San Jose metro, CA relocation guide
Moving to Scotts Valley, CA
$1,105,700Median home value
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About Scotts Valley
Scotts Valley is a suburban city in the redwoods along Highway 17 between Santa Cruz and San Jose. Housing is mostly single-family subdivisions from the 1960s-1990s plus newer townhomes, attracting families and Silicon Valley commuters. It has its own a small-town feel with easy mountain-biking and hiking nearby.
Home prices in Scotts Valley
The median home value in Scotts Valley is $1,105,700.
Top places in Scotts Valley
- Skypark — community park with skate park, sports fields, and dog park
- Downtown Scotts Valley (Scotts Valley Drive) — shops and restaurants
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (nearby) — old-growth redwoods
- Glenwood Open Space Preserve — hiking and mountain biking
Commuting from Scotts Valley
- San Jose ~25-30 minutes via Highway 17
- Santa Cruz ~15 minutes via Highway 17
- San Jose International Airport ~30 minutes
- Highway 17 Express bus to San Jose Diridon station
Scotts Valley FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Scotts Valley, CA?
The median home value in Scotts Valley is $1,105,700. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Scotts Valley, CA?
San Jose ~25-30 minutes via Highway 17
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.