In the heart of Silicon Valley, 10 miles from San Jose, sits the small town of Cupertino, which is driven by one of the world’s largest companies. “When people think Cupertino, they immediately think Apple,” says Soly Retter-Amarilio of Coldwell Banker Realty, who has lived and worked in Cupertino for nearly three decades. The multinational tech company opened Apple Park, its second corporate campus, in Cupertino in 2017. The 360-acre campus houses over 12,000 employees, many who live in Cupertino. However, the town of nearly 60,000 has more to it than just Apple Park. “It’s a fun place to live in because we have people from all around the world,” says Retter-Amarilio. “In my neighborhood, we have people born in China, Israel and India, so you get the real American melting pot experience, and that is seen throughout the town in our grocery stores, restaurants and local events. It’s a very welcoming and fun place to live.” Cupertino is also known for its strong school district, proximity to the Santa Cruz Mountains and temperate year-round climate.
Downtown Cupertino's winding roads hold neighborhood streets that are densely lined with homes.
McClellan sits hillside with its wide winding roads.
Cupertino sits just minutes from Apple’s stunning campus.
Visitors are welcome to check out the Apple Visitors Center in North Cupertino.
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Single-family homes in McClellen
The median price for a single-family home in Cupertino is $3.3 million, while the median townhouse price is $2.8 million. “The prices are higher than some spots in Silicon Valley, but that is due to the larger lot sizes,” Retter-Amarilio states. “You have more room, especially in the northwest part of town.” Downtown Cupertino and North Cupertino, which is home to Apple’s campus, are more likely to have townhouses and condos, while single-family homes and estates are concentrated in neighborhoods like McClellan. “You have some people that have torn down their properties and completely rebuilt, but for the most part it’s still the same ranch-style homes from the 1950s and 60s,” says Retter-Amarilio.
McClellan offers stunning homes with modern designs and top Cupertino schools nearby.
Discover comfort and style in the charming homes of Cupertino.
McClellan homes provide a perfect blend of luxury and convenience in Cupertino.
Families love Cupertino for its safe streets and welcoming community.
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Hiking in Stevens Creek County Park
Surrounded by the Santa Cruz Mountains, Cupertino has plenty of natural recreation space. Stevens Creek County Park spans over 1,000 acres; locals can hike with their leashed pets or mountain bike on the extensive trail system. The park’s 87-acre reservoir is for fishing and kayaking, and locals ride horseback on the 25 miles of mountain trails at Rancho San Antonio County Park & Open Space. The trails are also popular for mountain biking. “People love getting outside. Hiking and bike riding are probably the most popular activities,” says Retter-Amarilio. Golfers hit the links at the 9-hole Blackberry Farm Golf Course; the adjacent Blackberry Farm has community pools, a playground and sand volleyball courts.
Blackberry Farm has a pool in the McLellan neighborhood of Cupertino.
Stevens Creek County Park is a cyclist's paradise for uphill and scenic views when they ride.
Blackberry Farm has a 9-hole Golf Course in Cupertino.
Blackberry Farm is a great place to take hikes in Cupertino.
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Cupertino High has A-plus rating
Kids in the area attend the Cupertino Union School District for elementary and middle school. The district is rated B-plus by Niche. Teens head to the Freemont Union High School District, which has an A-plus rating and was named by Niche as the seventh-best public high school district in California. Cupertino High School has an A-plus overall ranking and opened two new science and language arts buildings in 2017. “They invest a lot in the schools because this is a community where the parents and the kids care about a good education,” says Retter-Amarilio. Cupertino is also home to De Anza Community College and a satellite campus for the University of San Francisco.
Students can take advantage of numerous sports opportunities at Cupertino High School.
Archbishop Mitty High School cultivates excellence in education and character in Cupertino.
The front building of John F. Kennedy Middle School in Cupertino, California.
The front building of Lincoln Elementary School in Cupertino, California.
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Low crime and quick access to highways
According to the FBI, Cupertino’s property and violent crime rates are much lower than national and state averages. The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority provides bus routes for public transportation throughout Cupertino, and international travel is easy with three major airports within 40 miles. The nearest being San Jose Mineta International Airport, 10 miles from town. Interstate 280 runs 10 miles east to San Jose or 46 miles north to San Francisco.
Dining on Main Street
Like many Bay Area towns, Cupertino has a prominent wine scene. The Picchetti Winery, Mountain Winery and Cooper-Garrod Vineyards are all just west of town in the Santa Cruz Mountains. For a meal on the town, locals visit Main Street Cupertino, a multi-use space between Stevens Creek Boulevard and Vallco Parkway. It has high-end steakhouses, Italian restaurants and sushi spots. “We have a lot of Asian-influenced dining and supermarkets, and that kind of reflects the culture here,” says Retter-Amarilio. There are no major shopping malls in town, but Cupertino has plenty of big box stores for grocery needs. More retail can be found down the road in San Jose.
Taiwanese Bistro serve delicious authentic Taiwanese dishes in Cupertino.
Eureka! has plenty of classic drinks and delicious food in Cupertino.
Take a tour through Main Street Cupertino to experience trendy dining and dessert spots.
Philz Coffee is busy with patrons throughout the week in Cupertino.
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Weather in Cupertino
Locals in Cupertino don’t get the full four seasons. Traditionally the temperature stays between the high 50s and low 70s all year round.
On average, homes in Cupertino, CA sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Cupertino, CA over the last 12 months is $2,570,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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