Are you thinking about moving to Santa Clarita, California, and want to find the best place to buy a home? In this video, I’m going to give you a tour of Canyon Country, one of Santa Clarita’s six areas that you’ve got to check out. I’m going to break down the sections of Canyon Country so you can find out what makes each community special and unique.

 

Welcome To Canyon Country

If you want to live here in Santa Clarita, you need to check out all six areas before you make a decision. These regions include Valencia, Saugus, Canyon Country, Newhall, and Stevenson’s Ranch and Castaic. The latter two are not really parts of the city limits but are so close that we always kind of bunch those in there. 

Today, we're going to talk about Canyon Country, which can be broken into six sections. The first is Whites Canyon. The second is what I call the Soledad Corridor; it doesn't really have a name, but it’s the area stretching from Shangri La (which is right near Sierra Highway) all the way up to the end of Canyon Country. 

The other areas of Canyon Country include Sand Canyon, Rainbow Glen, Fair Oaks Ranch, and the new area, Aliento. 

Whites Canyon

Let’s take a closer look at Whites Canyon, one of the oldest areas of Canyon Country. After the war in the 1960s, the government built homes in this community. They were allowing the vets to come back and buy them with $100 down and very low monthly payments. There are still some original owners of these homes, which make up the whole lower section of Whites Canyon. 

As you go up the hill, you’ll find some newer and larger homes. The Whites Canyon area also hosts Canyon High School and Sierra Vista Junior High. Additionally, there are quite a few apartment complexes in the area.

Soledad Canyon Corridor

The next area is the Soledad Canyon Corridor. The reason I'm calling it that is because it runs the entire length of Soledad Canyon. In this area, there are a lot of different homes of varying types, styles, sizes, and price points.

You're going to find something in just about every price range—from condos and townhomes to really large luxury homes. This area also offers great freeway access, so if you are commuting, you’re right off the 14 Freeway. 

Rainbow Glen

Our next area of Canyon Country is Rainbow Glen. This area is located right off of Soledad and Rainbow Glen, hence the name. You’ll find homes and a lot of detached condos here—which also means you’ll have a lot of homeowner’s associations. Thankfully, though, there are no Mello Roos in the neighborhood.

Not only do they have pools, but most of those areas also have tennis courts as well. The majority of the housing options are those detached condos, which is like living in a single-family home. There is a pocket that does have larger single-family homes as well. Rainbow Glen offers close freeway access and houses La Mesa Junior High. 

Sand Canyon And Robinson Ranch

While Whites Canyon is the oldest area of Canyon Country, Sand Canyon has some older homes as well. You’ll find some very old ranches in that area along with a lot of newer places, too. In this luxury-type community, most of those homes have quite a bit of land around them. 

Also in the area is Robinson Ranch, a gated golf course with beautiful estates surrounding it. So if you're looking for something with a little bit more space around you that’s on the higher end, Robinson Ranch is definitely a place you want to take a look at. There are plenty of oak trees, and the area makes you feel far away from everything while still being close to the amenities. 

Robinson Ranch has close freeway access, depending upon how far back up in the canyon you go. Even if you're at the farthest point in the canyon, though, you're probably just 10 to 12 minutes from the freeway. 

Fair Oaks Ranch

The next area we’re going to look at is Fair Oaks Ranch, a more recent community built in the 2000s and newer. This area has almost everything, including a gated condo townhome complex, an apartment complex, detached townhomes, and single-family homes. This means you can get something from a small 1,000-square-foot condo all the way up to a 4,000+ square foot house. 

Home prices will vary depending on what you're looking for. You’ll also have homeowner's associations in Fair Oaks Ranch, though not every home belongs to it. If having the community pool is important to you, you’ll definitely want to confirm if the home you're looking at belongs to that association.

Additionally, almost all of Fair Oaks Ranch does have a Mello Roos tax. The cost of this tax varies, so you’ll want to consider this if you’re buying a home in Fair Oaks Ranch.

Aliento

The last community you’ll want to check out is Aliento. This is a fairly new and really cool area that also has a 55 and older community. As of right now, Aliento and Fair Oaks Ranch are the only two communities that are located on the southwest side of the 14 Freeway. 

However, there's another community that will be built in this area in the future—which means there will be an amendment to this eventually. Additionally, a lot of the homes in Aliento have Mello Roos taxes. Some of the homes are gated and some are not; it just depends on where you're looking in Aliento. While there is a variety of home options, there are no condos or townhomes in the area.

