Your guide to 55+ living in Santa Clarita Valley. Compare six communities across Newhall, Valencia, Canyon Country and Saugus, then explore homes, amenities, home styles and buying considerations.
Start with a side-by-side view of the six featured communities, then choose an in-person community visit or a remote consultation. Collin Davis and the Kathy Bost Team can help you focus on the locations, home styles, HOA responsibilities and lifestyle features that matter most to you.
Moving from outside the area? Start the relocation guideUse these verified overview details to narrow your options. Price ranges are approximate and were last reviewed in September 2026. Pricing and availability change. Buyers should verify current resale inventory, builder pricing, upgrades and applicable fees before relying on these figures.
Newhall, Santa Clarita
Valencia, Santa Clarita
Canyon Country (Aliento), Santa Clarita
Saugus (Five Knolls), Santa Clarita
Skyline, Santa Clarita
Valencia, Santa Clarita
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Santa Clarita Valley combines distinct neighborhoods, extensive trails and convenient healthcare access. The area includes approximately 80 miles of trails and 20 miles of paseos, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, and offices from UCLA Health, Kaiser Permanente and other providers.
The six featured communities span Newhall, Valencia, Canyon Country and Saugus, with different home styles, HOA responsibilities, amenities and settings.
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Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital and several major healthcare providers, including UCLA Health and Kaiser Permanente, are located within Santa Clarita Valley.
Santa Clarita offers an extensive network of trails, paseos, parks and natural open space, including approximately 80 miles of trails and 20 miles of paseos, for walking, biking and outdoor recreation.
Santa Clarita is approximately 30 miles north of Downtown Los Angeles, with access to the I-5 and SR-14 corridors.
Each community has its own home styles, amenities, HOA structure and setting. Price ranges are approximate and were last reviewed in September 2026. Pricing and availability change. Buyers should verify current resale inventory, builder pricing, upgrades and applicable fees before relying on these figures.
The Original 55+ Golf Community of Santa Clarita
Friendly Valley in Newhall combines attached and detached homes, a 9-hole executive golf course, a separate pitch-and-putt course and shared recreation. Compare home types, HOA structure, condition and monthly costs in the full guide. Review current resale availability and governing documents before choosing a tour. Home condition and association responsibilities vary.
Resort-Style Luxury in the Heart of Valencia
Belcaro is a gated Valencia community with Greens and Liberty residences, clubhouse amenities and trail access. Explore the full guide for home styles, association responsibilities and property-specific questions before a showing. Buyers can compare attached and detached options, private outdoor space and primary-suite layouts. Verify current resale availability before relying on a listing.
A Boutique 55+ Enclave Within the Aliento Master Plan
Verano is a gated 55+ neighborhood within Aliento, with primarily main-level living and select homes with a loft or guest suite. The full guide covers floor plans, tax considerations and association responsibilities. Review Mello-Roos details, wine-locker access and current HOA documents before arranging a visit. Ask about age policies and guest procedures.
Smart Homes for Active Adults at Five Knolls
Galloway at Five Knolls offers gated 55+ living in Saugus with detached condominium residences, attached two-car garages and community recreation. The full guide explains HOA documents, maintenance responsibilities and resale-home considerations. Home features and connected technology can differ by property, so review current documents with any resale listing. Confirm insurance and title structure for the home.
One-Level Living with Views & Resort Amenities at Skyline
Altis at Skyline offers single-story homes, The VuePoint amenity setting, pickleball and a Lifestyle Manager. Its guide covers builder and resale options, lot orientation, upgrades and first-visit representation considerations. Buyers should confirm available homesites, total monthly costs and current builder registration guidance before their first visit.
Four 55+ Collections on the Hills of Valencia
Tesoro Highlands Villas includes four 55+ collections with primarily single-story homes and select two-story designs. Compare The Oasis, The Retreat, builder and resale options, association responsibilities and applicable costs in the full guide. The guide identifies collection differences, current availability and property-specific due-diligence questions.
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Communities operating under the Housing for Older Persons Act may qualify for residents age 55 and older when at least 80% of occupied homes include one resident who is 55 or older and the community follows age-verification and occupancy policies. Individual rules can be stricter.
Communities may offer gated access, social activities, recreational facilities and lower-maintenance options. Amenities, age requirements, HOA coverage and owner responsibilities vary by community and property.
HOA dues support shared amenities and common areas. Landscaping, roofing, exterior maintenance and insurance responsibilities vary by community and individual property.
Clubhouses, activity spaces and resident programming provide opportunities to meet neighbors and participate in community activities.
All six featured communities offer gated or controlled access. Staffed gates and security services vary by community.
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