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Portola Valley, California

Los
Trancos

Wooded lanes beneath the redwoods, where Los Trancos Woods cottages and hillside homes border open-space preserves.

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The neighborhood

Los Trancos Portola Valley homes for sale in a singular setting.

Los Trancos follows Los Trancos Road west from Alpine Road into the Santa Cruz Mountain foothills. The Los Trancos Woods subdivision — recorded in the county’s earliest tract maps — lines the lower road with cottages and cabins, while larger hillside properties climb toward Monte Bello and Coal Creek preserves.

Buyers come for genuine forest living: redwoods, creeks and trailheads, with the Alpine Inn and Portola Valley’s Town Center minutes back down the hill. For sellers, the story is privacy, nature and a direct connection to some of the Peninsula’s finest open space.

Forest livingRedwoods, creeks and canyon shade
TrailheadsMonte Bello and Coal Creek preserves nearby
CharacterHistoric Los Trancos Woods cottages

A sense of place

Redwoods, creek bends and mountain quiet.

Los Trancos feels a world apart, though it is minutes from town. Los Trancos Creek threads through the canyon, redwoods tower over the road, and homes — from 1930s cottages to contemporary hillside retreats — tuck into the trees. Deer, bobcats and owls are regular neighbors.

ArchitectureWoods cottages, cabins and contemporary hillside homes in the trees.
LandscapeRedwood groves, creek corridors, ferns and mountain slopes.
Daily lifeTrail walks, Alpine Inn evenings and stargazing from the deck.

01 / Education

Schools near Los Trancos Portola Valley homes.

Public school placement is determined by the local districts and can change. Confirm the exact property address directly with the district before relying on an assignment.

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District resources

District and campus resources for Los Trancos buyers.

Los Trancos is served by the Portola Valley School District for kindergarten through eighth grade, with high school through the Sequoia Union High School District. Confirm the exact property address directly with each district before relying on an assignment.

Portola Valley School District

Official district and enrollment resources

Official site

Ormondale School

Grades K–3 · 200 Shawnee Pass, Portola Valley

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Corte Madera School

Grades 4–8 · 4575 Alpine Road, Portola Valley

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02 / Parks

A preserve in every direction.

Monte Bello and Coal Creek open-space preserves flank Los Trancos Road, and Windy Hill’s summit trails are a short drive east.

Redwood forest hiking trail near Portola Valley
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Monte Bello Open Space Preserve

Los Trancos Trail and canyon overlooks in the hills above

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Coal Creek Open Space Preserve

Redwood-lined trails off Alpine Road toward Skyline

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Windy Hill Open Space Preserve

1,335-acre preserve · 555 Portola Road

Official site
Facilities and access conditions can change. Review the official preserve and town listings before visiting.

Nearby outdoors

Hiking & Trails

Los Trancos residents live at the trailhead — literally. Preserve gates sit along the road in both directions.

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Los Trancos Trail

A signature Monte Bello route through forest and chaparral.

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Coal Creek trails

Shaded redwood canyon hikes minutes from home.

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Windy Hill summit

Spring Ridge Trail to 1,900-foot bay views.

Official site
Trail conditions, seasonal closures and access rules can change. Check the linked official resources before heading out.

03 / Local life

Amenities near Los Trancos Portola Valley homes.

The Alpine Inn is the neighborhood tavern, the Town Center covers daily needs, and Palo Alto and Stanford handle the rest.

Rustic luxury home exterior among trees in Portola Valley
Cabin-style home tucked into redwoods
Home terrace with mountain views in Portola Valley
Decks and gardens in the forest canopy
Dining

The Alpine Inn

Alpine Inn — California’s second-oldest continually operating tavern, founded 1852 — sits where Los Trancos meets Alpine Road, its beer garden on the banks of Los Trancos Creek.

Shopping

Town Center & markets

The Thursday farmers’ market at 765 Portola Road and Roberts Market in Woodside cover groceries; Stanford Shopping Center is a short drive east.

Everyday

Services & schools

Top-ranked Ormondale and Corte Madera schools, the Portola Valley library and neighborhood services are all a short drive down Alpine Road.

Map & getting around

Getting around Los Trancos.

Los Trancos runs west from Alpine Road into the foothills. These are the everyday destinations Los Trancos residents drive to most.

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Alpine Inn

6 min drive · Portola Valley area

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8 min

Portola Valley Town Center

8 min drive · Portola Valley area

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6 min

Monte Bello Open Space Preserve

6 min drive · Portola Valley area

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14 min

Windy Hill Open Space Preserve

14 min drive · Portola Valley area

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18 min

Stanford University

18 min drive · Portola Valley area

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20 min

Downtown Palo Alto

20 min drive · Portola Valley area

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35 min

San Francisco International Airport

35 min drive · Portola Valley area

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Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Tap Directions for live routing.

Market snapshot

Home values in Los Trancos.

Portola Valley commands some of the Peninsula’s strongest home values. Here’s a quick snapshot of the market around Los Trancos.

$250K+

Median household income

Citywide approx. · U.S. Census ACS 5-year

$4.0M

Median home price

Citywide approx. · Zillow & Redfin market data

$20M+

High-end price point

Citywide approx. · recent top sale $56M, Nov 2025

Figures are approximate as of Sept 2026. Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (ACS), Zillow/Redfin market data.

Buyer guidance

Buying a home in Los Trancos?

Los Trancos homes reward a property-by-property approach. Compare forest setting, privacy, usable land, improvements and access along the canyon road, then consider how each address connects to Alpine Road, trailheads and town services.

School assignments and property details — including access, utilities and fire-safety considerations — should be verified for the exact address. Local guidance can help you evaluate comparable sales in the woods and hillside market.

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Seller guidance

Selling your Los Trancos home?

A Los Trancos marketing plan should bring the natural setting into focus. Redwood groves, creek frontage, decks in the canopy, trail access and mountain quiet all shape how the home is presented.

Thoughtful preparation starts with the specific property, its setting and relevant comparable sales. From pricing and presentation to launch strategy, the goal is to connect the home with buyers who want genuine forest living.

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Buyer & seller questions

Los Trancos real estate FAQ.

What types of homes are found in Los Trancos?

Los Trancos includes historic Los Trancos Woods cottages and cabins, hillside retreats and contemporary homes tucked into redwood forest along Los Trancos Road.

Which public school districts serve Los Trancos?

Los Trancos is served by the Portola Valley School District for grades K–8 and the Sequoia Union High School District for high school. Buyers should confirm the exact property address directly with each district.

What trails are near Los Trancos homes?

Monte Bello Open Space Preserve’s Los Trancos Trail, Coal Creek’s redwood canyon trails and Windy Hill’s summit routes are all minutes away.

What should buyers consider when comparing Los Trancos homes?

Compare the forest setting, privacy, access, improvements and exact canyon location, then independently verify school placement, utilities and property-specific details before making a decision.

How should a Los Trancos seller prepare for the market?

A strong plan should present the home’s natural setting, improvements and trail access clearly, supported by property-specific pricing and marketing guidance from a local specialist.

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Explore Los Trancos with Simon Sahi.

For a property-specific view of Los Trancos homes, school placement, neighborhood edges and nearby amenities, begin with the exact address and a thoughtful local conversation.

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