San Carlos is one of the Peninsula's most beloved family communities, affectionately known as "The City of Good Living" — and for good reason. Its walkable, vibrant downtown along Laurel Street is filled with local restaurants, boutiques, and community gathering spots that give San Carlos a genuine small-town feel despite being minutes from major tech corridors. The San Carlos School District is consistently among the best in San Mateo County, and the community's strong neighborhood associations, active parks, and recreation programs make it a natural choice for families putting down roots. Convenient Caltrain service and easy access to Highway 101 make commuting to San Francisco, Palo Alto, or San Jose effortless. Hillside neighborhoods like White Oaks and Howard Park offer stunning bay views and architectural variety, from classic ranches to newer contemporary builds. San Carlos homes typically range from $1.8M to $3.5M+, offering a compelling value proposition compared to neighboring Menlo Park and Atherton while delivering much of the same Peninsula lifestyle.
San Carlos, known as the “City of Good Living,” offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere with all the conveniences of Silicon Valley. Its lively downtown Laurel Street is lined with shops, restaurants, and cafes, while excellent schools and family-friendly parks make it a top choice for those seeking community. With a variety of housing options ranging from charming bungalows to modern new builds, San Carlos real estate is highly sought after for its balance of lifestyle, location, and long-term value.
30,696 people live in San Carlos, where the median age is 41.6 and the average individual income is $126,162. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around San Carlos, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Lunch Box Ice Cream Truck, Muller Dick, and Camila's West Boutique.
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| Shopping | 0.06 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.79 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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| Active | 0.31 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.72 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.83 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.84 miles | 1 review | 1/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.06 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.69 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.74 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.74 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.79 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.8 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.83 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.84 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.84 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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| Beauty | 0.84 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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San Carlos has 11,331 households, with an average household size of 2.7. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in San Carlos do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 30,696 people call San Carlos home. The population density is 5,015 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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