Foothill, Monte Sereno, CA
At a glance
Foothill is ranked #2 of 4 neighborhoods in Monte Sereno with an overall score of 4.6/5. Its standout factors are safety (5.0/5, 2nd of 4 in Monte Sereno) and schools (4.7/5), at a median home price of $5.52M, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $544,000. The trade-off is nearby merchants (1.0/5), with prices running about 28% above the Monte Sereno median.
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Set against Monte Sereno’s lower foothills, this quiet pocket rises gently from the valley floor, giving many homes leafy canyon or ridge vistas. Lots are large and irregular, so custom residences sit well back from the road, buffered by tall pines, heritage oaks, and canyon scrub for a comfortably secluded feel. Day‐to‐day life is mostly residential, but residents are under five minutes to Vasona Lake County Park’s trails and lakeside events, as well as downtown Los Gatos shops and dining. Neighborhood kids attend coveted Los Gatos schools, and Highway 17 is just a short hop away, making commutes toward Silicon Valley surprisingly straightforward for such a tucked‐away setting. The vibe is laid‐back and upper‐end: neighbors jog quiet lanes, landscapers keep grounds immaculate, and wildlife sightings (deer, owls, the occasional fox) are common at dusk. You won’t find sidewalks or corner cafés inside the boundary, yet the trade‐off is privacy, mature greenery, and room to expand.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants1.0
Public Spaces4
Curb Appeal4.5
Overall Amenities score: 3.6
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fammatre Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Farnham Charter | Primary | K-5 | |
| Loma Prieta Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Daves Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Argonaut Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Foothill Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Saratoga Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Price Charter Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| C. T. English Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Raymond J. Fisher Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Redwood Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Los Gatos High | High | 9-12 | |
| Saratoga High | High | 9-12 |
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Is Foothill a good place to live?
Foothill ranks 2nd of 4 neighborhoods in Monte Sereno with an overall Houseberry score of 4.6 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (5.0/5) and schools (4.7/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.0/5) and a median home price of $5.52M against the Monte Sereno median of $4.33M.
Is Foothill safe?
Foothill, Monte Sereno scores 5.0 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 2nd of 4 neighborhoods in Monte Sereno.
What do homes in Foothill cost?
The median home price in Foothill, Monte Sereno is $5.52M, compared with $4.33M for Monte Sereno as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $544,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Foothill rising or falling?
The median home price in Foothill, Monte Sereno is down about 8.4% over the past 12 months, from $6.03M to $5.52M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Foothill?
Schools serving Foothill, Monte Sereno include Fammatre Elementary (3.6/5), Farnham Charter (4.0/5), Loma Prieta Elementary (4.2/5), Daves Avenue Elementary (4.6/5) and Argonaut Elementary (5.0/5). 8 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Foothill?
Foothill, Monte Sereno receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 2nd of 4 in Monte Sereno. Summer days run 54° to 84°F and winter days 40° to 60°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 24 inches a year.
Is Foothill walkable to shops and restaurants?
Foothill, Monte Sereno scores 1.0 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.6 out of 5, 3rd of 4 in Monte Sereno.
What is Foothill known for?
Foothill, Monte Sereno is associated with Hillside serenity, Estate‑size lots and Quick town access. Its highest-scoring factors are safety (5.0/5) and schools (4.7/5).
How does Foothill compare to other Monte Sereno neighborhoods?
Foothill ranks 2nd of 4 neighborhoods in Monte Sereno. It ranks 2nd of 4 in Monte Sereno for safety (5.0/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.0/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Monte Sereno are Rose-Andrews and Hillside.
What are the downsides of living in Foothill?
Foothill, Monte Sereno scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.0/5). Its median home price of $5.52M runs about 28% above the Monte Sereno median of $4.33M.
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