One of the larger neighborhoods of Los Angeles County, Chatsworth is a picturesque district that was originally home to Native Americans, particularly the Fernandeño and the Chumash. They were tribes of hunter-gatherers who inhabited the land until the Spanish settled in the region at the beginning of the 18th century. About halfway through the 1800s, Mexico annexed the land to the United States after the Mexican-American War.

Although Americans had a large presence in the area since the start of the 1800s, it wasn't until 1850 that California became the 31st state. Gold and statehood brought many Americans west, and Chatsworth's location southeast of the steep Santa Susana Pass made it an important transportation town. It remained an active station for the coach lines until as late as 1891. The district has remained a major transportation hub, and the Chatsworth Transportation Center is served by over 30 daily train lines.

In 1913, the City of Los Angeles offered the town a deal. Knowing that the local farmers had issues with water to irrigate their crops, Los Angeles offered to sell the town water and to join the Greater City of Los Angeles. In 1915, Chatsworth obliged and has been a part of the larger city ever since. During the 1920s, the rugged landscape and proximity to Hollywood made the area extremely popular as a backdrop for Western films.

Before World War 1, Augusta and Karl Iverson began renting out their ranch as a movie location, and famous motion pictures were filmed there, such as The African Queen, Stagecoach, Wee Willie Winkie, and Around the World in 80 Days. After World War 1, large orange, lemon, grape, and fig crops sprouted up in the region and thoroughbred horse ranches became popular.

A favorite of residents to visit is Artvanta, a museum that showcases different art and exhibits from around the world. Many rotating features are shown throughout the year, including paintings, sculptures, and more. Close by in the Simi Valley is Grandma Prisbrey's Bottle Village, an incredible, unique attraction made entirely from recycled materials from an area landfill. The village includes walkways, shrines, buildings, and more, and can be explored alone or as part of a guided tour. For a great breath of fresh air, Chatsworth Park North has something for outdoor enthusiasts, including volleyball and basketball courts, fitness equipment, and picnic areas with barbecue pits. A hiking trail leads to a scenic area with stunning views of the area, especially of the sunset, if you happen to be there at the right time.

Chatsworth was voted one of the Top 50 Neighborhoods to Live in Los Angeles, and when you look at the schools, facilities, and municipal spaces available for residents, it's easy to see why. It’s a residential oasis on the outskirts of one of the trendiest areas to live in the country. Unfortunately, the suburb has one thing in common with the rest of the country: pests want to live here as well. Lucky for the residents of Chatsworth and the surrounding region, 101 Gopher & Pest Control is here for you. Contact us for an estimate and get started on a pest-free home..