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Curated by Simir Shah
Who lands here
Families who want more space within reach of LA jobs, with a city that runs its own parks, rec programs, library and transit.
The vibe
Master-planned neighborhoods, paseos and parks, plus historic Old Town Newhall with its Main Street events and the Cowboy Festival at Hart Park.
Schools
Schools come from several districts: Newhall, Saugus Union, Sulphur Springs or Castaic for the K-6 years, then the William S. Hart Union High School District for junior high and high school. Check your address with each district's locator before you sign a lease.
Getting around
Most families drive, but Santa Clarita Transit local buses cost $1 by TAP card (no student discount), and Metrolink's Antelope Valley Line stops at Newhall, Santa Clarita, Via Princessa and Vista Canyon.
Finding your community
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Now go explore Santa Clarita
A friendly orientation, not advice. Neighborhoods, schools and prices change and depend on your exact address — always verify school assignments and lease details directly. New to the area? Start with the New to SoCal hub.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Santa Clarita a good place for families new to Southern California?
Santa Clarita is a big, suburban LA County city north of the San Fernando Valley, made up of Valencia, Saugus, Newhall and Canyon Country, with its own library, bus system and four Metrolink stops. Families who want more space within reach of LA jobs, with a city that runs its own parks, rec programs, library and transit.
How are the schools in Santa Clarita?
Schools come from several districts: Newhall, Saugus Union, Sulphur Springs or Castaic for the K-6 years, then the William S. Hart Union High School District for junior high and high school. Check your address with each district's locator before you sign a lease.
Do I need a car in Santa Clarita?
Most families drive, but Santa Clarita Transit local buses cost $1 by TAP card (no student discount), and Metrolink's Antelope Valley Line stops at Newhall, Santa Clarita, Via Princessa and Vista Canyon.