Belmont tolls for you!

Take a look inside these hot properties in one of the most popular Peninsula neighborhoods. Belmont’s small-town ambiance sets it apart as a tranquil, safe and desirable place to live.

Sunnyvale considers a property transfer tax

Something for your radar if you’re thinking about buying or selling in Sunnyvale: 63% of city voters supported a potential property transfer tax in a recent poll. This means the tax could be headed to the November ballot. San José Spotlight has more details.

DIY (Do Internet Yourself)

Ever get tired of slow loading speeds? Some residents in Los Altos Hills did, so they built their own fiber network that they say is 125 times faster than the median download speed in Santa Clara County. The Merc has the story.

National Neighbor Day

These days, neighbors mostly get to know each other through comments on Nextdoor. But it wasn’t always like this. Before social media and social distancing, there were block parties and neighborhood watch groups. Let’s bring that vibe back again for National Neighbor Day!

Market Update - Willow Glen

Willow Glen is known for tree-lined residential streets, shopping along bustling Lincoln Avenue, great schools, and friendly neighbors. Casual dining options include family-friendly restaurants, bakeries and pizzerias, and the neighborhood frequently holds downtown festivals, including art and wine walk events.

The Geek already did his Number Talk for this week, but we want to share some recent stats from local listings (see below). As in many Bay Area neighborhoods, homes are staying on the market in Willow Glen a little longer these days, and there are more homes up for sale.

If you’re on a budget of about $2M, and looking for a decent size home in the San José area, this gem of a neighborhood might be the perfect fit at the right time. Check our Properties page for a look at some listings.