Sand Canyon of Canyon Country

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Discover the homes and neighborhood of Sand Canyon. See first hand information about the amenities, local conveniences, schools, location and current listings of homes for sale.

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Sand Canyon Overview

Rustic old ranch home located in Sand Canyon

Sand Canyon is located at the northeast end of Santa Clarita and is known for it's large, upscale homes on large lots and picturesque settings. It's a community of neighborhoods and/or custom ranch homes situated within Canyon Country. If you're shopping for a custom home on a large lot or acreage, Sand Canyon is just what you're looking for.

The community has a variety of home types, but it's definitely a shopping ground for upscale homebuyers looking for larger homes, away from the typical subdivisions that make up most of Santa Clarita.

Custom American Colonial Estate with a Guest House in Macmillan Ranch

Description of Sand Canyon Homes

A typical Sand Canyon home is large, luxurious and expensive! Most homes are custom built on very large lots and offer plenty of privacy. There are also some amazing views. Even if you're a first time home buyer and not quite ready to jump into a luxury home, it's fun to look at all the photos and details.

The larger homes are mostly located back in the country, south of Soledad Canyon Road, on both sides of Sand Canyon Road. Looking at the MLS listings of homes for sale in Sand Canyon, today's pricing generally ranges from $800,000 to about $4,000,000. Many are quite stunning with creative architectural designs and large homes with 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and large lots. There are also less expensive homes but only if you know where to look.

Lovely Single Story Home Built in the 1960's

Less Expensive Sand Canyon Homes
Of course, not all homes in Sand Canyon are custom, luxury estates. There are also some terrific single story houses, for instance those found at the Woodlands. These are very nice homes with large yards in a more typical neighborhood setting. A perfect place to make your home.

Selling Your Sand Canyon Home

If you're considering selling your home here in Sand Canyon, give us a call for a free home valuation. We have represented sellers in the past and can provide you with an accurate and realistic home value. Keep in mind, it generally takes a bit more time to sell a high dollar ranch style home, especially if it's in a rural setting.

Gated MacMillan Ranch Community just off Sand Canyon Rd

There's also a gorgeous country club called Santa Clarita Country Club. It was once called Robinson Ranch Country Club but regardless of the name, it's a favorite spot for local golfers and a great location for weddings. Again, membership is steep but everyone we've talked to say it's well worth it!

City of Santa Clarita Fire Station 123

Fire Danger
Of course, just like any other rural area there is a higher risk of fire, especially during certain times of the year. Residents of Sand Canyon appreciate the presence of the City of Santa Clarita Fire Station 123, centrally located just off of Sand Canyon Road.

Sand Canyon Community Amenities

Unlike any typical communities here in other parts of Santa Clarita, Sand canyon is completely different. Yes, you might find some neighborhood amenities is specific neighborhoods, but since Sand Canyon is mostly custom homes properties there's no amenities for all Sand Canyon residents. For instance Macmillan Ranch is Gated. Robinson Ranch includes a monthly HOA but that is only to cover the cost of maintaining the common areas. The fact is, most homes are in fact, amazing ranch properties, each with their own private amenities

Horse Trails
There are horse trails throughout Sand Canyon and local convenience shopping is situated at Sand Canyon Road and Soledad Canyon Road.

Sand Canyon Local Conveniences

Most of Sand Canyon sits a few miles back in the country, so to speak. It's not that remote but you're not going to walk across the street to shopping and dining either. Those living back in Sand Canyon are not usually going to walk to the local minimart. There's a shopping center with dining at the 14 freeway and Sand Canyon Road. For most, this will be a 5 or 10 minute drive. Of course, since Sand Canyon is located in Canyon Country, it's only a few minutes to plenty of shopping and dining.

Schools Nearby Sand Canyon

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For most residents there are no local schools in walking distance. The nearest grade schools are Mitchell elementary or Sulphur Springs elementary. The nearest high schools are Canyon or Golden Valley High School. The nearest junior high is Sierra Vista. Have a look at the school boundary map above.

Subdivisions of Sand Canyon

Quail Ranch Estates - No information available at this time.

Ridgecrest - Houses here are mostly sized approximately 4,000 sq ft with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Large and high budget homes. Just Gorgeous!

Robinson Ranch - Mostly 5 bedroom, upscale homes sized at nearly 5,000 sq ft. Large lots. Very expensive.

The Preserve - this is a custom area and only one home appeared on the MLS for the last 3 years. Not enough information to report on, but it's specifically for custom homes in a specific zone.

Woodlands 1 - Built from 1964 to 1965, these homes are generally sized from 1,754 to just over 4,000 sq ft but most are in the 2,000 + sq ft range. Mostly single story homes with 4 and bedrooms and large yards. real estate here is much more affordable.

Woodlands 2 - Similar to homes in Woodlands 1 built in 1965 to 1966.

Platinum Collection - Not really a neighborhood. This designates a custom home and property type rather than a neighborhood.

Crystal Springs - Built in the late 1980's to early 90's, generally these homes are amazing and quite large, sized from 3,000 to over 5,000 sq ft. Most are situated on large lots with plenty of elbow room. Very Expensive!

Custom Sand Canyon - This is not any specific neighborhood. It's a mix of ranch properties spread out throughout Sand Canyon, each home different than the next.

Davis Ranch - No results yet found for this area.

Hope Ranch - Large homes or large lots just off of Comet Way

Lost Canyon Estates - Located at the north edge of Sand Canyon with large homes and 3 to 4 acre properties. Convenient to shopping and dining.

Macmillan Ranch - Large homes from 4,000 sq ft to over 8,000 sq ft and built from 1985 to 1990. Very large lots

Live Oak Court - Built in 2018 - 2019, 4 and 5 bedroom homes sized between 3,500 and 4,000 sq ft. generally situated on large lots or acreage.

Placerita Chaparral - No results yet found for this area so may be planned for future development.

Map of the Sand Canyon Area