Santa Clara monthly rentals

Living in Santa Clara

Located on the Northeast side of San Jose, Santa Clara sits at the southern end of Silicon Valley. It has a suburban feel with plenty of strip malls along the main streets of El Camino Real (aka the Alameda) and San Tomas Expressway. Neighborhoods and apartment homes are tucked away on smaller streets. Due to its location, Santa Clara has fewer nature views than other Bay Area cities such as Mountain View and Los Gatos. There's no true downtown area, so residents head to downtown San Jose or Santana Row to walk around and shop.

Getting around

The VTA operates light rails that run into San Jose. They also operate bus lines that run to nearby cities including Milpitas and Cupertino, but you may need to make a connection. To head up to San Francisco, hop on the Caltrain. Parking is easy to find in most parts of Santa Clara, but expect the usual Bay Area traffic.

Weather

Weather in Santa Clara is pleasant with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The average daily high temperature ranges from 58°F (14°C) to 82°F (27°C). Santa Clara rarely receives rain in July and August, but it's comfortable without air conditioning.