Silicon Valley city with close access to Google and Apple
Located in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains in Santa Clara County, Saratoga is a quiet community near the major tech companies of Silicon Valley. “The main reason someone would move there is proximity to the tech industry with Google, Apple and more right there,” says Olesia Woodward of Intero Real Estate Services, who has a decade of experience in the area. “But with the mountains right there and so many trails running through the city, you don’t necessarily feel like you are in a tech hub.” Besides its location near the mountains and some of the biggest tech companies in the world, Saratoga also offers a variety of housing styles, top-rated schools and access to fine dining. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Saratoga had just under 30,000 residents in 2023.
The Santa Cruz Mountains give Saratoga amazing views.
Saratoga sits just minutes from Apple’s stunning campus.
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Modern Craftsman homes in the millions
Single-family homes in Saratoga have a median price of $4.2 million. “There are a few condos, but it’s almost all single-family homes in the area and the lots are larger than you’ll find in most surrounding cities,” says Lisa Sgarlato of Compass Realty, who has over 15 years of experience in the area. “It’s really beautiful architecture and well-kept tree-lined streets.” Modern Craftsman homes, ranch-style builds from the turn of the century and massive mansions with over 6,500 square feet from the 2000s are all available. “You can live in Quito Village or The Golden Triangle and it’ll feel more suburban, but there’s also plenty of seclusion closer to the mountains,” says Sgarlato. Woodward adds that prices in Saratoga are typically 10-15% higher than similar surrounding cities because of lot sizes.
Saratoga offers upscale townhomes with a natural aesthetic and elegant design.
Tech professionals and families alike love the charm of Saratoga’s Golden Triangle.
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Saratoga High earns A-plus grade
Kids in the city attend the Saratoga Union School District. The district, rated B-plus by Niche, includes three elementary schools and one middle school. Teens head to the Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Unified High School District, which has an A-plus rating. Most students attend Saratoga High, which was named by Niche the 12th-best public high school in the state. The 2024 graduating class had 33 National Merit Semifinalists. “The schools are a huge reason that families move to Saratoga,” says Woodward. “This is a town that values education.”
Saratoga Elementary Is committed to challenging students at every level.
Redwood Middle School is committed to a safe environment for a diverse education.
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Miles of trails at Sanborn Community Park
Surrounded by the Santa Cruz Mountains, Saratoga has plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities. In town, there are 15 city-sponsored parks; the largest is Quarry Park, which spans 68 acres and offers miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. Tucked into the mountains, just south of the city is the 3,500-acre Sanborn Community Park, which offers plenty of paved and unpaved trails for hikers and horseback riders. The park also has a lake for fishing and plenty of campgrounds. The Saratoga Country Club is located on the northwest side of the city, offering an 18-hole golf course, practice ranges and a full pro shop. Members can also play pickleball and tennis or swim in the Olympic-sized pool.
The stunning Santa Cruz Mountains blanket Saratoga.
Horseback riding is a popular hobby in Saratoga.
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Fine dining along Highway 9
Like much of the Bay Area, Saratoga is big on wine. The city has an extensive wine scene, including bars and vineyards; Mountain Winery, House Family Vineyards and Cooper-Garrod Vineyards are all on the western side of the city. Fine dining spots including Plumed Horse and La Fondue and more wine bars are located along Highway 9; there are no shopping malls in Saratoga, but the Westgate Center in Castro has all the big box stores that residents associate with convenience. For more retail options, San Jose is 11 miles down the road.
Plumed Horse is a popular restaurant in the Saratoga area.
Westgate Mall offers many retail options in The Golden Triangle area in Saratoga.
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Crime well below national averages
According to the FBI, property and violent crime rates in Saratoga are far below national and state averages. The City of Saratoga reported a decrease in crime each year since 2019.
Mild weather year round
Saratoga experiences mild summers and winters. Summer heat can reach up to 80 degrees, and in the wintertime, the temperature can drop to the low 40s.
Interstate 280 to San Jose
Locals can hop on Valley Transportation Authority buses to move quickly through all of Silicon Valley. Commuters can hop on Interstate 280 and drive 12 miles northeast to San Jose, which also has the nearest major airport. Access to San Francisco is available via I-280, 50 miles northwest.
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