off campus housing

CALARTS
OFF CAMPUS HOUSING
COMMUNITY REFERENCE GUIDE FOR
OFF-CAMPUS RESIDENCY
CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF THE ARTS 24700 McBean Pkwy, Valencia, CA 91355 | calarts.edu
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome to Santa Clarita, California
Apartments in Santa Clarita
Rental Listing Database
Storage and Moving Companies
Shopping & Entertainment
Useful Phone Number and Websites
Transportation
Map of Santa Clarita
Map of Los Angeles
California Institute of the Arts
Housing Office
24700 McBean Parkway
Valencia, CA 91355
661-253-7897
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WELCOME TO SANTA CLARITA
Welcome to Santa Clarita, California, home of California Institute of the Arts, affectionately known as CalArts.
Living in Santa Clarita can be very rewarding and enjoyable, but deciding where to live can be stressful. This guide
is designed to provide information to help create a smooth transition of your relocation to Santa Clarita.
CalArts is located approximately 30 miles north of downtown, Los Angeles. The Santa Clarita Valley consists of
five communities: Valencia, Newhall, Canyon Country, Castaic and Saugus. Stevenson Ranch, located adjacent to
Valencia, is a township of the Santa Clarita Valley. The entire Santa Clarita Valley is expanding rapidly, both in
industry and population; therefore, affordable housing is at a premium.
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Valencia is a planned community in which CalArts is located. This community consists of single family
homes, condominiums and as well as newer apartments.
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Newhall is the oldest section, located approximately two miles southeast of Valencia. Housing consists
of a variety of small single-family homes, small guest houses, older apartment buildings and some
newer condominiums. This is a popular area for students to find off-campus housing.
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Canyon Country is located approximately eight miles east of campus. It also offers a mixture of new
and older homes, condominiums and apartments for rent.
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Castaic is located approximately 10 miles north of Valencia. This area has a limited number of
apartment buildings. Some trailer homes may be available for rent.
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Saugus offers the same housing options as Canyon Country. It is approximately five miles north east of
CalArts.
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Stevenson Ranch is located directly west of CalArts (just across the 5 freeway). It is a newer
community that includes some apartments and condominiums. The area consists mostly of single-family
homes. Rents are higher in Stevenson Ranch than in other areas.
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Val Verde is another popular area for off-campus housing. Students interested in a quiet, rural
community will find small houses for rent. Val Verde is approximately 10 miles northwest of CalArts off
Highway 126.
If you choose to live outside the local area, an automobile or motorcycle for freeway travel is necessary. Our
community does not have convenient 24-hour public transportation that serves the San Fernando Valley and Greater
Los Angeles area.
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APARTMENTS IN SANTA CLARITA
Important information regarding off-campus residency:
Listed below is a sampling of apartment complexes that are either within walking distance to the CalArts campus or
located along a bus route. The Student Housing Office and apartment property managers receive an overwhelming
number of applicants prior to the start of a semester. Space is limited, therefore it is best to contact these entities
for more specific information and apply for residency as early as possible.
Please note:
Rates are subject to change without notice. While we try to keep posted information current, these listings provide
general information about the apartments, not specific availabilities. CalArts does not inspect these facilities and
is not making any specific recommendations or endorsements in their regard. Prior to signing a lease, please
understand that it is a binding contract. Be sure to read carefully, take note of and inquire about any part of the
contract that is unclear or of which you may be hesitant.
PARC CHATEAUX APARTMENTS
24979 Constitution Avenue, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
661-254-6400
Located 1.2 miles from campus
Offers a 3–24 month lease
$150 hold fee required—applied toward security deposit once application is approved.
apartment size
1 Bed, up to 3 people
2 Bed, up to 5 people
square feet
835 – 1100
1100 – 1200
monthly rent
$1565 – 1650
$1815 – 1850
security deposit
$200
$400
MOUNTAIN TERRACE APARTMENTS
25399 The Old Road, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
661-287-9060
Located 1.6 miles from campus
Offers 1–15 month lease
$100 hold fee required—applied toward security deposit once application is approved.
apartment size
1 Bed, up to 3 people
2 Bed, up to 5 people
3 Bed, up to 7 people
square feet
611 – 710
947 – 1031
1141
monthly rent
$1376 – 1465
$1734 – 1946
$2162 - 2216
security deposit
$475
$475
$475
NORTHGLEN APARTMENTS
23516 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia, CA 91355
661-255-0383
Located 2.6 miles from campus
Offers a 2–24 month lease
$175 hold fee required—applied toward security deposit once application is approved.
apartment size
1 Bed, up to 3 people
2 Bed, up to 5 people
square feet
835 – 1100
1100 – 1200
monthly rent
$1565 – 1650
$1815 – 1850
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security deposit
$475
$550
STONECREEK APARTMENTS
23855 Arroyo Park Drive, Valencia, CA 91355
877-873-2383
Located 1.4 miles from campus
Offers 9 – 13 month lease
$100 hold fee required—applied toward security deposit once application is approved.
