The numbers, side by side
| Market | Median price | Days on market | County | School district(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castaic | $810,000 | 64 | Los Angeles | Castaic Union School District (K–8) and William S. Hart Union High School District (9–12) |
| Saugus | $850,000 | 44 | Los Angeles | Saugus Union School District (elementary) and William S. Hart Union High School District (7–12) |
Figures from /data.json, the site’s canonical data file (June 2026). Always verify current numbers.
The structural differences
- Castaic: the lake (boating/fishing recreation no other SCV community touches), larger-lot pockets, Castaic Union K-8 into Castaic High, first-on/first-off I-5 position for northbound commuters — and wildland-edge fire-insurance diligence on hillside parcels.
- Saugus: central position (everything in SCV is 15 minutes), Saugus Union's deep elementary bench, Plum Canyon's 2000s-era stock (deep guide), and Saugus High's established zone.
Commute math decides many of these
Northbound (Bakersfield corridor, Valencia industrial centers): Castaic wins outright. Valley-internal and southbound LA commutes: Saugus' centrality beats Castaic's grade-position by 10-15 minutes daily. The $40K spread rarely decides it; the drive does.
Frequently asked questions
Is Castaic cheaper than Saugus?
Slightly — ~$810K vs ~$850K (June 2026). The decision is usually lake/space (Castaic) versus centrality/schools-bench (Saugus) rather than price.
What school district is Castaic in?
Castaic Union (K-8) feeding Castaic High School — which is part of the Hart District. Saugus runs Saugus Union elementary into Saugus High (Hart District).
Does Castaic have fire-insurance issues?
Hillside and wildland-edge parcels carry FHSZ scoring — quote insurance in contingency there; valley-floor tracts are routine. Same discipline as everywhere on the SCV's edges.
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