Belmont
🏙️ About This City
Belmont, incorporated in 1926, is a hillside community located between San Mateo and San Carlos on the San Francisco Peninsula. Known for its lush greenery, sweeping Bay views, and winding residential streets, Belmont offers a peaceful and scenic environment while still being centrally located. As of 2025, the city has an estimated population of around 27,000 residents.
The name "Belmont" means "beautiful mountain," reflecting the city's hilly terrain and natural charm. It is a predominantly residential city with a small-town feel, yet offers easy access to major highways and transit options, making it ideal for commuters working in Silicon Valley or San Francisco.
🗺️ Neighborhood
Belmont is characterized by a variety of neighborhoods, many of which sit on hillsides or near open space preserves:
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Central Belmont – Offers a mix of single-family homes and townhomes with easy access to shopping, parks, and transit.
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Belmont Heights – A quiet, elevated area with homes that often feature panoramic Bay views.
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Homeview / Sterling Downs – Flat, walkable neighborhoods near the Caltrain station, ideal for commuters.
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Carlmont – A sought-after neighborhood with larger homes, excellent schools, and close proximity to parks.
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Hallmark / Skymont – Known for spacious properties, cul-de-sacs, and views overlooking the Peninsula.
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McDougal / Belmont Woods – Serene areas surrounded by trees and close to hiking trails and open space.
Each area offers its own charm, with a strong sense of community and access to outdoor recreation.
🎓 Schools
🏫 Elementary Schools
Belmont is primarily served by the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District (BRSSD), which covers most of Belmont and part of Redwood Shores.
Belmont-Redwood Shores School District (BRSSD):
Elementary schools serving Belmont include:
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Central Elementary
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Fox Elementary
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Nesbit Elementary (also serves TK–8)
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Twin Pines Elementary (coming soon, opening timeline pending)
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Redwood Shores Elementary (serves the Redwood Shores area)
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Sandpiper Elementary (serves parts of Redwood Shores)
Elementary school assignments are based on residential address and neighborhood zoning.
📍 Use BRSSD’s School Locator Map or contact the district office to confirm your assigned school:
🏫 Middle School
Belmont-Redwood Shores School District (BRSSD):
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Ralston Middle School – Serves all students in grades 6–8 from the Belmont area and most of Redwood Shores
All Belmont elementary schools (except Nesbit’s optional TK–8 pathway) feed into Ralston for middle school.
🏫 High School
Belmont is part of the Sequoia Union High School District (SUHSD):
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Carlmont High School – The designated public high school for all Belmont residents
Carlmont is located in Belmont and serves students from Belmont and parts of San Carlos and Redwood Shores.
📍 Confirm your high school assignment using SUHSD's address lookup:
https://www.schfinder.com/Lookup.aspx?DistrictID=0636390_2015
📍 Determine Your Assigned Schools
To verify school assignments for a specific property in Belmont:
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BRSSD Attendance Boundary Map (TK–8):
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Sequoia Union High School District Locator (9–12):
📍 https://www.schfinder.com/Lookup.aspx?DistrictID=0636390_2015
📈 Market Trends
Belmont’s housing market is competitive, driven by its desirable location and quality of life:
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Median Home Price (2025): Approximately $2.1 million
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Price per Square Foot: Around $1,300
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Average Time on Market: 12–18 days
Homes in Belmont often receive multiple offers due to limited inventory and strong demand. The city attracts buyers looking for a balance of nature, community, and accessibility.