Morgan Hill is a small city of about 45,000 residents that offers residents the opportunity to live a quiet, suburban lifestyle while still being close to Silicon Valley's employers and urban amenities. Its population grew by about 1,200 between 2000 and 2020, which led to heavy restrictions on development to keep housing costs down. “Morgan Hill is about 23 miles south of downtown San Jose; as a bedroom community near the mountains, you’ll find a lot more outdoor activity in this area,” says Linda Baker, a local Realtor and founder of Milestone Realty. “The city’s downtown is very vibrant, and it’s a very defined downtown area compared to other cities in Santa Clara County.” Like much of Santa Clara County, the history of Morgan Hill is intertwined with agriculture; traditionally, it’s been known for its mushrooms, and every year there’s a festival called Mushroom Mardi Gras. The city also has numerous vineyards, wineries and community farms like the award-winning Andy’s Orchard.
Suburban homes hover around $1.4 million
Many of Morgan Hill’s residential corridors are part of planned suburban-style developments lined with sidewalks and single-family homes. While some houses date back to the early 20th century, most were built in the late 1900s and beyond. “Morgan Hill has very defined neighborhoods, and the construction is generally newer compared to San Jose, but the downtown area does have some older components,” Baker says. In late 2024, the median home sale price in Morgan Hill hovered just under $1.4 million, with most single-family homes ranging from about $800,000 to $3.5 million. Although high, Morgan Hill’s median is still lower than the median home price of nearby San Jose. These homes come in various new traditional styles, some with Mediterranean features. Lots often hover under a quarter of an acre, although some properties on the city’s outskirts span multiple acres. Morgan Hill is also home to a handful of townhome communities where units typically cost between $700,000 and $1.2 million.
Townhomes of Crossings on Monterey can be found in Morgan Hill.
Find large estates on the rural edges of Morgan Hill.
Castillo's Hillside Shire Winery has a large mansion estate in Morgan Hill.
Two-story new traditional Homes still harken to the rural roots of Morgan Hill.
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Students served by Morgan Hill Unified School District
The Morgan Hill Unified School District serves more than 8,000 students in kindergarten through 12th grade while maintaining an overall B-plus rating on Niche. The district has 14 academic institutions, including eight elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools, and it oversees the Morgan Hill Community Adult School, a continuing education institution where adults can receive their high school diploma.
Learning flourishes at Barrett Elementary School.
Live Oak High School offers different academic programs to help your child.
Ann Sobrato High School is part of the Morgan Hill Unified School District.
Martin Murphy Middle School fosters academic excellence in Morgan Hill
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Year-round outdoor recreation at state and city parks
Morgan Hill encompasses 30 parks and recreational facilities; it’s also surrounded by rural outdoor destinations like the 2,275-acre Anderson Lake County Park and 232-acre Chesbro Reservoir County Park. Morgan Hill Community Park has eight tennis courts, multiple athletic fields, two dog parks and a skate park. It sits next to the Centennial Recreation Center, where locals can take swim lessons and participate in group exercise classes. Chesbro Reservoir County Park is a popular spot for fishing and cyclists in western Morgan Hill near the Santa Cruz Mountains. On the opposite side of the city and anchored by its eponymous reservoir, Anderson Lake County Park includes 15 miles of paved trails and wildlife observation areas. Anderson Lake borders Henry W. Coe State Park, which, at 87,000 acres, is Northern California’s largest state park. The region’s Mediterranean climate means that locals can enjoy outdoor recreation all year round.
Explore the serene beauty of Anderson Lake County Park.
The views of Henry Coe State Park is breathtaking and worth visiting in Morgan Hill.
There are park benches at Henry Coe State Park for your family to enjoy.
Storing memories at Coyote Ranch Park.
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A defined downtown offers local shopping and dining
Most shopping and dining in Morgan Hill can be found along Monterey Highway and Dunne Avenue. At the center of the city, downtown Morgan Hill is a pedestrianized community hub where locals can enjoy a year-round farmers’ market, numerous holiday events and a weekly live music series hosted on Friday nights. “There’s such cute store shopping and many neighborhood restaurants downtown – it’s not filled with chain stores and the like. For chains, you’ll find those in the shopping centers around Morgan Hill,” Baker says. Strip malls on the outskirts of town are home to grocery stores, national retailers like T.J. Maxx and big box stores like Walmart and Target. Baker notes that although the city is home to a few office complexes, many residents are commuters who work at major employers in Silicon Valley and San Jose.
Trail Dust BBQ offers delicious meats in Downtown Morgan Hill.
Mohi Farm offer healthy meals in Morgan Hill.
Bubbles and Brew is a great family diner in Morgan Hill
Tj Maxx has a lot of products that fit your budget.
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Downtown has the low-down on events
Multiple events take place in Morgan Hill’s downtown area, like the Blues Festival in September and the Wine Stroll in April. The Wine Stroll features wine from 20 different area wineries and live music. There’s also an amphitheater downtown that hosts a free Friday night music series from June to August.
Auto & Artisans showcase their beautiful cars in Morgan Hill.
Stroll through the Morgan Hill Christmas Market for unique gifts and local crafts.
Unwind with live performances every Friday in Morgan Hill.
Chicken is sold at the Morgan Hill Farmers Market.
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Getting to Silicon Valley by car or train
Morgan Hill is split down the middle by U.S. Route 101, a main artery that travels up into San Jose and throughout Silicon Valley. Because it’s the only major highway leading to Silicon Valley, traffic builds up quickly. For those looking to avoid spending rush hour in their car, downtown Morgan Hill has a train station where people can board the Caltrain, a commuter rail service that stops at major employers throughout the Bay Area. The Valley Transportation Authority, or VTA, operates bus services throughout the city, and San Jose Mineta International Airport is just under 25 miles north of Morgan Hill, offering dozens of direct commercial flights.
Low crime in Morgan Hill
According to the Morgan Hill Police Department, incidents of crime remained relatively stable between 2022 and 2023. Approximately 80% of reported crimes in both years were property-related incidents and crimes against society, which includes offenses like narcotic violations. Morgan Hill’s property-related and violent crime rates are lower than state and national levels.
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On average, homes in Morgan Hill, CA sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Morgan Hill, CA over the last 12 months is $1,285,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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