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Indian Oaks

$2,116 – $2,970/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 613–1,064 sq ft
  • 11 units available
  • Pet friendly
5505 Cochran St, Simi Valley, CA, 93063

As of October 14, 2026, Indian Oaks in Simi Valley, CA has 11 apartments for rent from $2,116 to $2,970/mo. One-bedrooms start at $2,116, two-bedrooms at $2,240, and three-bedrooms at $2,934. The average asking rent has fallen 3.9% since August 11, 2026, from $2,606 to $2,504.


Floor plans

Indian Oaks has 11 units available across 4 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (613 sq ft), 2 two-bedroom layouts (850–878 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,064 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

Bur Premier

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 613 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,116/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
16-0200$2,116613Oct 12
14-0173$2,126613Oct 12
12-0152$2,156613Dec 3
7-0069$2,126613Dec 10

Willow Premier

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 850 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,240/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1-0012$2,240850Nov 30

Chestnut Premier

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 878 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,447/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
12-0138$2,447878Oct 12
14-0176$2,497878Oct 12

Scarlet Premier

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,064 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,934/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1-0008$2,9641,064Oct 12
1-0016$2,9641,064Oct 12
11-0128$2,9701,064Nov 1
13-0160$2,9341,064Nov 7

See all 26 units listed at Indian Oaks, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Indian Oaks, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,568 a month all-in: $2,116 rent, $227 in listed fees, and an estimated $225 for electric and gas, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $2,727 and a three-bedroom at about $3,468.

All-in from$2,568/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Indian Oaks takes about $76,176 a year for a one-bedroom, $80,640 for a two-bedroom, and $105,624 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $2,568 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $124,200 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,568/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$124,200/yr

Income to qualify

$76,176/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Indian Oaks has ranged from $2,504 to $2,780. The current average is $2,504, the lowest in the past 3 months.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (64 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Indian Oaks shows $227.25 a month in fees (pet rent dog $75, internet and technology service $60, pet rent cat $40, and 6 more) and $1,659 due at signing (security deposit $1,000, pet deposit $500, package locker charge $75, and 2 more).

  • Rent

    $2,116 – $2,970/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 12

Monthly fees

Energy Conservation Fee

$7.86/mo

Internet and Technology Service

$60/mo

Minimum Liability Insurance

$11.67/mo

Monthly Service Fee

$6.15/mo

Pest Control

$3.15/mo

Pet Rent - Cat

$40/mo

Pet Rent - Dog

$75/mo

Rent Credit Reporting (per household)

$8/mo

Renters Insurance Amenity

$15.42/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee (per applicant)

$64

Move Out Service Fee

$20

Package Locker Charge

$75/yr

Pet Deposit

$500

Security Deposit

$1,000

Amenities

Indian Oaks is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and a laundry room on site. It lists 13 amenities, including fully equipped fitness center.

  • Easy Parking With Carport And Uncovered Options

  • Fully Equipped Fitness Center

  • Fun For Kids In The Dedicated Outdoor Playground

  • Host Friends And Family At The Poolside Barbecue Area Or In The Welcoming Clubhouse

  • Let Your Pets Roam In The Community’S Off-Leash Dog Park

  • Modern Convenience With Smart Home Technology, Package Lockers, And On-Site Laundry

  • Off-Leash Dog Park And Pet-Friendly Community

  • Outdoor Playground For Kids

  • Pet-Friendly Living For Both Dogs And Cats, So Everyone Feels At Home

  • Refreshing Swimming Pool And Poolside Barbecue Area

  • Smart Home Technology And Package Lockers

  • Stay Active In The Fully Equipped Fitness Center With Cardio Machines, Strength Training Equipment

  • Take A Refreshing Dip Or Lounge By The Sparkling Swimming Pool


Amenity photos

  • Pool

Location

5505 Cochran St, Simi Valley, CA, 93063


Resident reviews

Indian Oaks has a 3.9 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate location (5.0) and maintenance (4.7) highest and building quality (3.3) lowest.

3.9 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.9
Maintenance4.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.8
Building Quality3.3
Location5.0
Overall100 reviews

Indian Oaks offers responsive maintenance service and attractive grounds, but residents report significant concerns about escalating fees, parking enforcement, and unit condition. The maintenance team receives consistent praise for quick response times and professionalism, while management communication and fee transparency remain persistent pain points. Long-term residents particularly note utility costs and move-out charges that exceed expectations.

Management responsiveness and maintenance quality are the strongest aspects of this property, with many residents praising quick response times and professional service. However, significant concerns persist regarding office availability, parking enforcement and policies, billing communication, and consistency in management approach. Positive experiences often depend on individual staff members, while negative reviews highlight systemic issues with policy enforcement and resident communication.

The maintenance team consistently delivers fast, professional, and courteous service with rapid response times to work orders. Residents report that repairs are completed efficiently and thoroughly, with staff demonstrating respect for units and going above and beyond expectations. A small number of older reviews cite concerns about delayed responses to water damage and expired safety equipment, though these appear to be isolated incidents rather than ongoing patterns.

Residents appreciate the maintenance team's responsiveness and some amenities like the pool, gym, dog park, and package room. However, significant concerns emerge around parking availability and enforcement, trash management with frequently overflowing dumpsters, and shared-space upkeep issues including drainage problems and pest activity. The property offers basic amenities but faces operational challenges in common-area maintenance and parking coordination.

The property features thick walls providing good noise insulation and maintains landscaping and pest control, but residents report significant concerns about building condition and maintenance. Original finishes including 40-year-old windows, doors, popcorn ceilings, and non-standard ventilation systems lack adequate ducting, creating potential for odor and mold issues. Maintenance requests are addressed promptly through the portal, though some residents report unresolved issues like water damage and expired safety equipment.

The property offers convenient open areas and amenities like a dog park that residents appreciate. Location and access features support a positive living experience, with responsive maintenance addressing issues promptly.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Indian Oaks is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Indian Oaks was good on 165 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in August (average AQI 62, moderate). Daily highs averaged 96°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 49°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

165 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 46

Temperature

96° / 49°

average August high / January low

: 85° high, 55° low

Pollen

Very low

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: very low, weed: very low

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January67°F49°F42 (good)24 of 31
February69°F49°F45 (good)16 of 28
March82°F56°F55 (moderate)9 of 31
April75°F52°F47 (good)20 of 30
May78°F55°F51 (moderate)14 of 31
June84°F60°F51 (moderate)13 of 30
July93°F67°F56 (moderate)6 of 31
August96°F71°F62 (moderate)4 of 31
September88°F65°F53 (moderate)8 of 30
October85°F60°F47 (good)18 of 31
November72°F52°F49 (good)16 of 30
December71°F50°F47 (good)17 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Indian Oaks Apartments in Simi Valley, CA offers smoke-free apartments with wood plank flooring, near Rocky Peak and Simi Hills Park.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Indian Oaks is Simi Valley High School, a public high school 0.1 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Simi Valley High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.1 mi

St. Peter Claver Preschool & Kindergarten

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.2 mi

St Peter Claver Ps & Kindergarten

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Phoenix Ranch West

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

Phoenix Ranch School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

Valley Bible Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.7 mi

Katherine Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

The Pacific Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.8 mi

White Oak Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.0 mi

Building Blocks Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Contact & management

Indian Oaks is managed by AIR Communities.


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