About Monte Sereno
About Monte Sereno
Hillside views, custom homes, and a five minute drive to town.
Monte Sereno is a quiet, residential town of custom homes and leafy streets nestled between Los Gatos and Saratoga. Larger lots, hillside vistas, and a low-key vibe make it feel like a retreat, yet downtown Los Gatos dining, coffee, and services are just minutes away. Trails in El Sereno and Sanborn bring weekend adventure; commutes are simple via Hwy 17/85. Families love the consistently top-rated Los Gatos schools.
- Estate lots
- Custom builds
- Hillside views
- El Sereno / Sanborn
- Top schools
Neighborhood guide
Living in Monte Sereno
Los Gatos blends small-town charm with Silicon Valley access. Historic downtown, top schools, and trailheads in every direction make it a favorite for buyers who want character and convenience.
Downtown & vibe
- Walkable Core
- Boutiques
- Cafés
- Farmers Market
- Wine Bars
Outdoors
- Vasona Lake
- Creek Trail
- Sierra Azul
- Dog Parks
- Dog Parks
Schools
- LGUSD
- LGSUHSD
- Blossom Hill
- Lexington
- Private Schools
Micro-neighborhoods
- Almond Grove
- Glen Ridge
- Blossom Manor
- Belwood
- Lexington Hills
About Monte Sereno
Monte Sereno at a glance
A quiet, residential hillside town next to Los Gatos, Monte Sereno is known for custom homes on larger lots and leafy, low-traffic streets. You’re minutes from downtown Los Gatos for dining and errands, with quick connections to HWY 17/85 and top-rated Los Gatos schools. Trails, open space, and sunset views give it a retreat feel without leaving Silicon Valley.
- Residential-only city (no commercial core)
- Custom homes & estate lots
- Los Gatos schools (LGUSD & LGSUHSD)
- HWY 17 & 85 access
- Trails & open space nearby
