Ronald Taibi
RE/MAX of Santa Clarita
(661) 438-3233
44 Total Sales
2 in Golden Valley Ranch
$1M - $1.1M Price Range
Golden Valley Ranch
$1,182,355
Average Value
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.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ronald Taibi
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Chad Singer
Chad Singer
Amalfi Estates
(855) 936-0705
92 Total Sales
1 in Golden Valley Ranch
$1,225,000 Price
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Justin Bonney
Justin Bonney
Clear Way Real Estate
(747) 294-3329
95 Total Sales
1 in Golden Valley Ranch
$1,435,000 Price
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Albert Babayan
Albert Babayan
JohnHart Real Estate
(323) 870-1032
148 Total Sales
1 in Golden Valley Ranch
$1,045,000 Price
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Cyndi Lesinski
Cyndi Lesinski
Real Broker
(747) 322-4375
139 Total Sales
1 in Golden Valley Ranch
$900,000 Price
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David Sevanian
David Sevanian
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams VIP Properties
(661) 430-5099
86 Total Sales
1 in Golden Valley Ranch
$1,235,000 Price
Schools
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GreatSchools:
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Placerita Canyon State Park
Bothwell Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Dogwood Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
Arboleda Trailhead
- Bike Trails
- Parking Lot
- Hiking
Fair Oaks Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Golden Valley Ranch Open Space
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Golden Valley Ranch | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
151
Median Year Built
2018
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
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
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
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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