Buying a home in Los Altos will put you in the company of 37,000 other people who call this small, seven square mile South Bay city, about 40 miles south of San Francisco, home. In the heart of Silicon Valley, this quaint village has a small town atmosphere, cultural attractions, and outdoor diversions.
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Buying a home in Los Altos will put you in the company of 37,000 other people who call this small, seven square mile South Bay city, about 40 miles south of San Francisco, home. In the heart of Silicon Valley, this quaint village has a small town atmosphere, cultural attractions, and outdoor diversions.
Los Altos is located within easy driving distance of the ocean, wine country, skiing in Tahoe, and hiking in Yosemite National Park. The city itself has a number of cultural and outdoor attractions as well. There are a number of city parks, and the downtown area is known for its wonderful shopping boutiques, interesting galleries, and delicious restaurants. It is a wonderful place to live for singles, families, or senior citizens.
Los Altos real estate is a good investment not only because of the city's natural attractions, but also because of its excellent schools. Families in particular are drawn to this town because of the school system's reputation, but excellent schools are an asset all residents can enjoy as it helps ensure stable housing prices.
The city has two high schools, and an average of 99% of high school seniors graduate and approximately 93% go on to pursue higher education. Like many South Bay cities, Los Altos real estate was initially purchase for weekend homes by San Francisco's elite. However, it has quickly grown to become one of the most vibrant and thriving cities in the area.
In February 2010, the average home sales price for a single family home or condo in Los Altos was $1,614,517. While this data is collected from the MLS and deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed.
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