The city is the largest in the south Valley with a population of 34,000 and provides an agricultural, rural setting. Gilroy is located 28 miles south of San Jose, and is close to beaches on the Pacific Ocean and Monterey Bay. Los Altos lies just south of Palo Alto and is 20 miles north of San Jose. The community of 27,300 does not allow industry within its city limits. Los Altos Hills is perhaps the most exclusive area in Santa Clara county with 7,800 people.
Lots require a minimum of one acre.
Los Gatos, a town of 10 square miles, is located on the eastern slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The town is famous for its quaint and charming shops along North Santa Cruz Avenue and in the old Town shopping area. Milpitas is home to 59,750 people, as well as many expanding Silicon Valley businesses. Monte Sereno, which mean peaceful mountain takes its name from its location at the base of El Sereno, a mountain in the Santa Cruz Mountain range. Morgan Hill is located south of San Jose on Highway 101.