About 25 miles from the ocean, in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, an hour south of San Francisco, and 15 minutes from San Jose, is the lovely upscale town of Saratoga. The city is situated in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains at an elevation of 500 feet.
If you are looking to buy your home in Saratoga, you should note that about 30,000 people live within this 12 square mile city. The weather in Saratoga is usually lovely, with cool winters and summers that boast low humidity. As stated on the city's website: "Saratoga's Mediterranean-like climate is typical of coastal northern California with year-round mild temperatures.
The average temperatures May to October are 50-86 degrees (Fahrenheit) and November to April temperatures are 40 - 65 degrees (Fahrenheit). Rainfall averages 29 inches annually and usually occurs between November and April. Humidity is moderate to low."
Saratoga is the perfect place for singles, families, and seniors alike. Families looking to buy a home in Saratoga will be happy to know that the town's public schools are excellent. The high school boasts above average graduation rates and the great majority of graduates go onto pursue higher education. Specifically, Saratoga High School has 2,391 students and a student teacher ratio of 18:1, 99% of the students graduate from high school, and 98% of those graduates go on to pursue a four year degree.
In October 2007, the average home sales price for a single family home or condo in Saratoga was $1,688,166. While this data is collected from the MLS and deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed.
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