River Village Community of Saugus
Built between 2007 and 2021, River Village is a popular neighborhood in Saugus, right here in Santa Clarita. It’s located just east of Bouquet Canyon Road and stretches across both sides of Newhall Ranch Road. With its modern homes and inviting atmosphere, it continues to be a favorite among homebuyers.
Keep scrolling to check out each subdivision, watch our video tour, browse photos, and explore homes currently for sale. Enjoy the tour!
River Village Quick Facts
Developed
2007 – 2021
Neighborhoods
8
Community Theme
Contemporary
HOA
YES
Mello Roos
Yes, Most Homes
River Village Report By
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Video Tour of the River Village Community
River Village Community Overview
River Village has a clean, modern feel and is known for its spacious, well-kept homes. Residents love the wide-open trails, beautiful surroundings, and the overall variety the neighborhood offers—it really goes above and beyond what you might expect.
This partially gated community includes 8 different neighborhoods with a mix of condos, townhomes, and detached single-family homes. The homes here are thoughtfully designed, energy-efficient, and built to last—making for a truly welcoming place to live.
Condos and townhomes typically range from about 1,355 to 2,600 square feet, while the detached homes start around 2,700 square feet and go up to just over 4,800 square feet. Scroll down for a quick look at each neighborhood and what makes them special.
Just a heads-up: not all parts of River Village are gated. On the north side of Newhall Ranch Road, Kensington, Providence, and Hartford are gated, while Concord is not. On the south side, Charleston, Brookville, and Heirloom are gated, but Lexington is open. No matter where you are in River Village, the neighborhoods all share a beautifully maintained and visually appealing setting.
River Village HOA’s & Amenities
Residents living on the south side of Newhall Ranch Road get to enjoy some great amenities, including a clubhouse, a large swimming pool, spa, kiddie pool, and more. Up on the north side, the Hartford, Kensington, and Providence neighborhoods share a pool, spa, playground, and BBQ area. The Concord neighborhood has its own setup too, with a clubhouse, community pool, spa, and playground.
Right next to the ungated Lexington neighborhood, you’ll find Duane R. Harte Park—a great spot with a kids’ playground, a huge grassy area, and trails that wrap around the edge. And if you’re in the mood for a longer walk, the scenic River Village Park Trail winds its way all the way up to Newhall Ranch Road.
HOA’s and Mello Roos
Each neighborhood comes with a HOA cost and some even have 2. Although most homes have a mello roos, many of those in the Lexington subdivision do NOT. If planning to purchase a home here, be sure to VERIFY amounts before making an offer.
Schools & Local Conveniences
Although there are schools nearby River Village, there are none directly within the community. The nearest high school is Saugus High. The closest middle school is Arroyo Seco Junior High. There are a couple of nearby elementary schools including Emblem Elementary and Rio Vista.
Links to School District Boundary Maps
School Locater for Saugus Union School District
Local Conveniences
There are a large variety of nearby shopping and dining establishments located about a mile down the street on all four corners of Bouquet Canyon Road and Newhall Ranch Road. There are also banks, a gas station, grocery stores and much more. Oh yeah, don’t forget the Starbucks drive thru too!
River Village Homes For Sale
Click on the View ACTIVE Listings button below to see current listings of homes for sale. This really is a wonderful newer community and certainly worth consideration for those interested in buying a home in Santa Clarita.
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River Village Photo Gallery
Here are a few of the pics we shot during our many visits to River Village. All the best clips and slides are included in the video above.
Neighborhoods of River Village
The above map provides a reasonably accurate representation of the way neighborhoods are divided on either side of Newhall Ranch Road. As mentioned, there are 8 different subdivisions. Kensington, Providence and Hartford are situated together and share amenities. Concord is separated on it’s own. Brookview and Heirloom are mixed together in the same area. Charleston and Lexington each have their own areas. Lexington is NOT gated and that’s also where the public park is situated.
The Homes in River Village
The classic detached homes in Charleston, Brookville, Heirloom, and Lexington are usually quite spacious. Many include three-car garages, both front and back yards, and some even offer a Next Gen® Suite—great for extended family or extra space. A number of homes also come with built-in pools, spas, and beautiful views.
The detached homes in the Providence neighborhood are a bit more compact. Most have two-car garages and smaller yards—some with little or no front yard space. Still, they offer thoughtful layouts and a cozy feel that appeals to many homebuyers.
- Charleston: These homes were constructed between 2013 and 2015, offering spacious living spaces exceeding 3,800 sq ft, featuring 5 or 6 bedrooms and 4 or 5 bathrooms.
- Brookville and Heirloom: These neighborhoods offer 4 to 5 bedroom residences ranging from approximately 2,734 to 3,857 sq ft.
- Lexington: These large 4 and 5 bedroom houses, primarily built from 2012 to 2014, include the appealing option of a Next Gen® Suite, providing a “Home within a Home®” for multi-family living. Additionally, some homes in this area are exempt from Mello Roos.
- Kensington: A small group of large, multi-level 4 to 5 bedroom townhomes built around 2015 sized from about 2,399 to 2,624 sq ft. If looking for a Next Gen® Suite home for multi-family living, these might be worth looking at.
- Providence: An assortment of cute detached homes ranging from approximately 2,101 to 2,349 sq ft with 4 to 5 bedrooms.
- The units here range in size from approximately 1,635 to 1,732 sq ft, offering 3 to 4 bedrooms and an attached 2-car garage. Learn more about the Hartford and Kensington townhomes neighborhoods.
- Concord: Developed by Lennar, this condominium community presents homes ranging from 1,355 to 1,621 sq ft, with 2 to 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a loft. Construction was completed as of 2021. Here’s a report specifically about the Concord Neighborhood.