square foot of $539, down 2.3% since March 2025. Zillow reports the average home value at $994,477 as of Q1 2026, down 1.1% over the prior year, while Movoto data shows homes sold for a median price of $992,000 in February 2026.

As of Q1 2026, homes typically sold in about 54 days, though some sources report well priced homes going pending in around 10 days, a spread that shows how much price point and condition matter. The market scored 60 out of 100 on a competitiveness scale in Q1 2026: moderately competitive, not the bidding wars of prior years.

Which Are the Top Neighborhoods for Amgen Employees?

Several neighborhoods stand out for their proximity to Amgen's headquarters and overall livability for biotech professionals.

Lang Ranch is a perennial favorite with Amgen employees. It sits on the Westlake Village side of Thousand Oaks, so it is convenient to both. The area covers a large footprint with several tracts running from starter homes to luxury estates, plus a large community park, extensive hiking trails, the Chumash Indian Museum and the Sapwi Bike Park.

North Ranch (Westlake Village) suits buyers at the top of the budget range, including senior Amgen executives. It is a collection of neighborhoods surrounding the North Ranch Country Club, one of the more exclusive parts of Westlake Village, with larger homes, mature landscaping and a country club lifestyle.

Wildwood is the value play with the best trail access. Prices here run below the Thousand Oaks median, and the neighborhood sits at the edge of Wildwood Regional Park, 1,765 acres with 14 well maintained hiking, biking and running trails.

Dos Vientos (Newbury Park) draws families who want newer construction and strong schools. It is a master planned community built in the late 1990s and early 2000s with about 2,300 homes across various tracts. A highly rated TK through 8th grade school sits in the middle of the neighborhood, and parents often describe it as "a public school that feels like a private school."

How Do Commute Times Vary by Neighborhood?

Living near Amgen in Thousand Oaks provides several distinct advantages over commuting from Los Angeles or other distant areas. Most neighborhoods within the Conejo Valley offer reasonable drive times to the Amgen campus.

Lang Ranch residents typically have 8 to 12 minute drives to the Amgen campus, and Wildwood residents 15 to 18 minutes. Deer Ridge is a bit removed from the action, but it backs up to Potrero Road, a scenic winding road that gets you to Westlake Village in about 10 minutes.

For context, the 101 does back up through the Conejo Valley at peak hours, but Thousand Oaks fares relatively well next to Los Angeles, with average commute times around 27 to 30 minutes. Live in one of the neighborhoods above and your drive stays on surface streets, with little or no freeway time.

If your life also includes Los Angeles, Westlake Village is the practical base: a quick drive over the hill to Malibu, a few minutes to the San Fernando Valley, and roughly 45 minutes to downtown LA outside of rush hour.

What About Schools and Family Amenities in These Areas?

Education quality ranks as a major draw for Amgen employees with families. Thousand Oaks public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% versus the California average of 34%, and reading proficiency score of 66% versus the 47% statewide average, according to GreatSchools. Schools in Thousand Oaks have an average ranking of 9/10, which puts them in the top 20% of California public schools.

At Thousand Oaks High School specifically, 40% of students test proficient in math (state average 34%) and 68% in reading (state average 47%). Its graduation rate is 93%, against a California average of 87%.

Beyond schools, most of these neighborhoods are built around a community park or pool with shops and restaurants close by. Gated communities such as Verdigris add community pools, tennis courts, parks and hiking trails right outside the gates.

On the dining side, Kaze on East Thousand Oaks Boulevard does omakase and contemporary Japanese, and RED O in Westlake Village does upscale modern Mexican, to name two that locals favor.

What Lifestyle Benefits Do These Neighborhoods Offer?

Outdoor access is the other reason people stay. Wildwood Regional Park, on the west side of Thousand Oaks, is the anchor: 14 trails covering 17 miles across 1,765 acres, including two year round waterfalls, Paradise Falls and Little Falls.

The signature hike is Paradise Falls, where the North Fork of the Arroyo Conejo drops into a pool. There are several routes down, with side trips to Indian Creek, Indian Cave and Lizard Rock. The most popular route is about three miles round trip and takes roughly 75 minutes.

For the naturalists: more than 250 plant species have been recorded in Wildwood, along with 37 mammal species, 70 bird species and 22 species of amphibians and reptiles, and the wildflower displays run roughly January through June.

For shopping and nights out, The Oaks and The Promenade at Westlake cover most needs, and downtown Los Angeles is about 40 miles away when you want a proper arts scene or nightlife.

Frequently Asked Questions About Living Near Amgen in Thousand Oaks

What is the average home price in neighborhoods closest to Amgen headquarters?

The median sale price in Thousand Oaks was $1.0M as of Q1 2026, though prices vary a great deal by neighborhood. Lang Ranch homes typically range from $950K to $1.4M, while North Ranch can exceed $3M. For context, 2025 median sold prices were roughly $1.75 million in Westlake Village, $1,025,000 in Thousand Oaks and $950,000 in Newbury Park.

How competitive is the housing market in these neighborhoods?

As of Q1 2026, moderately competitive, scoring 60 out of 100. Some homes still draw multiple offers, but the typical home sold for about 1% below list in around 54 days. That is a more balanced market than the peak years, and it gives buyers room to do their homework.