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Market data, neighborhood guides, Eichler history and how-tos for buyers and sellers, from Eric & Janelle Boyenga and the team at Compass.

Mountain View vs. Santa Clara: Home Prices, Sizes and the City Line (2026)

Mountain View and Santa Clara sit about 7 miles apart, center to center, both in Santa Clara County. Here’s how they compare on what houses, condos and townhomes sold for in the 12 months to October 27, 2026, and on the things that change at the city line: trains, electricity and transfer tax. The s
Saratoga vs. Los Altos: Home Prices, Sizes and the City Line (2026)

Saratoga and Los Altos sit about 10 miles apart, center to center, both in Santa Clara County. Here’s how they compare on what houses, condos and townhomes sold for in the 12 months to October 27, 2026, and on the things that change at the city line: trains, electricity and transfer tax. The short a
Cupertino vs. Palo Alto: Home Prices, Sizes and the City Line (2026)

Cupertino and Palo Alto sit about 10 miles apart, center to center, both in Santa Clara County. Here’s how they compare on what houses, condos and townhomes sold for in the 12 months to October 27, 2026, and on the things that change at the city line: trains, electricity and transfer tax. The short
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