A master-planned neighborhood with a theme park and esteemed public schools in Santa Clarita
Home to Six Flags Magic Mountain, Valencia is a master-planned community designed to have it all. Not only does it have one of the largest theme parks in the country, but it also features highly rated public schools, over a dozen parks and HOA subdivisions. "It's hard to beat Valencia if you're looking for beautiful, newer homes with lots of space, a great school system and a place that is very family-friendly," says Casey Schein, a Realtor with Re/Max of Valencia, who has been working in the area for about five years. This dynamic neighborhood, built for residents to have everything within easy reach, is located in the fast-growing suburb of Santa Clarita.
Valencia is a master-planned community with highly rated schools, parks, and HOA subdivisions.
The Valencia neighborhood offers a diverse range of homes to fit a wide variety of lifestyle.
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The highly rated Newhall School District
Valencia has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in the country. "Most people think of Six Flags Magic Mountain when they think of Valencia, but the big attraction for people moving there is the school system," Schein says. On Niche, Meadows Elementary School, Placerita Junior High School and William S. Hart High School have A ratings. The high school has been designated a California Distinguished School twice for its academic excellence and offers multiple course pathways, including biotechnology and business management. The neighborhood also has higher education institutions, including UCLA Santa Clarita and the College of the Canyons, which features the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center.
Colorful flowers decorate the entrance sign to Rio Norte Junior High School in Valencia, CA.
Valencia High School has a total enrollment of 2,275 students.
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The peak of entertainment at Six Flags Magic Mountain
On the western side of the neighborhood, Six Flags Magic Mountain is the area’s biggest attraction and one of the world’s largest rollercoaster parks. The theme park offers over 100 rides, including 20 rollercoasters, and appeals to all age ranges. “I can take my teenager and my 6-year-old, and both of them have a good time,” says Realtor Martha Aguilera, who works with Re/Max of Santa Clarita and has a few years of experience in the area. One of the seasonal events at Six Flags is Fright Fest, where visitors can wander through haunted houses and encounter scary costumed actors. Holiday in the Park celebrates Christmas with elaborate light displays and photos with Santa Claus.
Valencia is home to Six Flags Magic Mountain, an amusement park with thrilling roller coasters.
Six Flags Magic Mountain has something for every thrill-seeker in Valencia, from towering coasters to family-friendly fun.
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Mediterranean homes, ranch-style houses and condos in Valencia's HOA communities
The neighborhood’s design resembles a sprawling suburb, with many winding roads and subdivisions with HOAs. From these residential areas, it’s easy to access schools, retail and parks thanks to its master-planned layout. Here, the single-family homes have yards with enough space for garden beds, sometimes landscaped with boxwood shrubs and rose bushes. Plus, the backyards usually have patios or pools. Mediterranean houses range from $750,000 to $1.6 million, while midcentury ranch-style homes range from $800,000 to $1 million. Condos are priced between $350,000 to $700,000. “The inventory is pretty small, and it tends to be moderate to low because we have some of the best schools in Santa Clarita and California,” Aguilera says.
The FivePoint community in Valencia offers clean and modern condominiums for homebuyers.
With their clean lines and inviting layouts, the midcentury ranch-style homes in Valencia exude classic California elegance.
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Valencia Town Center and more retail
"Tons of shopping and dining in Valencia," says Schein. "It's essentially the heart of the Santa Clarita Valley." Valencia is home to one of the largest retail hubs in the area, a centrally located open-air mall called Valencia Town Center. Residents can go out to familiar chains like Peet’s Coffee, Five Guys and the Cheesecake Factory. The mall also has lesser-known restaurants like Salt Creek Grille, a refined brunch spot with patio seating, and the upscale Larsen’s Steakhouse, best known for its ambiance: white tablecloths, candlelight and live piano performances. Popular stores include H&M and Macy’s, while the entertainment options range from watching movies at the Regal Edwards Valencia to doing group art classes at Painting with a Twist. Across the street from the mall, there’s a Sprouts Farmers Market with groceries. For more shopping on the western side of Valencia, the Santa Clarita Certified Farmers’ Market welcomes vendors and locals every Sunday morning.
The beautifully landscaped Westfield Town Center entrance welcomes Valencia shoppers.
Larsen’s Steakhouse in Valencia offers a memorable dining experience with its elegant ambiance and exceptional menu.
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Hiking fit for the movies, Vista Valencia Golf Course and many local parks
The neighborhood offers over a dozen parks, including the popular Valencia Heritage Park. In the northern half of the neighborhood, the 17-acre recreation space has walking trails, soccer fields and tennis courts. Multiple hiking trails surround the Santa Clarita River and the San Francisquito Canyon, which both bisect Valencia. One of the best-known is the Iron Horse Trail, which goes across the famous bridge in the classic '80s horror “The Lost Boys.” Valencia Meadows Park, in the southern part of the neighborhood, has a public swimming pool, a community center and a ballfield. At the Vista Valencia Golf Course, also in south Valencia, players can find a 9-hole course and an 18-hole course, both open to the public.
Start your adventure at the Iron Horse Trailhead in Valencia, where scenic paths and stunning views await every hiker and biker.
Heritage Park offers endless opportunities for outdoor enjoyment.
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A 40-mile drive to downtown Los Angeles
Valencia is a car-dependent neighborhood. Via Interstate 5, Valencia is about 40 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles. Residents can find public transportation at McBean Regional Transit Center, which has buses and summer trolleys that go to Six Flags Magic Mountain. For medical services, residents can go to Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, located in the southern part of the neighborhood. The closest major airport, the Hollywood Burbank Airport, is about 20 miles away.
Whether commuting or heading out on a road trip, the 5 Freeway in Valencia provides easy access to all the region offers.
From morning commutes to evening drives, the streets of Valencia are filled with the energy of daily life and local traffic.
On average, homes in Valencia, CA sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Valencia, CA over the last 12 months is $846,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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