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Serene and secluded in San Mateo County
Serene and secluded feeling, yet near the action of the city sums up Emerald Hills, a neighborhood in San Mateo County, about 33 miles from San Francisco. “It has a real country feel to it, which is the main thing that draws people to the neighborhood,” says Dana Cappiello, a Realtor for Sotheby’s International Realty who sells throughout the San Francisco area. “It’s also really safe and the schools are great.”
Opt for a house with a large driveway and multi-car garage in Emerald Lake Hills, CA.
Wait for your dry cleaning while enjoying tacos from Sanchos in Emerald Lake Hills, CA.
Larger estates in Emerald Lake Hills, CA can be found at the top of its winding roads.
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Big homes on big lots
The homes in Emerald Hills are primarily midcentury-era ranch-style, tastefully renovated to maintain their vintage charm while incorporating modern conveniences like new appliances, updated lighting, and open floor plans. Newcomers will also find a variety of custom contemporary builds, each offering unique design elements and plenty of square footage. They sit on large lots — often more than an acre — surrounded by verdant landscaping and tall, mature trees. They perch quiet streets that wind through the hills and often boast picturesque views of the San Francisco Bay. Prices range from $1 million for 1,500 square feet to $5.5 million for 5,700 square feet. Those looking for townhouses and condos can find them in the neighborhood's southeast region, ranging from $845,000 to $902,000 for an average of 1,100 square feet.
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Surround your home in Emerald Lake Hills, CA with a blooming garden.
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Roy Cloud School rates high on Niche
Neighborhood children usually begin their education at Roy Cloud School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade, then move on to Woodside High School, which serves ninth through 12th grade. Both schools rate high on Niche; Roy Cloud has an A-minus rating, and Woodside High has an A rating. Woodside High serves about 1,800 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1. Students interested in robotics can join Team 100, the school’s robotics team that competes with schools worldwide in the annual FIRST Robotics Competition. Kids who want to stay in the neighborhood after graduation can attend Cañada College, a public community college in the neighborhood's southern end. The college offers over 40 programs within three instructional divisions: Humanities & Social Sciences; Business, Design & Workforce; and Science & Technology.
Students in Emerald Lake Hills, CA can enroll at Roy Cloud Elementary School.
Woodside High School STEM center.
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Locals hike at Edgewood Park
For fresh air and exercise, residents can easily access Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, a sprawling 467-acre green space just west of the neighborhood. The park is a big draw for locals and out-of-towners alike, boasting 50,000 visitors yearly; many are drawn to its wildflower displays each spring. Edgewood Trail, which winds throughout the park, offers up-close views of the wildflowers and a moderately challenging hike. Many residents join the Emerald Lake Country Club for its access to swimming at Lower Emerald Lake. Golf enthusiasts tee off at Emerald Hills Golf Course, a public facility offering the “toughest nine-hole course in Northern California.”
Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve is located on Old Stagecoach Rd in Emerald Lake Hills, CA.
Edgewood County Park in Emerald Hills has long hiking trails.
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Root for the 49ers at Canyon Inn
Residents head to nearby Redwood City to shop. They pick up groceries at Whole Foods off Jefferson Avenue, Safeway off El Camino Real or Grocery Outlet off Broadway. Nearby CVS offers home essentials, and bookworms can pick up the latest new release at Barnes & Noble. Dining options are plentiful in Redwood City, too, but many residents stick close to home when they want to dine out, and head to Canyon Inn off Canyon Road. The local favorite has been serving the neighborhood since 1973 and offers burgers, pizza, and Mexican dishes in a cozy, laid-back atmosphere. For more Mexican dishes, Sancho’s Taqueria is a go-to for tacos, burritos and carne asada.
Take in the San Francisco 49ers and Giants memorabilia at Canyon Inn in Emerald Lake Hills, CA.
Canyon Inn is popular local spot for tasty burgers and sandwiches in Emerald Lake Hills, CA.
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Close to I-280
Emerald Hill’s proximity to Interstate 280 makes it a popular neighborhood for those who work in San Francisco and Silicon Valley. This major roadway runs north 33 miles to San Francisco and 42 miles to Oakland. San Jose can be accessed via I-280, about 28 miles southeast of the neighborhood.
Highway 280 is the fastest way to get to San Francisco from Emerald Hills
Emerald Lake Hills, CA is a quiet neighborhood surrounded by large hills and beautiful greenery.
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On average, homes in Emerald Hills, CA sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Emerald Hills, CA over the last 12 months is $3,410,550, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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