Schools

When it comes to Canyon Country, there are a lot of elementary schools in the area. When you find a neighborhood you really like, I recommend that you look into the elementary schools. The elementary school district that houses most of those elementary schools is Sulphur Springs Elementary School. In addition, there are a couple of schools in Canyon Country that are part of the Saugus Union School District. 

High schools in the area include Canyon High School and Golden Valley High School, which serve the entire Canyon Country area. These schools are both a part of the William S. Hart School District. We also have two Junior High Schools that are also part of the William S. Hart School District; these are Sierra Vista Junior High and La Mesa Junior High. 

The Canyon Country Community Center

Now that you know about the schools, let’s move on to some of the fun things to do in Canyon Country. One source of activities is the new Canyon Country Community Center. Open since October of 2021, this beautiful center has a nice big park area with playgrounds. They also host concerts in the park and have huge kitchens for cooking classes and community events—which you can reserve for different demonstrations.

Additionally, the community center offers a big ballroom that you can reserve for parties, meetings, and more. There are big basketball courts, a dance studio, after-school and summer school programs for the kids, and dancing classes for both kids and adults. With everything you could possibly think of, it’s definitely worth checking out these programs. The Community Center has a lot of events that are free as well, so don’t forget to look at the calendar to see what’s going on.

Fun Events And Activities

Another great place to have some fun is Route 66 Classic Grill. Wednesday nights between May and October, you can enjoy a Bike Night; on the second Saturday of every month from May to October, enjoy the Route 66 Grill Classic Car Show. Both are awesome events you don’t want to miss.

These events always draw a crowd. There’s usually a band, plenty of stuff to do, and a ton of people to talk to. Because it’s located in the same parking lot as the movie theater, a lot of parents will have the kids go to the movies while they have a drink, look at the bikes and cars, and enjoy their evening.

We also have MB2 Sports, which just opened at the border of Saugus and Canyon Country. This entertainment park has go-kart rides, axe throwing, bumper boats, miniature golf, a small bowling alley, and so much more. So if you're looking for a fun day or night out and want to experience some new and exciting activities, I definitely recommend checking this place out as well.

Bike And Skate Parks

The city of Santa Clarita also has some fun activities to offer. One is the Trek Bike Park, where kids and adults can enjoy off-road bicycling. The dirt track features fun jumps and offers plenty of enjoyment for the community. A lot of my clients’ kids love to go there, and the track is set up at certain times of the day for younger kids to join in. 

In addition, located near the Trek Bike Park is the Santa Clarita Skate Park. While I haven’t personally skated in it, I've gone and watched those that do. Some of these kids are just incredible, so if you have children, I do recommend checking that out. 

The Aquatic Center

In addition, the city of Santa Clarita also has an Aquatic Center. Here you will find a playground-type area that is all done in the water. There are slides, fountains, and all kinds of things for kids to do. There’s also an actual pool if you want to swim laps.

I do recommend the Aquatic Center as a great place to go on a hot summer day. Check the website to see some pictures of the facilities and get a closer look at the schedule, as there are certain days and times available for different age ranges. They also have classes and day camps in the summer that you won’t want to miss.

The Pros Of Living In Canyon Country

There are a few more things that people really like about Canyon Country. First, people love all of the bike paths. These wind throughout the area and stretch from Valencia all the way through Canyon Country. As you ride, you’ll go through some really beautiful scenery as well. 

Another thing that people love about Canyon Country—which I mentioned earlier—is that you have great freeway access. This is especially helpful if you are commuting north up towards Palmdale, Lancaster, and the Antelope Valley to companies like Lockheed, Northrop, and other big businesses.

Many people that work in those areas want their kids to go to schools here in Santa Clarita or have a spouse that commutes the other direction. Canyon Country is a great central location. Being located right off the 14 Freeway is awesome, making it a great commute whether you're going north or south. 

Lastly, the city of Santa Clarita only has one Costco—which is also located in Canyon Country. I know it sounds silly, but a lot of people that want to know about living in Canyon Country ask us where the Costco is. So don’t worry; you’ll have a Costco nearby if you live in Canyon Country. 

I’m Here To Help

I hope this gave you a good idea of everything that Canyon Country has to offer. If you have any questions about Santa Clarita or are thinking about making a move, please reach out and give us a call. I’ll be happy to share any information I have with you to make your transition easy.

 

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