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Santa Paula, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Paula?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Paula Studio Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Santa Paula 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Santa Paula 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,400 | $2,500 |
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Santa Paula Overview
Santa Paula, CA - what's not to like about it? Small town, ocean breezes, orchards and community, community, community. Everyone knows everyone and the support you will get from that is priceless! Boasting perfect weather and access to shopping, sports and entertainment, the urban feel of Santa Paula living will hook you in! With over 158 apartment rental companies to choose from, you will find the perfect one just for you!
What is the history of Santa Paula?
The City of Santa Paula was originally discovered by the Chumash Indians in the 1800's. After being given to Rancho Santa Paula and Saticoy, the land was divided and made into small farms. Upon the discovery of oil in 1880, the Union Oil Company was formed. The town has long been known for its film industry draw and you can catch film crews working even today. Avocado and citrus are sited as the main staple of distribution.
How is the weather in Santa Paula?
The weather in Santa Paula is one of the main draws to the city. In fact, the annual BestPlaces Comfort Index for Santa Paula is 9.1 (10=best). With a whopping 8 months of temperatures in the 70 - 85 degree range, Santa Paula is paradise. The coldest temps are in December, January and February with the average bottoming out at 42 degrees. If that doesn't impress you, the average rainfall per year is only 16.9 inches - so not much in the way of dreary days!
How do I get around town?
Santa Paula has one airport and 8 train stations with in a 30 mile radius. It is also a walkable city as it scores 63/100. Most people drive individually or carpool and the average travel commute to work is 27 minutes. The percentage of workers who carpool is higher than the national average so maybe you could find a friend to share a ride?
What is the Santa Paula commute like?
The small town of Santa Paula is located just 45 miles outside of Los Angeles. You can easily access the city by taking the 126 Freeway, a connector for the I-5 and 101 Freeways.
What are the local media outlets?
The main newspaper in Santa Paula is the Ventura County Star. This may sound like a small printing press set up in someone's garage but it is actually a very diverse, well-rounded paper that carries local, state, national and world news headlines. You can get information on everything from the local high school football rankings all the way to how Eddie Money's fans are reacting to his death. Then there is the smaller Santa Paula Times with its own Facebook page. There are 42 radio stations within listening distance of the city.
Why live in Santa Paula, CA?
"If the perfect weather isn't enough to make you want to live in the quaint little town of Santa Paula, the reviews people write most certainly will. Comments like ""a small town that comes together in a time of need"" and ""a magnificent town"" are common among the locals. Others note the charm and the rich history of the city. It sounds like an amazing place to live and comes with the added perk of only being a short distance from L.A. and other areas if you have a hankering for something more cultural and big city. As there are many Hispanic people living in the area, there is much diversity and lots of yummy food!"
What Santa Paula landmarks should I see?
Everywhere you look there is history in the citrus growing town of Santa Paula. Museums include The California Oil Museum and the Aviation Musuem of Santa Paula, featuring collections of memorabilia related to the city. At the airport you can feast your eyes on many antique crafts that have been used in films throughout history. You can take a ride on the Fillmore and Western Railroad historic train. There is also Ventura College as well as the Thomas Aquinas College, located on the outskirts of Santa Paula.
What is there to do around Santa Paula?
"If you are ready to get out of your apartment and do something fun, Santa Paula can definitely accomodate. In addition to the Christmas Parade, there are Christmas-centered activities every Thursday evening between Thanksgiving and Christmas. ""Ghost Walks"" are the spooky entertainment during Halloween, coinciding with a children's Halloween parade open to all! If you are a classic car fan, ""Cruise Nights"" held on Main Street every Friday night April - October, will thrill you. Every first Sunday hosts an event at the popular historical airport."
Any annual festivals or Santa Paula events to know?
You can catch the Heritage Valley Festival in September and the Citrus Festival in July. There are art festivals and carnivals galore, so many ways to get outside and enjoy that beautiful weather. Grab your sunscreen and sunglasses to walk to the center of town and you will most likely find one there.
Where are the nearby vacation spots?
Santa Paula is located close to many popular vacation spots. If you aren't looking to spend a lot of money, you can take a ride to the mountains and hike to your heart's content. Or if the beach is your favorite, check out Ventura Pier. A short distance from Santa Paula, you will find Downtown Ventura and Downtown Ojai. Surrounded on either side of the street in both areas are shops, restaurants, art galleries and even a farmer's market. Close by in Valencia is the Six Flags Magic Mountain theme park where you can enjoy a day of fun.
Where is the best place to move in Santa Paula?
If you are looking for luxury apartments, there is no shortage in Santa Paula. Of the many apartment complexes located in and near the city you can find 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom homes, some spotlighting an outdoor green space and hot tub for the residents. Or maybe you prefer a sleek community that features gazebos with barbeque stations for entertaining and real granite countertops. With a plethora of apartments and pricing in Santa Paula and surrounding areas, you will find one you love! Popular areas include Ventura, River Park and Camarillo.
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Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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