Monta Vista, Cupertino, California facts for kids
Monta Vista is a friendly neighborhood in western Cupertino, California. It's known for its nice homes and beautiful surroundings. The name "Monta Vista" means "mountain view" in Spanish. Even though it sounds similar, it's not connected to the city of Mountain View.
Most people think of Monta Vista as the area where students go to the local high school. It's a great place for families, with lots of green spaces and a strong community feel.
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A Look Back in Time
Long ago, Monta Vista was covered with fruit orchards and vineyards. Farmers grew many different crops here.
After the 1940s, things started to change. Monta Vista became one of the first areas in Cupertino to build many homes. Soon, houses replaced the farms.
When Cupertino officially became a city in 1955, Monta Vista decided not to join at first. It remained a part of Santa Clara County. Over the years, Cupertino slowly added parts of Monta Vista to its city limits. By 2004, the entire neighborhood officially became part of Cupertino.
Living in Monta Vista
Since the 1980s, many families have moved to Monta Vista. A lot of these families came because of the growing technology jobs nearby. Many residents work in Silicon Valley. They have jobs in science, management, or even start their own companies.
Today, over half of the neighborhood's residents are Asian American. It's a mix of families who have lived there a long time and those who are newer to the area.
Homes in Monta Vista
Most homes in Monta Vista are single-family houses. They are often built in the ranch style. These homes usually have between 1,200 and 2,800 square feet of living space.
You can also find larger, custom-built houses. These can range from 3,000 to 6,000 square feet. Homes in Monta Vista can be quite expensive. Smaller homes might start around $2 million, while larger ones can go up to $7 million. Townhouses are usually less expensive than detached houses.
Why Families Love Monta Vista
Monta Vista is a very popular place to live. People love it for several reasons:
- Great Location: It's close to many jobs and fun places.
- Low Crime Rate: It's a safe community for families.
- Excellent Schools: The schools here are known for being very good.
Some of the top schools include Monta Vista High School and Kennedy Middle School. Monta Vista High School has even been ranked as one of the best public high schools in the United States by Newsweek magazine. This means students at these schools often do very well in their studies.
Fun Places to Visit
Monta Vista has many parks and outdoor areas for everyone to enjoy. You can explore nature or play sports.
Here are some popular spots:
- Fremont Older Open Space Preserve
- Monte Bello Open Space Preserve
- Picchetti Ranch Open Space Preserve (near Picchetti Brothers Winery)
- Blackberry Farm
- Deep Cliff Golf Course
- Cupertino Hills Swim and Racquet Club
- Linda Vista Park
- Varian Park
- Monta Vista Park
- Stevens Creek Reservoir
McClellan Ranch Park is a special place. It's a nature preserve and a historical park. It used to be a farm owned by the McClellan family. You can still see the old ranch buildings and barns there. Volunteers even raise animals at the park.
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Stevens Creek flowing through the McClellan Ranch Park
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Vineyards in the Cupertino Hills
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Regnart Neighborhood in Monta Vista
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Picchetti Open Space
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Picchetti Open Space
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The picnic area of Linda Vista Park in front of Deep Cliff Golf Course
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Blackberry Farm Golf Course
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Monta Vista Park
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Varian Park
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Monta Vista Community Farm at McClellan Ranch
