Nestled in the oak-filled foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains, the upscale community with small town charm has a progressive economy, safe neighborhoods, blue ribbon schools and healthy lifestyle. In addition to its desirable location surrounded by scenic open space, Calabasas is conveniently located near employment opportunities and all of Southern California´s finest attractions.
No one is completely sure how Calabasas got its name, but it became popular during the late ?60´s when Jimmy Durante gave a television sign off to his wife, "Goodnight Mrs. Calabash, wherever you are," as she was often here visiting friends in "the bird streets". Many believe that the city´s unusual name stems from a Basque farmer´s pumpkin cart that overturned en route to Los Angeles, spilling seeds that became the region´s first official patch. As calabaza in Spanish means gourd, this explanation allows for a popular pumpkin celebration held by the Calabasas Chamber of Commerce. The next festival will be in October 2007 featuring 30 tons of old-fashioned pumpkin fun including pumpkin pie eating and seed spitting contests, pumpkin bowling, four stages of entertainment and seasonal events.
With its rolling hills and waterfalls, Calabasas attracted Hollywood artists in the late 1920´s and established the bohemian colony of Park Moderne. Calabasas continues to value beauty through its art in public places program. Custom architecture, attractive business offices, and stylish shopping centers, as well as outdoor art blend the city´s past, present and future into an exciting environment. The Calabasas Historical Society preserved a Zigzag Moderne fountain created by the 1920´s artists on a Native American footpath that can still be enjoyed in what are now called "the bird streets".
A desirable location throughout history, Calabasas was part of the El Camino Real, the original Mission Highway that served the California Missions. The first recorded occupation in the area was by Chumash Native Americans who settled along the banks in Calabasas Creek Park. Espiritu, daughter of Chumash Chief Odin, married Miguel Leonis the legendary "King of Calabasas" who ruled the territory in the mid-1800s.
 Close by are endless amenities including The Commons-an inviting and lively village atmosphere which beckons all for shopping and socializing-the Warner Center, a public library, numerous places of worship, entertainment, health facilities, restaurants and various employment and business opportunities.
There's even the delightful Saturday morning open-air farmer's market at Old Town Calabasas for fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers. Recreational opportunities abound, with facilities available to all local citizens including a wide variety of activities, classes and sports for all ages. 
The natural wonders of the area are perfectly suited for hiking, biking, and taking walks under the shade trees in the beautiful community parks. Just over the hill are the magnificent beaches of Malibu.
With its freeway close location, Calabasas is an easy drive to all the entertainment and business centers of the entire Los Angeles area.
 Calabasas has long been a crossroads of western activities, from the land-seeking settlers who came in covered wagons, to the arrival of the mail by Pony Express
If you are considering moving to Calabasas or would like
more information on Calabasas contact Ben Salem
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