Portola Valley

Welcome to Portola Valley

A small town of just 4,500 residents, Portola Valley is among the wealthiest neighborhoods in the country, also consisting of the unincorporated area of Ladera. The small yet thriving town prides itself on its environmental and historic heritage, top-rated public schools, economical town government supported by numerous volunteers, and rural ambiance and lifestyle.

Did You Know?

• The town's name pays homage to Gaspar de Portola, a Spanish explorer who led the first party of Europeans to explore the San Francisco Peninsula in 1769.
• Portola Valley is home to the Alpine Inn, the second oldest operating saloon in California.

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