apartment size
1 Bed, up to 3 people
2 Bed, up to 5 people
monthly rent
$1340 – 1455
$1575
square feet
800 – 883
937
security deposit
$400
$400
THE VILLAGE
23700 Valle Del Oro, Santa Clarita, CA 91321
661-257-1125
Located 4.4 miles from campus
Offers a 12 month lease term
Contact for latest hold fee, which is applied to security deposit once application is approved.
apartment size
2 Bed, up to 5 people
3 Bed, up to 7 people
square feet
793 – 997
1113
monthly rent
$1225 – 1335
$1644
security deposit
$500
$500
SKYCREST
27800 McBean Parkway, Valencia CA 91354
661-263-0404
Located 4.4 miles from campus
Offers a 2–12 month lease
$175 hold fee required—applied toward security deposit once application is approved.
apartment size
1 Bed, up to 3 people
2 Bed, up to 5 people
square feet
620 – 760
1050 – 1055
monthly rent
$1460
$1650
security deposit
$475
$550
CANYON RIDGE
23645 Meadowridge Drive, Santa Clarita, CA 91321-4207
855-410-1449
Located 4.6 miles from campus
Offers a 2–12 month lease
Contact for latest hold fee, which is applied to security deposit once application is approved.
apartment size
1 Bed, up to 3 people
2 Bed, up to 5 people
square feet
700
1000
monthly rent
$1125 – 1325
$1315 – 1675
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security deposit
$500 – 600
$500 – 600
RENTAL LISTING DATABASE
Access the CalArts Off-Campus Housing database online.
Our Rental Listing Database provides many resources to assist in your search for off-campus housing. The listings
posted on our “Housing Offers” database consist of local units available for rent. The “Housing Seekers” database is
for students who wish to connect with other students also looking for roommates.
Because there are many students in need of off-campus housing, it may benefit your search to create your own post
under “Housing Seekers”. That will help to ensure that you are living with other CalArts students; the rental fees
will decrease if more students share the unit.
The CalArts Off-Campus rental listing database is only a referral service provided by CalArts. CalArts does not
investigate, endorse, or guarantee the accuracy of any listing referrals, the quality of the facility listed, the listing
individuals or the companies and firms listed on our Off-Campus Housing website. Responsibility for any agreement
you may enter into rests solely between or among the parties involved. A listing on our website does not imply
CalArts’ approval or endorsement of any listed party or resident site. The Off-Campus Housing Program is unable to
search for or secure an apartment on behalf of students, faculty or staff.
STORAGE AND MOVING COMPANIES
IN SANTA CLARITA
Camelot Moving & Storage
661-255-3112
Storage Center of Valencia
661-263-1999
EZ Access Self Storage
661-255-2800
Affordable Quality Moving & Storage
661-254-7823
Matthew’s Moving & Storage
661-284-6350
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SHOPPING AND ENTERTAINMENT
Santa Clarita Valley offers an idyllic lifestyle: a Mediterranean climate with close proximity to the ocean, mountains,
desert and everything Los Angeles has to offer.
Westfield Town Center
Westfield Valencia Town Center, offering a two-story indoor shopping facility as well as two high-end outdoor
shopping districts, serves as Santa Clarita’s premier lifestyle destination. Experience the finest in shopping and
dining as well as a year-round calendar of special events.
Old Town Newhall
Old Town Newhall historic Western charm, points of interest, unique boutique shopping and a pedestrian-friendly
Main Street with sidewalks of fame, commemorating western movie, television and music stars.
Valencia Marketplace
Valencia Marketplace spans nearly a mile parallel to and just west of Interstate 5 on The Old Road between McBean
Parkway and Lyons Avenue in Valencia. It features some of the most popular brand-name stores. The Marketplace is
approximately 0.6 miles from the CalArts campus.
Santa Clarita Visitor Guide Websites:
Santa Clarita Guide
Santa Clarita Visitor Guide (e-pamphlet)
Santa Clarita Tourism Office
USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS AND WEBSITES
UTILITIES
Southern California Edison (Electric)
Gas Company
Time Warner Cable (TV and Internet)
AT&T (TV, Internet, Telephone)
800-684-8123
800-427-2200
888-892-2253
800-222-0300
MEDICAL CENTERS
Henry Mayo Hospital
Facey Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
661-253-8000
Several Locations
888-778-5000
AIRPORTS
Los Angeles Int’l Airport (LAX)
Bob Hope–Burbank Airport
Ontario Int’l Airport
John Wayne–Orange County Airport
310-646-5252
818-840-8840
909-937-2700
949-252-5200
CALARTS
On-Campus Housing
Off-Campus Housing
661-253-7897
661-253-2212
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TRANSPORTATION
Santa Clarita Public Transportation
661-294-1287
Local Schedule (within Santa Clarita)
Commuter Schedule (outside of Santa Clarita)
Yellow Star Taxi
661-288-7800
Yellow Cab Company
661-260-2227
Metro
323-466-3876
Super Shuttle
800-258-3826
Prime Time Shuttle
800-733-8267
Van Nuys Fly Away Shuttle
818-994-5554
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MAP OF SANTA CLARITA
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MAP OF LOS ANGELES
Try to avoid traffic by checking live traffic reports:
Here
Sigalert
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