Welcome to Sunnyvale
A private neighborhood with many parks and restaurants.
Sunnyvale is a great place to live if you enjoy peace and quiet at home but love the bustle, culture, and opportunities of a bayside city. Bordering the water, Sunnyside sits between Santa Clara and Mountain View, sharing their love of private, family-friendly neighborhoods, local parks, and trendy nearby shopping. The blocks near Mathilda and Washington cross streets have recently undergone some incredible redevelopment and are now the home of many amazing restaurants. There is no shortage of things to do and areas to explore in Sunnyvale, including museums, theaters, and nature hikes. Or, you can pack a picnic and spend all day lounging by the water instead.
What to Love
- Luxe shopping and nightlife in downtown Sunnyvale
- Exploring the historic Murphy Avenue
- Excellent cuisine and a wide selection of local restaurants
- Museums, theaters, and live music
- A tapestry of beautiful and creative neighborhood parks
Local Lifestyle
Living in Sunnyvale has a little bit of everything, starting with a luxurious home base in quiet residential neighborhoods. Enjoy tree-lined streets and friendly neighborhoods close to home, while a few blocks away, you might find a charming local park or unveil a bustling new shopping center with restaurants sporting cuisine from all over the world. Enjoy the outdoor activity, indoor activity, or no activity at all with equal aplomb.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
There are some great restaurants in Sunnyvale, and more are opening every year as shopping centers are further developed. One of the truly unique and delightful local restaurants is the Hanabusa Cafe. This Japanese breakfast cafe serves authentic souffle pancakes with fruit, chocolate, sweet cream, and delicious teas and juices.
The Cheesecake Factory is a classic, and if you haven't been, you simply must try it once. Serving more than just every type of cheesecake under the sun, the restaurant actually has a great selection of Italian fine dining classics in an elegant modern dining setting.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse is a local favorite with a great atmosphere and a menu that has something for everyone. You'll find steak alongside excellent pizza, racks of ribs, elevated burgers, loaded nachos, overflowing desserts, and a drink menu that goes on for days.
Things to Do
Sunnyvale is a great place to live if you enjoy festivals and community events. Dip your toe in the local festival culture by joining the farmer's market every Saturday. Come early for the produce selection and stay late for the global cuisine.
Catch the Art and Wine Festival to support local artists and wineries, or join your community in celebrating local music at the Summer Music Festival along Murphy Avenue every year.
If your family loves a good parade, you simply must catch the Sunnyvale Christmas Parade, which marches from the Lakewood School to Fairwood Park every holiday season.
Schools
Sunnyvale has some wonderful schools, as the local parents take pride in their education system and work together to maintain a high-quality learning experience. Here are some of the top schools in the district.
- West Valley Elementary: K - Grade 5
- Cherry Chase Elementary: K - Grade 5
- Cumberland Elementary School: K - Grade 5
- Summit Denali Middle & High Schools: Grades 6-12
- Cupertino Middle School: Grades 8-6
