Newhall, Castaic and Valencia, California are three highly desirable communities woven within what is called the Santa Clarita Valley located thirty miles north of Los Angeles. These prestigious villages have some of the most picturesque landscapes of the region. They are situated south of the Sierra Pelona Mountain range, and north of the Santa Susanna and San Gabriel Mountain ranges within Los Angeles County.

Due to its great location near Los Angeles and two freeways, the valley enjoys strong economic stability. Consequently, a great economy and a low unemployment rate have ensured a high quality of life for residents in Newhall, Castaic and Valencia. The average household income for the area is $73,030, while the average estimated house value is $453,900. The Santa Clarita Valley is ranked the second most desirable location in Los Angeles County for new homebuyers.

The valley is also considered one of the most business friendly areas throughout Los Angeles County. Valencia Gateway, the largest master-planned center for business, technology and industry, encompasses more than 4,500 acres, 18.5 million square feet, 1,200 companies and 40,000 employees. The Centre Pointe Business Park, a 240-acre master planned business center, consists of parcels ranging in size from 1 to 40 acres that can accommodate a building footprint from 10,000 to 80,000 square feet. Both offer room for new business and future growth.

Major sources of activity and excitement within the valley are the many motion picture sound stages and back lots. There are over 10 studios in the area which are home to numerous movies, music videos and TV shows like JAG, Crime Scene Investigations, Navy NCIS, Deadwood, Carnivale, and Alias, to name just a few. A highlight of the movie industry is the Melody Ranch Motion Picture Studio Western Back Lot that hosted movies like High Noon, Buffalo Bill, and TV shows like Gunsmoke and the Dukes of Hazard.

Newhall and Valencia are considered part of the city of Santa Clarita, while Castaic is further north of the city limits. Santa Clarita has a total population of 160,000 residents and according to the FBI is the safest city of its size in Los Angeles County and the United States. Castaic has a population of 15,180 residents and is growing fast.

Kids will enjoy not just one, but two Six Flags attractions. Magic Mountain, known throughout the country as the thrill ride haven, has over 100 rides, games and activities. The other, Hurricane Harbor, is a tropical themed water park with a lineup of over 22 slides and wet attractions. Another way to have cool family fun is at the Ice Station Valencia, featuring three ice skating surfaces, pro shop, arcade, ballet and dance room, restaurant and banquet room. Ice Station Valencia is Southern California's most modern community ice and family entertainment center encompassing more than 92,000 square feet over two levels.

As one of Southern California's premier amusement and outdoor sporting attractions, Castaic Lake Recreation Area consists of two separate lakes. The main Reservoir has approximately 34 miles of shoreline and is a "V" shaped body of water that offers many activities to residents and visitors of all ages. All forms of boating, fishing, water skiing, jet skiing, lake tours, hiking, biking, camping, motocross, and swimming are available throughout the summer months. Castaic Lake is host to many special events. Fishing tournaments, Hobie regattas, mountain bike races, triathlons, jet-ski races, motocross races, 4th of July fireworks display, and the annual Winter Magic Festival with a colorful boat parade of lights are just a taste of the fun.

California Institute of the Arts, The Master's College, and College of the Canyons are located in Santa Clarita Valley and are an educational resource to residents of Santa Clarita and nearby communities. Collectively, their student population reached 15,079 students. California State University, Northridge is located nearby in the northern part of the San Fernando Valley and south of Santa Clarita and serves as an additional resource for higher-level education that is more "close to home."

Any of these three communities are an ideal place to live, work, retire or raise a family. With the strong economic environment, low crime rate and fine educational network the community offers an unprecedented high quality of life.


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