Welcome to Ladera
A close-knit neighborhood with a peaceful setting and everyday ease.
Ladera offers a unique blend of quiet residential living, natural beauty, and convenient local amenities. Tucked along Alpine Road near Portola Valley, this sought-after community is known for its welcoming feel, charming village-style shopping center, and easy access to recreation, excellent schools, and nearby employment centers.
Homes in Ladera offer a rare balance of neighborhood charm, scenic surroundings, and convenient proximity to Stanford, Sand Hill Road, and Silicon Valley destinations.
Residences here range from classic mid-century homes and thoughtfully updated family properties to spacious custom residences surrounded by mature trees and gently rolling foothill landscapes.
Dining
One of Ladera’s most beloved conveniences is the neighborhood-serving Ladera Shopping Center, a quaint hub that gives the area much of its small-town appeal. Bianchini’s Market is a longtime local favorite for fresh produce, gourmet groceries, baked goods, deli offerings, and prepared meals, making everyday errands feel both easy and elevated.
Ladera Garden & Gifts adds to the neighborhood’s charm with its beautiful plants, floral offerings, and curated home décor. Dining nearby includes Italian favorites at Portola Kitchen, seafood at Old Port Lobster Shack, and casual Mexican fare at Amigo’s Grill. Just a short drive away, Rossotti’s Alpine Inn remains a local institution with historic character, a lively outdoor setting, and a menu that makes it a favorite gathering spot for residents.
People & Lifestyle
Ladera is especially appealing for those who enjoy an active, community-oriented lifestyle. The neighborhood has a warm, established feel, with tree-lined streets, a strong residential identity, and easy access to private recreation clubs that have long been part of daily life here. Alpine Hills Tennis & Swimming Club offers tennis, pickleball, heated pools, fitness facilities, dining, and social programming, while Ladera Oaks provides swimming, tennis, pickleball, fitness, camps, and family-friendly programming in a relaxed foothill setting.
Outdoor access is another major draw. Residents enjoy nearby open space, scenic roads popular with cyclists, and convenient routes to hiking and equestrian trails throughout Portola Valley and the surrounding peninsula. Ladera’s location also places it close to everyday essentials while preserving the quiet, tucked-away atmosphere that makes the neighborhood so desirable.
Schools
Ladera is served by the highly regarded Las Lomitas Elementary School District for elementary and middle school students, with high school students attending the Sequoia Union High School District. The neighborhood is also home to the well-regarded Woodland School, an independent school serving early childhood through eighth grade, adding to Ladera’s strong appeal for families.
Available Homes in Ladera
$3,295,000
4 Beds 2 Baths 1,660 SqFt
130 Erica WAY, Portola Valley, CA 94028
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