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Aerial View of the Serramonte Neighborhood
A view of the Serramonte neighborhood from above
Serramonte Neighborhood Under Construction in June 1969
Serramonte being built in June 1969
Serramonte Road, the main street 2014-04-17 09-52
Serramonte Boulevard, a main street

Serramonte is a neighborhood in California. It was built in the 1960s. It sits right next to the cities of Daly City and Colma. This area is a suburb located south of San Francisco. Serramonte is well-known for its many shopping areas. These include large shopping malls and other big stores.

How Serramonte Was Built

Serramonte started as a dairy farm. In 1963, a company began to develop it. This company was called Suburban Realty. It was owned by Fred and Carl Gellert. They turned the farm into the neighborhood we see today.

Serramonte's Schools and Growth

A big school called Serramonte High School was built here. It opened in 1970. For a while, it was one of the largest schools in Daly City. However, Serramonte High School closed its doors in 1981.

The Heart of Serramonte: Shopping

The main part of the neighborhood is the Serramonte Center mall. This mall opened in 1968. It is located near important roads. These roads include State Route 1 and Interstate 280. The mall is a central spot for the community.

Why Serramonte Center is Popular

The Serramonte Center mall is very popular. Many people from the Philippines moved to Daly City. This happened a lot in the 1970s. The mall became a favorite place for them. It is a great spot for shopping and meeting friends.

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