Southern California Homebuyers at Fair Oaks Ranch by Pardee Homes Find Wealth of Lifestyle Advantages in Santa Clarita

LOS ANGELES, CA, November 16, 2012 (Press-News.org) Whether it's education for their children, recreation and entertainment for the whole family or simply everyday convenience and friendly neighborhoods, Southern California homebuyers discover these advantages in the master-planned community of Fair Oaks Ranch , now part of Santa Clarita. "The people we worked with at the City have been incredibly welcoming and helpful at every step of annexation," said Ralph Pistone, vice president of construction operations for Pardee Homes Los Angeles/Ventura. "We're delighted to see Fair Oaks Ranch join one of California's best places to call home."

The third largest city in Los Angeles County, Santa Clarita was incorporated in 1987, uniting Canyon Country, Newhall, Saugus and Valencia. Its City Council/City Manager governs Santa Clarita; the Mayor is also a Council member.

Pardee Homes offers new homes in two neighborhoods at Fair Oaks Ranch. From the low $400,000s, LivingSmart Homes designs have approximately 1,846 to 2,432 square feet of living space, and they meet the Gold level of the National Green Building Standard. From the $500,000s, the Crest View new homes provide approximately 3,099 to 3,960 square feet of living space, with desirable customizing choices. Price-included solar power systems highlight both neighborhoods, and are part of Pardee's award-winning LivingSmart brand; its resource-conserving features help homeowners save on utility costs while enjoying year-around comfort and better indoor air quality.

"If you are seeking quality new home design, the convenience of urban connections and the charm of rural living, you need look no further than Fair Oaks Ranch," said Joyce Mason, vice president of marketing for Pardee Homes. "For education, access to work and everyday needs and wonderful leisure time options, Santa Clarita offers it all."

Convenience--Freeway-close location and easy proximity to a Metrolink station help ease commutes for Fair Oaks Ranch residents bound for work each day. Just next door is The Plaza at Golden Valley, with great choices in shopping and dining. Nearby Canyon Country and Valencia provide additional options for shopping, dining and entertainment, fitness centers and services. "Everything we need is either right here at Fair Oaks Ranch or within a short drive," said Mayet Burns, who moved from Granada Hills to Fair Oaks Ranch with her husband Tim and their two children. "With the kids in local schools, we have even less traveling to do--this location simply could not be better."

Schools--Within Fair Oaks Ranch is the K-6 Fair Oaks Ranch Community School, a California Distinguished School in the Sulphur Springs School District. Also within convenient proximity are Golden Valley Community School, La Mesa Junior High and Golden Valley High School, in the William S. Hart Union School District. "It meant a lot to find a California Distinguished School right here in the community for our 6-year old daughter," said Sergio Gonzalez, who moved from the Chicago area to Fair Oaks Ranch with his wife Hanh and their three children.

Parents will also find a wide range of child-care facilities in Santa Clarita and Santa Clarita Valley. These provide preschool, cooperative, school age, year round, infant, parent-toddler, kindergarten and special education services. Also in the Valley are three institutions of higher learning: California Institute of the Arts; The Master's College, a four year liberal arts college; and College of the Canyons, a fully accredited two year community college.

Play--Fair Oaks Ranch residents have great choices for leisure time within the community itself. The 6-acre Fair Oaks Ranch Park is a family hub, with children's play areas, basketball court, picnic tables with barbecues, shade pavilion and pedestrian path. "My son can play basketball, people are always out walking the track and this is a great place to meet people," said Patty Lara, who moved here from Lancaster with her husband Carlos and their four children. "You know, to live in a place where you see people out and about, stopping to greet you and taking time with their kids, is really awesome. Fair Oaks Ranch is like things were when we grew up, and we love it!"

Also close to Crest View and LivingSmart Homes is The Ranch at Fair Oaks Ranch. It features a Junior Olympic-sized swimming pool with expansive deck, shaded barbecue and seating areas, children's play equipment and play lawn and a large common room with full kitchen. A hiking and walking trail, hundreds of acres of open space and the beauty of preserved oak trees further highlight Fair Oaks Ranch.

As part of Santa Clarita, Fair Oaks Ranch residents can also access tennis, racquetball, bowling, hiking, camping, bicycling, horseback riding, jogging, walking and just plain relaxing in one of the dozens of local, state and federal parks. Lake Castaic and five other Valley lakes accommodate water-skiing, boating, swimming, fishing and other water sports. Santa Clarita Valley has two championship golf courses, Six Flags Magic Mountain, the Saugus Train Museum and more. The Pacific Ocean is about an hour away by car, and popular ski resorts are within a two-hour drive.

"Fair Oaks Ranch offers an ideal opportunity to own a great home in a great place," said Mason. "The increase in sales here in just the past few months tells us that area homebuyers agree!"

In addition to excellent financing with Linear Financial, buyers with Pardee Homes can consider the "Smart Move Advantage" program, which provides qualified buyers up to three years of rental income on their existing home. This program is offered through an independent company, exclusively for Pardee homebuyers.

Pardee Homes offers generous broker co-op. Brokers must accompany prospective buyers on the initial visit to a Pardee Homes neighborhood.

To reach Fair Oaks Ranch, take the 5 Freeway to the 14 Freeway North and exit at Via Princessa; turn right to enter Fair Oaks Ranch and left at Lost Canyon Road. Follow signs to model homes. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tues - Sun and 1 to 5 p.m. Mon. Telephone 661-252-2394. www.pardeehomes.com.