Welcome to Belmont
A quiet community with luxury homes surrounded by open, wooded areas.
Belmont is a city in San Mateo County, California, on the San Francisco Peninsula. In the heart of Silicon Valley, Belmont is a San Francisco suburb with a rich history. A former logging town, it was once home to many of California’s sawmills and some of the state’s first wineries. Like much of the Bay Area, Belmont is home to some of the world’s most exciting technology companies and the region’s largest concentration of entrepreneurs. Belmont's small-town, intimate feel adds to the high quality of life, diversity, and proximity to numerous San Francisco Bay Area attractions.
Belmont features Victorian, Craftsman bungalows, and Spanish-style homes and architecture prevalent in downtown and residential neighborhoods. Belmont is a town where residents take great pride in their homes and communities, and visitors are often amazed by the town's variety, beauty, and architectural distinction.
What to Love
- Beautiful parks and open spaces
- Connection with nature and outdoor activities
- Luxury neighborhoods and lifestyles
- Access to San Francisco and other vibrant areas
- Open spaces surrounding wooded areas
Local Lifestyle
Located 30 minutes outside of San Francisco, Belmont is a small, friendly town where residents care deeply about their neighbors, the schools, and the local businesses that keep them thriving. Experience Belmont life to understand why the locals enjoy a strong sense of community and beautiful nature landscapes. The town is known for its many parks, including Belmont Park, which includes a lake, a golf course, and a walking path for joggers and walkers. In Belmont, residents find beauty and history only minutes from the excitement of living in one of the greatest cities in the world.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
On the weekends, Belmont is one of the most happening places. The town is home to some of the best shopping and dining in the area, and locals flock to the area’s many restaurants and shops for great food, wine, and entertainment. Farm House is an intimate American restaurant that serves new weekly items and specialty wines for brunch and dinner.
Aji Limo serves traditional Peruvian cuisine with multicultural influences in a comfortable and casual setting. Iberia Restaurant is an upscale club-style eatery that serves paella, tapas, and other Spanish dishes.
Old World Spirits and Kuchan Cellars is a distillery and estate winery that uses innovative technology to create craft spirits. They design their own equipment and grow their own ingredients to make fine whiskeys, brandy, and wine.
Locals shop at unique stores and boutiques like Unseen Clothing & Things, which sources clothing, accessories, home goods, and other items from emerging and independent labels.
Things to Do
There are many things to do in Belmont, like exploring the great outdoors or experiencing cultural and entertainment options. The Belmont Greek Festival is an annual event where locals and neighboring residents gather to enjoy Greek food, vendors, performances, cooking classes, music, and more.
Waterdog Lake & Open Space is a beautiful wooded area with various trails for hiking and biking. San Juan Canyon is 35-acres of open space trails for hiking and biking with benches and beautiful landscapes. The open trails also connect to Sugarloaf Open Space and Trails.
Whether it is wine tasting, art galleries, antique shopping, or just browsing, Belmont has something for everyone to experience and enjoy.
Schools
Belmont-Redwood Shores School District provides a balanced instructional program for kindergarten through eighth grade for Belmont and Redwood Shores students. Belmont is also home to parochial and non-secular private schools.