Redwood City offers bayfront homes, a vibrant downtown, and unbeatable commuter access—perfectly positioned between San Francisco and Silicon Valley.
35,163 people live in Redwood City, where the median age is 33.2 and the average individual income is $45,912. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Redwood City has 10,907 households, with an average household size of 3.13. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Redwood City do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 35,163 people call Redwood City home. The population density is 5,407.89 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Redwood City, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cake Done Right, Phil's Gourmet Hotdogs, and Race Against PH.
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Dining | 0.49 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Dining · $ | 3.71 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 4.6 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 1.28 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 2.7 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 3.11 miles | 23 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Vibrant Downtown, Bayfront Living, and Central Silicon Valley Access
Located in the heart of the Peninsula, Redwood City is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing cities in San Mateo County. Known for its revitalized downtown, booming tech presence, and bayside lifestyle, Redwood City offers the perfect blend of urban energy and residential comfort—making it a top destination for Bay Area homebuyers, commuters, and investors alike.
Redwood City boasts a wide variety of real estate, from modern townhomes and luxury condos near downtown, to single-family homes in charming neighborhoods like Mt. Carmel and Edgewood Park. East of Highway 101, you'll find waterfront communities with marinas, trails, and newer developments, offering buyers a fresh take on Bayfront living.
The city is also home to several major tech employers and startups, as well as Kaiser Permanente and Stanford satellite campuses. With Caltrain, Highway 101, and El Camino Real all passing through, Redwood City provides some of the best commuter access in the region.
Redwood City’s revitalized downtown is a local gem, filled with restaurants, boutiques, live music venues, and cultural events like the popular “Music on the Square.” It’s no surprise the city’s motto is “Climate Best by Government Test,” with sunshine year-round and a laid-back coastal-meets-urban feel.
Whether you’re looking for investment opportunity, a commuter-friendly location, or a vibrant community close to it all, Redwood City real estate is as diverse and exciting as the city itself.
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