Saugus, California, is one of four communities that merged in 1987 to form the new city of Santa Clarita. The community prides itself as being family-friendly, and the public schools are ranked in the top 10 percent in California. The parks and recreation department promotes a healthy lifestyle among residents and operates dozens of parks and trails and offers a full array of recreational programs to help meet that goal. Leisure opportunities include golfing, amusement parks, shopping and museums. The nearby Six Flags Magic Mountain amusement park offers plenty of fun in the form of thrilling roller coasters and rides.
Saugus, CA, real estate is typical of a suburban area, with mainly single-family homes for sale. Saugus, CA, real estate listings are mainly two-story homes, but buyers will also find a selection of ranch homes. And because Saugus bills itself as a great place for families, homes tend to be quite large. Many Saugus homes have at least four bedrooms, with a good number of five- and six-bedroom homes also available. Two- and three-bedroom homes generally are a less expensive option. Buyers will also find a small number of condos listed.

