City Guide
Santa Clarita, CA
Overview
Santa Clarita, CA is famous for being the home to Six Flags Magic Mountain, an amusement park. There are around 230,000 residents, so living in Santa Clarita will give you the feeling of a city without nearly as many people. There are a lot of fun and fascinating facts about Santa Clarita, one of which is that the city got its name from the Portola expedition. After the Spaniards arrived in 1769, they named the river St. Clare, now known as the "little" Santa Clara River. Another cool tidbit is that is it is the third most populated city in Los Angeles County.
What’s it like to live in Santa Clarita, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Santa Clarita, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$780,000
and homes stay on the market for 44 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Santa Clarita are $876,000
and $511,500
, respectively. Santa Clarita area townhouses have a median sale price of $639,990
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Santa Clarita, CAExplore our Santa Clarita housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Santa Clarita home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Santa Clarita rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Santa Clarita rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Santa Clarita, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Santa Clarita
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Canyon | $2,198,800 | 45 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Canyon Country | $696,000 | 65 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Saugus | $840,000 | 72 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Valencia | $835,000 | 61 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Newhall | $970,000 | 64 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
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Santa Clarita Migration & Relocation Trends
In Aug '24 - Oct '24, 21% of Santa Clarita homebuyers searched to move out of Santa Clarita, while 79% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 5% of homebuyers searched to move into Santa Clarita from outside metros.
- San Francisco homebuyers searched to move into Santa Clarita more than any other metro followed by New York and Hermiston.
Where are people moving to Santa Clarita from?
- 79% of Santa Clarita homebuyers searched to stay within the Santa Clarita metropolitan area.
Where are people from Santa Clarita moving to?
Number of People Moving to Santa Clarita
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most
People are moving to Santa Clarita from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Aug '24 - Oct '24 | ||
| 1 | 3,065 | ||
| 2 | 377 | ||
| 3 | 58 | ||
| 4 | 48 | ||
| 5 | 10 | ||
| 6 | 7 | ||
| 7 | 5 | ||
| 8 | 5 | ||
| 9 | 4 | ||
| 10 | 4 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Santa Clarita, CA ?
There are a lot of places to visit in Santa Clarita, CA that will please anyone moving to the area. From the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society to the Passages Exhibit, Santa Clarita has a total of 4 museums that you can explore. There's also a vibrant arts and culture scene, with performing arts venues like the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center and Hubbadaddy's Studios. Home to Central Park, Canyon Country Park, and Whitney Canyon Park, there are plenty of parks where you can spend a relaxing day. Alamo Restaurant, Wolf Creek Restaurant, and Dario's Mexican Restaurant Canyon Country are some of the many restaurants to check out while in Santa Clarita.
Explore some of the best things to do in Santa Clarita
What's the best way to get around Santa Clarita, CA ?
The best way to get around Santa Clarita is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Santa Clarita has a walk score of 35, meaning this area is car dependent. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 91321, 91355 and 91351. You can also get around Santa Clarita by bike. With a bike score of 33, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Santa Clarita Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Santa Clarita has 2 heavy rail stations; Via Princessa Metrolink Station, Metrolink Newhall Station. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 13 car rental locations.
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