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Los Altos

Tree-lined streets, a village-style downtown, and some of the best schools in California — Los Altos is the South Bay's quintessential family town. Most homes began as 1950s–60s ranch houses, though many have been remodeled or rebuilt into modern custom estates. Residents gather at the Thursday farmers' market on State Street, hike the 5,000+ acres of Rancho San Antonio next door, and with Apple, Google, and Stanford all minutes away, homes here are among the most coveted — and competitive — in Silicon Valley. Schools: Los Altos School District (K–8), Mountain View–Los Altos Union High Thinking of buying or selling in Los Altos? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Los Altos homes.
Los Altos Hills

One of California's most exclusive addresses — regularly ranked among America's wealthiest small towns — Los Altos Hills trades sidewalks for riding trails. Oak-studded lots of an acre or more, no commercial development, and strict building guidelines keep it feeling rural despite sitting at Silicon Valley's core. Equestrian paths wind through the hills, and views stretch from the Bay to the Santa Cruz Mountains — privacy this complete, this close to everything, is genuinely rare. Schools: Los Altos School District and Palo Alto Unified serve different neighborhoods; high school via Mountain View–Los Altos Union Thinking of buying or selling in Los Altos Hills? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Los Altos Hills homes.
Mountain View

Home to Google's global headquarters, Mountain View blends tech energy with genuine neighborhood charm. Castro Street's restaurant row anchors a walkable downtown, while housing runs from historic mid-century homes near downtown to modern condos in the fast-growing North Bayshore area. Shoreline Lake and the Stevens Creek Trail offer weekend escapes without leaving town, and Caltrain connects downtown to San Francisco and San Jose. Schools: Mountain View Whisman School District (K–8), Mountain View–Los Altos Union High Thinking of buying or selling in Mountain View? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Mountain View homes.
Palo Alto

The birthplace of Silicon Valley — the HP garage still stands here — Palo Alto pairs historic, tree-canopied streets with the energy of Stanford University. Neighborhoods range from Professorville's landmark homes to Old Palo Alto's grand estates, all feeding the top-ranked Palo Alto Unified schools. University Avenue and California Avenue offer two distinct downtown scenes, and the Caltrain corridor makes San Francisco and San Jose commutes easy. Few addresses carry more prestige — or hold their value better. Schools: Palo Alto Unified School District Thinking of buying or selling in Palo Alto? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Palo Alto homes.
Menlo Park

A charming Santa Cruz Avenue — cafés, boutiques, and a weekly farmers' market — gives Menlo Park a small-town heart with big-league credentials: Meta's headquarters and the famous Sand Hill Road venture capital corridor. Neighborhoods range from Allied Arts' storybook streets to Sharon Heights' hillside estates, many feeding top-rated Menlo Park City schools. With Stanford next door and Caltrain downtown, it draws tech executives and academics alike. Schools: Menlo Park City School District (K–8), Sequoia Union High Thinking of buying or selling in Menlo Park? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Menlo Park homes.
Sunnyvale

Centrally located and comparatively attainable, Sunnyvale is Silicon Valley's practical sweet spot. The Heritage District's walkable Murphy Avenue — the city's original main street — anchors a diverse, family-friendly community, while major employers like Apple, LinkedIn, and Google keep commutes short. Housing spans updated mid-century ranch homes to new townhome communities, and top-rated Fremont Union high schools serve much of the city. Schools: Sunnyvale School District (K–8), Fremont Union High Thinking of buying or selling in Sunnyvale? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Sunnyvale homes.
Cupertino

Home to Apple Park — the "spaceship" campus — Cupertino is synonymous with top-tier schools and family living. Monta Vista, Cupertino, and Homestead high schools rank among California's best, drawing families from across the Bay Area. Tree-lined neighborhoods of updated ranch homes and new construction sit minutes from hiking at Rancho San Antonio and Fremont Older Open Space Preserve. Schools: Cupertino Union School District (K–8), Fremont Union High Thinking of buying or selling in Cupertino? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Cupertino homes.
Atherton

Consistently ranked among America's priciest zip codes, Atherton is Silicon Valley's quiet crown jewel: gated estates on lots of an acre or more, virtually no commercial development, and complete privacy minutes from Stanford and Sand Hill Road. Holbrook-Palmer Park gives residents 22 acres of green at the town's center. For those seeking the ultimate in exclusivity — and long-term value — there is no substitute. Schools: Menlo Park City School District and area elementary districts; Sequoia Union High (Menlo-Atherton High) Thinking of buying or selling in Atherton? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Atherton homes.
Portola Valley

