Introducing: Foster City

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Foster City literally rose out of the marshes of the San Francisco Bay, on the eastern edge of San Mateo. The city was named after T. Jack Foster, a real estate tycoon who owned much of the land that was forged into the eventual city, and who played a key role in its design. His family firm, Foster Enterprises, is still active in Bay Area real estate today.

Despite being built on engineered landfill, Foster City maintains an extensive 218-acre lagoon that functions as a drainage system and keeps the city from flooding, even during the infamous El Niño rainstorms in the late 1990s. Meanwhile, surrounding cities experienced major drainage problems. (Keep reading for more on Foster City’s innovative flood protections.)

In 2009, Forbes ranked Foster City 10th on their list of America's Top 25 Towns to Live Well. Money magazine has also recognized Foster City as one of the Best Places to Live. Like most of Silicon Valley, it boasts a mild Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers, and cool, wet winters.

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Introducing: Los Gatos

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The Town of Los Gatos is nestled at the base of the Sierra Azules along the southwestern edge of the Santa Clara Valley. Locals and visitors can shop and dine at some of the finest spots the Bay Area has to offer, stroll down the friendly streets of a historic and charming Downtown, enjoy the natural beauty of parks and trails, and take advantage of fun family events that happen year round.

Los Gatos is one of Santa Clara County’s oldest communities, incorporated in 1887 and still retaining its small town charm. Unique architecture, pedestrian-friendly design, and safe neighborhoods make it one of the most desirable locations in the Bay Area real estate market. The town is also an inclusive community with a wide spectrum of ages, family sizes, and incomes.

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Introducing: Alum Rock

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In the heart of East San José, stretching from Downtown to the foothills, Alum Rock is one of the oldest established neighborhoods in California and has served an important role in the state’s history and the cultural evolution of the city. The area features countless restaurants, bakeries, and cafes of all flavors, with delicious Mexican and Asian options around every corner.

Heading east toward Mount Hamilton, every turn of the road provides stunning views of the Santa Clara Valley, and at the summit lies one of the valley’s signature landmarks, Lick Observatory (keep reading). You won’t find a more welcoming, diverse, and eclectic community anywhere else in Silicon Valley!

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Introducing: Evergreen

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Located in East San José, Evergreen has undergone an evolution from its agricultural past that is common to Santa Clara Valley neighborhoods. The area has experienced rapid development in the past few decades, which has led to multiple communities and private country clubs. It is generally bounded by Tully Road to the north, Capitol Expressway to the west, San Felipe Road to the south, and foothills to the east.

Joseph D. Grant County Park features trails overlooking the city skyline, and Brigadoon Park is a well-known attraction and home to popular cement slides. Visitors and locals enjoy shopping at nearby Eastridge Mall, golfing at The Ranch or The Villages, and airshows at Reid-Hillview Airport that hearken back to another part of Evergreen’s rich history...

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