Ports of Call Condos in Encino, CA (5400 Lindley Ave)
Ports of Call is a gated condominium building of about 71 homes at 5400 Lindley Avenue in Encino, just north of Ventura Boulevard. This guide covers the floor plans with square footage, what the HOA dues pay for, the rules that matter to owners and tenants, recent sales, and the homes available right now.
- Address
- 5400 Lindley Ave, Encino, CA 91316
- Built
- 1970
- Homes
- About 71 condos
- Floor plans
- 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms, about 726 to 1,400 sq ft
- HOA dues
- About $471 to $475 a month on 2-bedroom listings (Sept. 2026)
- Parking
- Assigned garage parking, 1 or 2 spaces depending on the unit
- Lot
- About 1.27 acres
- Association
- Ports of Call Owners Association
Ports of Call is not The Lindbrook
Lindley Avenue has several condominium buildings within a few hundred feet of each other, and the portals mix them up. Ports of Call is only the building at 5400 Lindley Ave. It has its own association and its own dues.
- 5420 and 5440 Lindley Ave next door are The Lindbrook, a separate community of townhomes and flats built in 1973 with a separate HOA.
- 5412 Lindley Ave, 5354 Lindley Ave and 5334 Lindley Ave are also separate buildings.
- Some portals label this block "Lindley Townhomes Homeowners Association." That is a portal neighborhood label covering several buildings, not the name of the association at 5400 Lindley.
Every unit at Ports of Call shares the single street address 5400 Lindley Ave. Unit numbers run from the 100s through the 300s.
The building
As the listing agent for a two-bedroom home here, I know this building from the inside. A few things stand out compared with other 1970s condos in Encino.
- Controlled access. Entry is controlled, and the front doors open into a tiled lobby with a sitting area and mailboxes.
- An elevator serves the upper floors from the lobby.
- A central courtyard with a pool and spa sits in the middle of the building, so many units look inward over the pool rather than out to the street.
- Covered garage parking with assigned spaces.
- Two community laundry rooms. Buyers who want in-unit laundry should confirm what an individual unit has before making an offer.
Floor plans and square footage
Ports of Call has one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom flats. These are the sizes that appear in MLS records for units in the building. Square footage in listings comes from the MLS or the county assessor and can differ from a physical measurement.
| Plan | Square feet | Examples of units reported with this size |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom, 1 bath | About 726 to 885 | #202, #208, #219, #224, #321 |
| 2 bedrooms, 2 baths | 1,043 | #105, #117, #205, #217 |
| 2 bedrooms, 2 baths | 1,122 | #101, #301, #322 |
| 2 bedrooms, 2 baths | 1,142 | #207 |
| 2 bedrooms, 2 baths | 1,233 | #121, #211, #221, #311 |
| 3 bedrooms, 2 baths | 1,400 | #120, #212, #220 |
Some two-bedroom units have a shower-only second bathroom, which the MLS records as a three-quarter bath. That is why a few portals show fewer than two baths for a two-bath home. Ask for the bathroom details on any unit you are considering.
HOA dues, and what they cover
Dues at Ports of Call vary with the size of the unit. The two-bedroom listings active in September 2026 showed dues of about $471 to $475 a month.
According to the MLS listing for my unit in the building, the dues include:
- Water, hot water and sewer
- Trash
- Basic cable
- Earthquake insurance
- Common-area maintenance
Gas and electricity are paid by the owner or tenant of each unit.
Dues are set by the association and change over time. The amounts above are approximations taken from listings on the date noted, not a quote. Confirm the current dues, any assessments, the reserve study and the master insurance policy with the association and in the disclosure package during escrow.
Amenities
- Pool and spa in the central courtyard
- Sauna
- Dog park
- Lobby lounge
- Elevator
- Two community laundry rooms
- Controlled-access entry and covered garage parking
Parking, pets and leasing
Parking
Each unit has assigned covered parking in the building's garage. The number of spaces varies: current listings in the building show one space for some units and two for others. Confirm the exact spaces, and whether they are side by side or tandem, for the unit you are buying.
Pets
Pets are allowed, subject to the association's pet rules. Ask the association or your agent for the current written rules before you commit, especially if you have more than one pet or a large dog.
Leasing
Owners do lease units here. Recent lease listings in the building have been offered on 12-month terms. I have not seen a published rental cap or minimum lease term for Ports of Call, but that does not mean one does not exist. If you are buying to rent the unit out, read the association's CC&Rs and rules on leasing before you remove your contingencies.
Renting at Ports of Call
For a sense of the rental market, a 1,233-square-foot two-bedroom unit, #211, leased in August 2025 at $3,000 a month, and a two-bedroom unit of the same size is listed for lease at $3,000 a month as of September 2026. Rent depends on the plan, the floor, parking and condition, so use these as reference points, not a promise.
Tenants looking for a home here can see every active lease in the building with the button below and save the search to be emailed when a new one comes up.
Condos for sale and for lease at Ports of Call
These two buttons search the MLS for the building's address only, so you will not see listings from the neighboring buildings on Lindley Avenue.
Want to hear about the next one first? Open either search and click Save Search at the top of the page. You will get an email when a new Ports of Call listing hits the market. Or tell me what you are looking for and I will watch for it.
Disclosure: I am the listing agent for unit #121 at Ports of Call, which is currently offered for sale and for lease.
