Why Live in Castaic
Castaic, CA, located along Interstate 5 in Los Angeles County, offers a blend of hillside suburban living and a key rest area for truckers. The Castaic Lake Recreation Area is a major attraction, featuring a 13,000-acre park with boating, fishing, swimming, and hiking trails. Despite recent fire damage, the lake remains a focal point for outdoor activities. The city is served by highly rated schools, including Castaic Union and William S. Hart Union High School District. Housing options range from modern farmhouses and Spanish Revival homes to horse-friendly estates in Hasley Canyon and late 20th-century manufactured homes near Lake Hughes Road. For shopping, residents frequent the Valencia Town Center, 9 miles away, and Old Town Newhall, 12 miles away. Commuting is facilitated by Interstate 5, connecting Castaic to Burbank (30 miles) and downtown Los Angeles (40 miles), with additional public transit options via Santa Clarita Transit and Metrolink. The area has a lower crime rate compared to national averages. However, the community is dealing with the aftermath of the Hughes Fire and the closure of the Chiquita Canyon Landfill due to environmental concerns.
Home Trends in Castaic, CA
On average, homes in Castaic, CA sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Castaic, CA over the last 12 months is $989,900, down 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$989,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$799,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$415,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$394
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$850,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-25%