One of the Peninsula's last rural enclaves, Portola Valley trades streetlights for starlight — horse trails wind past redwood groves and sprawling ranch properties. Windy Hill Open Space Preserve offers 1,300+ acres of hiking with Bay views right from town. With virtually no commercial development and a fiercely protected natural character, it attracts those who want country living minutes from Stanford, Sand Hill Road, and top Sequoia Union high schools. Schools: Portola Valley Elementary (pvsd.net, K-8), Sequoia Union High (seq.org). Thinking of buying or selling in Portola Valley? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Portola Valley homes at stellarosh.com/home-search.
Santa Clara

Home to Levi's Stadium, California's Great America, and tech giants like Intel and Nvidia, Santa Clara blends big-city amenities with neighborhood charm. The historic Mission Santa Clara anchors Santa Clara University's beautiful campus, while Central Park and the Ulistac Natural Area offer green escapes. Housing ranges from mid-century ranch homes to new townhome communities, all served by well-regarded Santa Clara Unified schools. Schools: Santa Clara Unified School District (santaclarausd.org, K-12). Thinking of buying or selling in Santa Clara? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Santa Clara homes at stellarosh.com/home-search.
Belmont

Tucked between San Carlos and Redwood City, Belmont offers small-town living with an easy commute — Caltrain downtown, Highways 101 and 280 minutes away. Twin Pines Park's historic manor and gardens anchor community life, while Waterdog Lake Open Space's trails draw hikers and mountain bikers. Tree-lined streets of mid-century ranch homes and updated cottages feed highly rated Belmont-Redwood Shores schools and Carlmont High, making it a family favorite. Schools: Belmont-Redwood Shores School District (brssd.org, K-8), Sequoia Union High (seq.org, Carlmont High). Thinking of buying or selling in Belmont? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Belmont homes at stellarosh.com/home-search.
Los Gatos

With a storybook downtown along North Santa Cruz Avenue — wine bars, boutiques, and a lively restaurant scene — Los Gatos feels like a small town with big advantages. Netflix's headquarters sits here, Vasona Lake County Park and the Los Gatos Creek Trail offer outdoor escapes, and Los Gatos High ranks among the state's best. Victorian and Craftsman homes near downtown give way to hillside estates with views. Schools: Los Gatos Union School District (lgusd.org, K-8), Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High (lgsuhsd.org). Thinking of buying or selling in Los Gatos? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Los Gatos homes at stellarosh.com/home-search.
Saratoga

Nestled in the foothills, Saratoga pairs village charm with cultural pedigree: Hakone Gardens, the Mountain Winery concert venue, and Villa Montalvo's art center. The Big Basin Way village offers wine bars and boutiques, while Saratoga High ranks among California's top public schools. Quiet, tree-lined streets of updated ranch homes and estates make it a magnet for families seeking top schools and a slower pace. Schools: Saratoga Union School District (saratogausd.org, K-8), Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High (lgsuhsd.org). Thinking of buying or selling in Saratoga? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Saratoga homes at stellarosh.com/home-search.
San Carlos

The "City of Good Living" earns its motto: a thriving Laurel Street downtown with restaurants and shops, top-rated schools, and an easy Caltrain commute. Burton Park anchors community life, and the housing mix — charming 1940s bungalows alongside new construction — draws young families settling on the Peninsula. Centrally located between San Francisco and San Jose, it's one of the friendliest hometown feels around. Schools: San Carlos School District (scsdk8.org, K-8), Sequoia Union High (seq.org). Thinking of buying or selling in San Carlos? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse San Carlos homes at stellarosh.com/home-search.
Campbell

Downtown Campbell's walkable Campbell Avenue — restaurants, a popular farmers' market, and year-round festivals — gives this city a genuine community heartbeat. The iconic Pruneyard anchors shopping and dining, VTA light rail connects to the Valley, and housing runs from mid-century ranch homes to modern townhomes at prices comparatively attainable for the area. Campbell Union high schools round out the family appeal. Schools: Campbell Union School District (campbellusd.org, K-8), Campbell Union High (cuhsd.org). Thinking of buying or selling in Campbell? Call or text me at 408-307-2110 — or browse Campbell homes at stellarosh.com/home-search.

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