Recent sales and the current market
These are the most recent closed sales at Ports of Call that I could confirm in at least two public, MLS-based sources as of September 25, 2026.
| Unit | Plan | Sq ft | Closed | Price | Price per sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #105 | 2 bd, 2 ba | 1,043 | October 2025 | About $430,000 | About $412 |
| #205 | 2 bd, 2 ba | 1,043 | March 2025 | $420,000 | About $403 |
| #311 | 2 bd, 2 ba | 1,233 | January 2025 | $560,000 | About $454 |
On the market as of September 25, 2026: three two-bedroom units were listed for sale, at 1,043, 1,122 and 1,233 square feet, with asking prices from about $450,000 to $580,000. One two-bedroom unit was listed for lease.
When you compare units in this building, look past the list price. The same two-bedroom plan can differ in price per square foot, the number of parking spaces, which floor it is on, whether it faces the courtyard or the street, and how recently it was updated. Those details explain most of the price differences between units here, and they are what I walk buyers through before they write an offer.
What is my Ports of Call condo worth?
If you own at 5400 Lindley Ave, I will give you a price opinion based on what has actually closed and leased in this building, adjusted for your plan, floor and parking, not an automated estimate.
Get my Ports of Call home valueLocation
Ports of Call sits on Lindley Avenue just north of Ventura Boulevard in Encino, ZIP code 91316. Lindley does not have its own freeway on-ramp, so it carries less through traffic than Reseda Boulevard or White Oak Avenue, which both feed the 101.
- Ventura Boulevard restaurants, shops and services are a short walk south. Walk Score rates the address 74 out of 100 (checked September 2026).
- Groceries: Ralphs, Gelson's and Trader Joe's are all on or near Ventura Boulevard in Encino, and Encino Commons has everyday shopping.
- Medical: Ventana Medical Plaza, with Providence and Cedars-Sinai offices, is at Ventura Boulevard and Lindley Avenue. Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center is a few minutes west, and Encino Hospital Medical Center is at 16237 Ventura Boulevard.
- Freeways and transit: the 101 is minutes north, and the 405 is a short drive east. Metro bus lines run along Ventura Boulevard, and the Metro G Line has a station at Balboa Boulevard.
For schools, check the address in the LAUSD Resident School Identifier, and review any school directly with the district. Everyone gets the same objective sources from me.
Working with me at Ports of Call
I am a Realtor with Epique Realty serving Encino and the San Fernando Valley, and this stretch of Lindley Avenue is one I know well. I am the listing agent at Ports of Call right now, and I have closed sales in the neighboring buildings on Lindley, including townhomes at The Lindbrook next door. Whether you are buying, selling or leasing at 5400 Lindley Ave, I can tell you how a specific unit compares with what has actually sold and leased here.
Contact me, or browse more of the area on the Encino homes for sale and Encino condos for sale pages. Nearby condo guides: The Lindbrook and Encino Spa East.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the Ports of Call condos in Encino?
5400 Lindley Ave, Encino, CA 91316. All units share that address, with unit numbers from the 100s to the 300s.
Is 5400 Lindley Ave part of The Lindbrook?
No. The Lindbrook is 5420 and 5440 Lindley Ave next door, with its own association. Ports of Call at 5400 Lindley is a separate building and a separate HOA.
How much are the HOA dues at Ports of Call?
Two-bedroom listings in September 2026 showed about $471 to $475 a month. Dues vary by unit size and change over time, so confirm the current amount with the association.
What do the HOA dues include?
Per the MLS listing for a unit in the building: water, hot water, sewer, trash, basic cable, earthquake insurance and upkeep of the common areas.
How big are the units?
One-bedroom units are about 726 to 885 square feet, two-bedroom units are 1,043 to 1,233 square feet, and three-bedroom units are about 1,400 square feet, as reported in MLS records.
Does the building have an elevator and parking?
Yes. There is an elevator off the lobby and assigned covered garage parking, with one or two spaces depending on the unit.
Can I rent out a condo at Ports of Call?
Owners do lease units here, typically on 12-month terms. Confirm the association's current leasing rules in the CC&Rs before you buy to rent.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, subject to the association's pet rules. Get the current written rules before you commit.
Important, please read. The information on this page was compiled from public MLS records, listing information for units in the building and other public sources, and is current only as of September 2026. It is provided for general information, is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed, and it is not a representation or warranty of any kind.
HOA dues, assessments, reserves, insurance coverage, rules and regulations, pet and leasing policies, parking, amenities, unit square footage and FHA or VA project approval change over time and can change without notice, and the figures shown here may already differ from what the association charges or requires today. Dues in particular are set by the association and are adjusted periodically. Any amount shown here is an approximation drawn from listings on the date noted, not a quote and not a commitment.
Do not rely on this page for any purchase, sale, lease or financing decision. Buyers, sellers, tenants and owners must independently verify everything that matters to them directly with the homeowners association and its management company, through the association documents and disclosure package provided in escrow, through the preliminary title report, through their own measurement or appraisal for square footage, and with their lender for project approval status. Where this page and the association's official documents disagree, the association's documents govern.
Nothing here is legal, tax, financial or lending advice. Consult an attorney, accountant or lender for advice about your own situation. All real estate advertised is subject to the federal Fair Housing Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act; we do not discriminate and do not support discrimination against any protected class. Antonio Vaziri and Epique Realty are not affiliated with, and do not speak for, the Ports of Call Owners Association or its management company. Listing search results are provided through the MLS and may not include every home.
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