City Guide
San Carlos, CA
Overview
San Carlos, CA is famous for its pristine white beaches with tons of places to scuba dive, swim, and surf. San Carlos has around 30,000 residents, so moving here will provide a welcoming feel. A fun fact about living in San Carlos is that it has a large climbing community, mainly because of its many great climbing trails. Another cool tidbit is that iti is home to the Hiller Aviation Museum, a kid-friendly museum specializing in helicopter and aviation history.
What’s it like to live in San Carlos, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in San Carlos, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$2,912,500
and homes stay on the market for 8 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in San Carlos are $3,050,000
and $1,216,500
, respectively. San Carlos area townhouses have a median sale price of $1,159,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in San Carlos, CAExplore our San Carlos housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how San Carlos home prices compare to other markets. Explore our San Carlos rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how San Carlos rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in San Carlos, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around San Carlos
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Shores | $1,500,000 | 89 / 100 | 23 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Sequoia | $2,999,000 | 94 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| El Sereno | $2,900,000 | 93 / 100 | 54 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Mount Carmel | $1,840,000 | 93 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Belle Monte | -- | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in San Carlos
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San Carlos Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 23% of San Carlos homebuyers searched to move out of San Carlos, while 77% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into San Carlos from outside metros.
- Knoxville homebuyers searched to move into San Carlos more than any other metro followed by Honolulu and Santa Barbara.
Where are people moving to San Carlos from?
- 77% of San Carlos homebuyers searched to stay within the San Carlos metropolitan area.
Where are people from San Carlos moving to?
Number of People Moving to San Carlos
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most
People are moving to San Carlos from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,500 | ||
| 2 | 1,192 | ||
| 3 | 966 | ||
| 4 | 146 | ||
| 5 | 118 | ||
| 6 | 110 | ||
| 7 | 97 | ||
| 8 | 14 | ||
| 9 | 10 | ||
| 10 | 4 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in San Carlos, CA ?
San Carlos, CA, is home to many enjoyable activities like watching the sunset at one of its many parks, to enjoying a bite to eat at fan-favorite restaurants. There are many museums in San Carlos including Hiller Aviation Museum and San Carlos Museum of History, both of which are frequented by tourists and locals alike. Savanna Jazz and Bay Area Educational Theater Company are just a few performing arts venues that contribute to the city's rich arts and culture scene. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout San Carlos. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or trek through many parks, like Crestview Park, Highlands Park, or Burton Park. You'll find plenty of restaurants and up-and-coming eateries throughout San Carlos. Make sure you grab a bite to eat at King Chuan Restaurant, Emelina's Peruvian Restaurant, and La Hacienda Restaurant for a small taste of what this city has to offer.
Explore some of the best things to do in San Carlos
What's the best way to get around San Carlos, CA ?
The best way to get around San Carlos is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, San Carlos has a walk score of 47, meaning this area is car dependent. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 94070. You can also get around San Carlos by bike. With a bike score of 41, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
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Bike Score®
San Carlos Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
San Carlos has 1 heavy rail station; San Carlos Caltrain Station. This means you might be able to use heavy rail to commute or travel, depending on where you live and where you want to go.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 4 car rental locations.
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