Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $6.81M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Overvalued
    $355k(2)
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -1%(2)

(2) City data used

At a glance

Sobey is ranked #21 of 28 neighborhoods in Saratoga with an overall score of 4.0/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.7/5, 22nd of 28 in Saratoga) and curb appeal (4.5/5), at a median home price of $6.81M, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $828,000. The trade-off is nearby merchants (0.9/5), with prices running about 62% above the Saratoga median.

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Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Estate-size lots, Country-lane quiet, Oak-shaded streets

Sobey unfolds along a winding stretch of Sobey and Gypsy Hill Roads, where expansive parcels step up gentle foothill slopes beneath heritage oaks. Homes range from 1970s ranch estates to newer custom Mediterraneans, each set well back behind gated drives and split-rail fences. Long setbacks, meandering creeks, and the absence of sidewalks give the area a distinctly rural flavor despite its Saratoga address. Inside the boundary, everyday amenities are limited to the equestrian stables and hobby vineyards that dot larger lots. West Valley College and its weekend farmers’ market sit just outside the northwest edge, providing fresh-produce stalls, walking tracks, and open fields within a two-minute drive. Beyond that, residents rely on El Camino Real or downtown Saratoga for dining and errands, meaning nearly every trip starts in the car. Ravenwood Park and Gardiner Park bookend the north side for quick playground runs, but trail systems and coffee shops are otherwise off-site. Life here centers on privacy and space. Even with Highway 9 nearby, traffic stays light, and nights are notably dark and quiet. Large backyards host sport courts, pools, and the occasional barn, and mature trees hide most structures from street view. Buyers drawn to country ambience, generous acreage, and Saratoga’s top public schools tend to see Sobey as a evergreen hold.

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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    0.9

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.5

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    4.5

Overall Amenities score: 3.4

Neighborhood Weather

80%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 80% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Sobey ranks 12th of 28 for sunshine in Saratoga, and it out-suns roughly three quarters of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is August, averaging 84° highs, and it gets about 22 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
85°65°45°25°JFMAMJJASONDAug 84°
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Rank in Saratoga
12th of 28
Across the Bay Area
75th percentile
Rain per year
22 in
Warmest month
Aug 84° avg high
Summer day
54° → 83°F
Winter day
40° → 60°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Fammatre Elementary PrimaryK-5
Farnham Charter PrimaryK-5
Argonaut Elementary PrimaryK-5
Foothill Elementary PrimaryK-5
Saratoga Elementary PrimaryK-5
Campbell School of Innovation PrimaryK-8
Marshall Lane Elementary PrimaryK-5
Price Charter Middle Middle6-8
Redwood Middle Middle6-8
Rolling Hills Middle Middle5-8
Westmont High High9-12
Saratoga High High9-12

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

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Sobey FAQs10 answers

Is Sobey a good place to live?

Sobey ranks 21st of 28 neighborhoods in Saratoga with an overall Houseberry score of 4.0 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.7/5) and curb appeal (4.5/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (0.9/5) and a median home price of $6.81M against the Saratoga median of $4.19M.

Is Sobey safe?

Sobey, Saratoga scores 3.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 20th of 28 neighborhoods in Saratoga.

What do homes in Sobey cost?

The median home price in Sobey, Saratoga is $6.81M, compared with $4.19M for Saratoga as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $828,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Sobey rising or falling?

The median home price in Sobey, Saratoga is up about 11.3% over the past 12 months, from $6.12M to $6.81M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Sobey?

Schools serving Sobey, Saratoga include Fammatre Elementary (3.6/5), Farnham Charter (4.0/5), Argonaut Elementary (5.0/5), Foothill Elementary (5.0/5) and Saratoga Elementary (5.0/5). 7 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in Sobey?

Sobey, Saratoga receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 12th of 28 in Saratoga. Summer days run 54° to 83°F and winter days 40° to 60°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 22 inches a year.

Is Sobey walkable to shops and restaurants?

Sobey, Saratoga scores 0.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.4 out of 5, 13th of 28 in Saratoga.

What is Sobey known for?

Sobey, Saratoga is associated with Estate-size lots, Country-lane quiet and Oak-shaded streets. Its highest-scoring factors are schools (4.7/5) and curb appeal (4.5/5).

How does Sobey compare to other Saratoga neighborhoods?

Sobey ranks 21st of 28 neighborhoods in Saratoga. It ranks 22nd of 28 in Saratoga for schools (4.7/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.9/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Saratoga are Parker Ranch and Foothills.

What are the downsides of living in Sobey?

Sobey, Saratoga scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.9/5). Its median home price of $6.81M runs about 62% above the Saratoga median of $4.19M.

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Neighborhood Iamge
Parker Ranch, Saratoga, CA
Overall Score : 4.8
Tucked against the wooded slopes above Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road, Parker Ranch unf... See Full Page
2nd
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Foothills, Saratoga, CA
Overall Score : 4.8
Foothills stretches south of Prospect Road along Pierce, Surrey, and Sarahlinda ... See Full Page
3rd
Neighborhood Iamge
Tollgate, Saratoga, CA
Overall Score : 4.8
Tollgate climbs the wooded folds above Saratoga Village, its narrow roads - Toll... See Full Page

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