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Golden Valley Ranch

Golden Valley Ranch

$1,179,048 Average Value
$425 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Golden Valley Ranch blends nature access with new amenities

Tucked away in one of Santa Clarita’s most picturesque elevations, Golden Valley Ranch is a neighborhood of brand-new gated communities with front-row access to thousands of acres of natural scenery. Located in the eastern reaches of the city, it includes a shopping center, fire station, elementary school, park, and the 55-and-over Verano community. “New construction is a big deal,” says Realtor Zach McReynolds, owner of NextHome Real Estate Rockstars. “They’re all pretty modern with open concept style interiors. It’s very family friendly.” Not a neighborhood known for hosting festivals or a calendar of weekend events, Golden Valley Ranch focuses on maintaining its oasis atmosphere. It also borders Antelope Valley Freeway, easing your commute whether you’re heading north to the desert or south to Los Angeles. With brand-new homes in a beautiful, natural setting, life in Golden Valley Ranch is designed to deliver convenience and refreshment.

Prices span from $650K ranchers to $1.5M spacious homes

Within the residential landscape, home styles include elegant ranchers, five-bedroom Mission Revival stunners, earth-tone stucco mansions, modern farmhouse designs and bright two-story Coastal Prairie style homes in the Verano community. These homes are brand-new — all built in the last decade, with some constructed as recently as 2021. A two-bedroom rancher typically costs between $650,000 and $750,000, while larger homes with more square-footage can cost between $1 million and $1.5 million. The neighborhood centers around the Aliento Terrace Clubhouse, featuring large farmhouse patios and elegant stonework. The Clubhouse offers residents a fitness center with panoramic views, an event lawn, bocce court, outdoor fireplace, and extravagant swimming pools with private cabanas.

Trails and parks offer hiking, biking and dog-friendly spaces

The Dogwood Gated Community Park offers pups a flat open space to run and play, peppered with low boulders for resting. The main trailhead for Bothwell Memorial Park invites residents to hike and bike through hills overlooking the valley. There are plenty of trails that will take you deep in the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space, a 900-acre preserve of chaparral-covered slopes and oak woodlands that stretch across the nearby ridgelines. For a short, strenuous hike, you can trek to the top of Horse Peak, the highest point in Santa Clarita at about 2,400 feet.

Students attend well-rated schools with active parent support

Elementary age students in Golden Valley Ranch attend Golden Oak Community School, a public elementary school on the neighborhood’s northeastern edge. Golden Oak’s active PTA helps host book fairs, dances and assemblies. Upperclassmen attend highly rated schools like La Mesa Junior High and Golden Valley High, both of which hold “A” ratings from Niche, an online school review site. “We’re seeing an influx of people moving to the area, and schools are a big part of that,” McReynolds says.

Plaza at Golden Valley offers groceries, furniture and fast food

In the Plaza at Golden Valley, residents can shop nearly 50 stores including Kohls, T.J. Maxx, Target and Bed Bath & Beyond. The shopping center also offers fast food options, office supply stores, professional services and salons. Eateries here include national chains such as Panera and Chili’s. Locals can also dine on subs and pizza at Tomato Joe’s Pizza and Taps, or opt for open-flame charburgers at the Habit Burger Grill. Nationally famous Crumbl Cookies is also here, baking gourmet sweets for in-store purchase or delivery in signature pink-box multipacks. Head just a few minutes north and you can shop at big box stores and grocers like Costco and Stater Bros. Markets, a go-to destination for fresh produce and meats.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Bob Hope

26 min drive

Golden Valley Ranch Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$1,399,000
Median Sale Price
$1,300,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,259,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$425

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
151
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
2018
Months of Supply
8.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,853
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,785
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

Open Houses

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    18797 Big Cedar Dr, Santa Clarita, CA 91387

    $1,259,990

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,304 Sq Ft
    • 18797 Big Cedar Dr

    Discover this stunning Spanish-inspired residence, perfectly positioned on a coveted and flat 9,450 sqft. corner VIEW lot within the prestigious gated community of Aliento! From the moment you arrive, the sweeping mountain and valley views set the stage for a lifestyle of beauty & comfort. Mornings begin with coffee in the tranquility of your fully landscaped, low-maintenance backyard, while

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    Keller Williams VIP Properties
    (661) 669-7569
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    18812 Juniper Springs Dr, Canyon Country, CA 91387

    $1,800,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 4,023 Sq Ft
    • 18812 Juniper Springs Dr
    • New 7 days ago

    ASSUMABLE LOAN AT 2.75%!!!!!!!!!!!Absolutely stunning home located on a charming street within the highly desirable, gated Aliento community in Canyon Country. This expansive 4,023 sq ft residence sits on a large lot and offers 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. Recently, the owner invested over $300,000 in a stunning new pool and surrounding hardscape, creating a true backyard oasis. Brand new

    Alon Peters Pinnacle Estate Properties, Inc.

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    18732 Juniper Springs Dr, Canyon Country, CA 91387

    $1,485,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 4,289 Sq Ft
    • 18732 Juniper Springs Dr
    • New 11 days ago

    Aliento showstopper! Built in 2019, this 5 bed/5 bath home offers approx. 4,289 sq ft on a rare 12,428 sq ft lot. Bright, open layout with upgraded tile and engineered wood flooring, plus a stylish fireplace in the main living area. Owned solar (paid—no lease) keeps energy costs down. A large loft serves as an ideal second living/media space. Retreat to the expansive primary suite with a

    Albert Cattouse Radius Agent Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,274
Median Age
41
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$160,057
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$171,628

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
46.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

8 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

13 / 100
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