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Los Altos : A Town with a Legacy

Once a brief train stop between San Francisco and the Coast, Los Altos is now a magnet for people seeking great schools, a warm community and a prestigious location to call home. The charming village is often the site of holiday celebrations and seasonal events. The History Museum offers regular exhibits to showcase the rich history of the apricot groves and railroad barons that once dominated this little town. With a population of approximately 30,000 people, Los Altos remains a tight knit community that preserves it’s rich heritage with many landmarks and historical homes.

Why choose the Los Altos Real Estate Market?

  • Property values: Though there are occasional adjustments to the market activity and prices soften at times, Los Altos Real Estate offers a solid investment over time.

  • Exceptional Schools: All of the elementary and middle schools have received statewide recognition, and the high schools rank in the top 2% nationally (U.S.News & World Report).

  • Outdoor Activities: Well-maintained parks, baseball and soccer fields are strategically located throughout the town to provide local outdoor facilities to each neighborhood.

  • Diverse Educational Options: The local Recreation Department has a broad range of offerings for all ages from youth AYSO to Senior walks and yoga classes. There are classes in Mandarin, Spanish and bonsai gardening.

  • Accessibility: Los Altos once had a Train Depot along the route where we now have Foothill Expressway. This thoroughfare offers easy access to freeways, hospitals and major roads that link to the neighboring towns. To the north is Central Expressway, and the Cal Train stop that connects San Francisco to San Jose.

What’s Important When Purchasing Los Altos Real Estate?

  • Though all of Los Altos is desirable, there area distinctions that creates some irregularity in pricing. The southern section of the town is served by the Cupertino School District through middle school and the Fremont High School District. The ‘Country Club’ area is still unincorporated and under the jurisdiction of the Sheriff’s office.

  • Zoning Laws: As with many of the smaller towns in California, there is controversy over the new mandates for these towns to meet their Required Number of Housing Units (RNHA). To meet these numbers, Los Altos must utilize every bit of land to the maximum. Therefore, we are destined to build denser housing.

  • Property Condition: A minor remodel may call for replacement of all plumbing fixtures and utility companies have their own schedules. Be wary of any assumptions that it is easy to just redo a house.

  • Amenities: Proximity to schools and ‘walkability’ is often key to the desirability of a home. The draw of Los Altos real estate is that there are convenience stores, coffee houses and nice parks throughout the town. It is also very close to El Camino Hospital and Stanford Medical Center.

  • Consult a Los Altos Realtor for current information on what is happening with all of the above.

Los Altos is a great town to grow up in (ask Jack) and raise a family or enjoy one’s later years (ask Denise)! We love our town and welcome you all to our home.

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Upcoming events

  • Wallace Stegner’s Literary Legacy on Exhibit at Museum

    Wallace Stegner’s Literary Legacy on Exhibit at Museum

    Nov 10, 2022 - Mar 5, 2023

    Thurs-Sun, noon-4pm

    Los Altos History Museum opens a companion exhibit to its outdoor exhibition on Wallace Stegner, this time focusing on the Pulitzer Prize-winning author's legacy on the creative writing world, and the Los Altos area in particular.

    Co-produced by The Bill Lane Center for the American West at Stanford University, 'A Society to Match its Scenery: Wallace Stegner's Local Legacy' is on display in the J. Gilbert Smith House Nov 10, 2022 - Mar 5, 2023. The exhibit will feature photographs of Stegner during the time he lived in Los Altos Hills, a collection of first editions and autographed copies of his books, and a reading nook.

    The Museum's outdoor exhibit, 'Wallace Stegner: A Path to Conservation,' concentrates on Stegner's work in protecting wild places and preserving the landscape. Visitors stroll the Conservation Pathway around the Museum using QR codes with Smartphones to hear recordings of, and about, Stegner.

    The J. Gilbert Smith House is open Thurs-Sun, noon-4pm.

    Admission is free.

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  • Valentine’s Choco-Stroll

    Valentine’s Choco-Stroll

    Saturday, February 11th @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    No tickets necessary. Just stroll the shops of Downtown Los Altos while discovering unique gifts and sweet samples along the way. Shop a selection of chocolatiers to find just the right sweets for your sweetheart.

    Current Participating Chocolatiers include:

    Gourmet Works

    The Sweet Shop

    Ashby Confectionary

    Timothy Adams Chocolates

    The Glaza Shop

    Baker’s Hot Chocolate

    Holy Chocolate

    L’Amourette Chocolat

    Dandelion Chocolate

    Laderach

    San Jose Candy Kitchen

    See’s Candies

    Charlotte Truffles

    Sweet Torta

    Current Participating Businesses include:

    State Street Market 170 State Street

    Red Berry Coffee Bar 145 Main Street

    BK Collections 342 State Street

    Tal Palo 149 Main Street

    Therapy Salon 199 Second Street

    MADSEN 351 Main Street

    Repeter 308 State Street

    Bevri 325 Main Street

    Waggin’ Tails 386 State Street

    Sweet Diplomacy 209 First Street

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  • St. Paddy’s Beer Stroll

    St. Paddy’s Beer Stroll

    Friday, March 17th @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Stroll Downtown Los Altos while sampling some of the area’s best craft beers and enjoying live music during the St. Paddy’s Beer Stroll. Presented by the Los Altos Village Association and sponsored by State Street Market.

    What’s included:

    Wristband, free collectible glass and map to all the tasting sites. Tasting is free with your ticket purchase.

    When and Where to Check-in

    Check-in will open at 5:00 pm (event begins at 6 pm) so you can come early to avoid long lines and grab a bite at one of our great restaurants before heading out to taste beer.

    Check-in locations: We will have two check-in locations for your convenience.

    1) In Veterans Community Plaza at the intersection of Main and State Streets.

    2) TBD

    Please do not forget your ID, as we will check ID for ALL attendees.

    Food

    Please drink responsibly and taste on a full stomach! Unfortunately, Health Dept. rules do not allow food in non-restaurant tasting sites. We open check-in an hour ahead of time so you can relax and get some bites at one of our great restaurants before the event.

    Parking

    Please consider taking a yellow cab or Uber or Lyft to the event instead of driving. If you do drive to the event, please note that no ticket is needed for designated drivers accompanying you who will not be tasting. Free public parking is available throughout Downtown Los Altos

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