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Belmont Real Estate

Belmont | San Mateo County, CA | Hillside Living with Bay Views

$2M–$2.8M
Median Home Price
30 min
LIRR to Penn Station
A
School District Rating
28,000+
Population
Elevation Range
Up to 1,000 ft

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Population & Demographics

Key Demographics

Population: 28,000+

$155K+
Median Income
40 yrs
Median Age
68%
College Degree
60%
Homeownership

Schools & Education

The Belmont-Redwood Shores School District serves K–8 students with strong academic results. High school students attend Carlmont High School in the Sequoia Union HSD, one of the top-performing high schools on the Peninsula.

Math Proficiency75%
Reading Proficiency78%
SchoolLevelRating
Carlmont High SchoolHighA+
Ralston Middle SchoolMiddleA-
Cipriani ElementaryElementary8/10
Nesbit ElementaryElementary8/10

Neighborhoods & Nearby

Belmont Hills

Higher-elevation homes with sweeping Bay and city views, larger lots, and a mix of mid-century ranches and newer custom builds.

Belmont Village

Walkable downtown area centered around Ralston Avenue with local shops, restaurants, and a community feel.

Homeview

Established neighborhood with well-maintained mid-century homes, tree-lined streets, and proximity to Barrett Community Center.

Hallmark / Sterling Downs

Popular family neighborhoods with single-family homes near top-rated Cipriani Elementary and community parks.

Living in Belmont

Transportation

Belmont Caltrain station (~30 min to SF). Access to US-101 and I-280. SFO airport approximately 15 minutes away. SamTrans bus routes serve major corridors.

Dining & Shopping

Belmont Village along Ralston Avenue offers local restaurants, cafes, and shops. El Camino Real corridor has additional dining and retail. Carlmont Shopping Center provides everyday convenience.

Parks & Recreation

Waterdog Lake (popular hiking and trail running destination), Barrett Park and Community Center, Twin Pines Park (home to the historic Ralston Mansion), and Cipriani Park with sports fields.

Healthcare

Sequoia Hospital (Dignity Health) in nearby Redwood City and Kaiser Permanente Redwood City are both within 10 minutes.

Community Events

Belmont Arts and Crafts Fair, summer concerts in Twin Pines Park, annual holiday parade, and community gatherings at the historic Ralston Mansion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Belmont's hillside topography provides some of the best views on the Peninsula. Homes in the Belmont Hills area can have sweeping vistas of the San Francisco Bay, East Bay hills, and even the city skyline. Higher-elevation properties are particularly prized for panoramic views.

Waterdog Lake is a hidden gem in the Belmont hills — a small reservoir surrounded by 150 acres of trails popular with hikers, trail runners, and dog walkers. Multiple trail loops offer varying difficulty levels with Bay views. It is one of Belmont's most beloved outdoor amenities.

The Belmont-Redwood Shores School District serves K–8 students with schools like Cipriani, Nesbit, Fox, and Ralston Middle School. Students attend Carlmont High School (rated A+) in the Sequoia Union HSD. The Redwood Shores portion of the district also includes strong schools.

Belmont has its own Caltrain station providing approximately 30-minute rides to San Francisco. The city is centrally located on the Peninsula between San Francisco and Silicon Valley, with easy access to both US-101 and I-280.

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