Los Altos is one of the most beloved and prestigious residential communities in Silicon Valley, celebrated for its small-town charm, tree-lined streets, and exceptional quality of life. This idyllic city offers a rare combination of outstanding public schools among California's highest-ranked, a walkable downtown village with boutique shops and acclaimed restaurants, and peaceful residential neighborhoods that attract tech executives, families, and long-term Peninsula residents. Despite its quiet, unhurried character, Los Altos sits moments from major employers including Google, Apple, and LinkedIn, making it one of the most sought-after addresses in the Bay Area for professionals seeking a retreat from the tech corridor. With parks, trails, and a true sense of community, Los Altos delivers a lifestyle that is as livable as it is desirable. Homes in Los Altos typically range from $3M to $8M+, reflecting its enduring status as one of Silicon Valley's premier residential cities.
Los Altos, CA combines small-town charm with Silicon Valley convenience, making it one of the Bay Area’s most sought-after markets. With its tree-lined streets, spacious lots, and beautifully maintained homes, Los Altos offers a serene residential feel while being just minutes from major tech campuses. Families are drawn to the area for its top-rated Los Altos schools, vibrant downtown, and strong sense of community. Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, Los Altos real estate delivers lasting value in a neighborhood known as the “Crown of the Peninsula.”
43,666 people live in Los Altos, where the median age is 48 and the average individual income is $147,695. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Los Altos, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cupertino De Anza Lions & SV Sunrise Rotary Club Crab Feed, Moda, and City of Los Altos Recreation Department.
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| Dining · $$ | 1.58 miles | 1 review | 4/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.75 miles | 1 review | 3/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.44 miles | 4 reviews | 2.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.55 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.6 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.62 miles | 2 reviews | 2/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.69 miles | 1 review | 1/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.56 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.56 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.58 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.66 miles | 37 reviews | 4.2/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.69 miles | 6 reviews | 3.7/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.69 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.69 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.7 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.72 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.72 miles | 2 reviews | 3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.72 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.74 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.74 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.75 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.76 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.77 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.77 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Los Altos has 15,284 households, with an average household size of 2.82. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Los Altos do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 43,666 people call Los Altos home. The population density is 2,069 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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