Westridge is Valencia's guard-gated, golf-course community on the west side — higher-end single-family homes wrapped around the Westridge golf course, with Mello-Roos and HOA structure to budget for.
Where it sits and overview
Westridge is an upscale, guard-gated community on the western side of Valencia within the City of Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County. It is organized around the Westridge golf course, with hillside homes enjoying course and valley views.
As part of Valencia in LA County, Westridge taxes and records are administered through the LA County Assessor and LA County Treasurer and Tax Collector.
Home types and price context
Westridge is predominantly larger single-family detached homes, many with golf-course or hillside views. It sits at the higher end of Valencia pricing given the gated setting, golf frontage and newer construction.
Expect both HOA dues and Mello-Roos in many tracts. Verify current pricing with comparables on our property search.
Sub-neighborhoods, tracts and nearby communities
Westridge comprises gated neighborhoods around the golf course; buyers also compare nearby west-side communities:
- Valencia — the broader master-planned community Westridge sits within.
- Stevenson Ranch — adjacent hillside community across I-5.
- Tesoro del Valle — another north-Valencia hillside community (distinct from Tesoro Highlands).
- Gated sub-neighborhoods within Westridge itself, varying by elevation and view.
Schools
Westridge students attend the William S. Hart Union High School District for older grades, with elementary attendance through a local Valencia-area district:
- Newhall School District (serves much of the west Valencia / Westridge area at elementary level)
- William S. Hart Union High School District (junior high and high school)
Attendance areas are assigned by address, not community name. Verify any specific home in our Santa Clarita schools and home zones guide.
Mello-Roos and HOA
Newer master-planned tracts in this area commonly carry Mello-Roos (CFD) special taxes that fund schools, roads and infrastructure. SCV Mello-Roos special taxes run materially higher than Ventura County and vary by tract; confirm the exact special-tax amount for the specific parcel before writing an offer. Westridge also carries HOA dues funding the gate, common areas and amenities; budget HOA and any special tax separately from the base 1% ad valorem rate.
For how SCV CFDs work and how to read a tax bill, see our Mello-Roos by tract guide.
Commute to the LA Basin
This area reaches I-5 and the SR-14 interchange quickly, giving direct LA Basin access; off-peak, much of the San Fernando Valley is roughly 45 minutes via I-5 south through the Newhall Pass. Metrolink's Antelope Valley Line from the Santa Clarita station serves Downtown LA. Peak-hour times run longer.
Our relocation guide maps the I-5 / SR-14 corridor.
Buyer and seller considerations
For buyers
Before writing an offer in Westridge, request the preliminary title report and the property tax bill so you can see any Mello-Roos (CFD) special tax and HOA dues separately from the base 1% ad valorem rate. SCV special taxes run materially higher than Ventura County and vary by tract, so two similar-looking homes can carry very different monthly costs.
- Get pre-approved with payment scenarios that include the special tax and HOA, not just principal, interest, base tax and insurance.
- Confirm the school attendance area for the exact address — boundaries are set by the district, not by city or community name.
- Ask about wildfire hazard zone status and shop insurance early; some SCV hillside parcels sit in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone.
For sellers
Pricing in Westridge rewards accurate, current comparables and clean disclosure. Buyers in this market are payment-sensitive at today's rates (roughly 6.5–7.0% as of 2026, verify), so presenting transparent carrying costs up front reduces fall-out risk.
See our seller guide and buyer guide for the full process, and our first-time buyer guide if this is your first purchase.
Who it fits
Westridge fits buyers who want a guard-gated, golf-oriented community with views and newer higher-end homes, and who are comfortable with HOA dues plus Mello-Roos.
Buyers wanting gated living elsewhere in the SCV may also look at hillside tracts in Tesoro del Valle or Stevenson Ranch.
Service area and how we help
The Brian Cooper Real Estate Team serves the Santa Clarita Valley from our Simi Valley headquarters; we do not maintain a Santa Clarita office. Reach us through our contact page or by phone at (805) 723-2498.
We also work the neighboring Simi Valley market and can compare it candidly with SCV if you are weighing both. If you are relocating, start with our Santa Clarita relocation guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westridge a gated community?
Yes. Westridge is a guard-gated, golf-course community on the west side of Valencia in the City of Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County.
Does Westridge have Mello-Roos and HOA dues?
Many Westridge tracts carry both Mello-Roos (CFD) special taxes and HOA dues. SCV special taxes run materially higher than Ventura County and vary by tract — confirm the exact amount per parcel, and budget HOA separately.
What schools serve Westridge?
High schoolers attend the William S. Hart Union High School District; elementary students attend a Valencia-area district such as Newhall School District. Verify by address.
Is Westridge expensive?
Westridge sits at the higher end of Valencia pricing given its gated, golf-course setting and newer homes. Compare current comparables for specifics.
Does Westridge have a golf course?
Yes. The community is built around the Westridge golf course, and many homes have course or hillside views.
How is the commute from Westridge to LA?
Westridge reaches I-5 quickly; off-peak the San Fernando Valley is roughly 45 minutes, longer at peak. Metrolink is available from the Santa Clarita station.
Is Westridge in Los Angeles County?
Yes. Westridge is part of Valencia within the City of Santa Clarita, in Los Angeles County.
Does the Brian Cooper team have a Santa Clarita office?
No. The Brian Cooper Real Estate Team serves the Santa Clarita Valley from our Simi Valley headquarters; we do not maintain a Santa Clarita office.
