Monte Sereno is a suburb of San Jose with a population of 3,551. Monte Sereno is in Santa Clara County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Monte Sereno offers residents a suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Monte Sereno there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many retirees live in Monte Sereno and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Monte Sereno are highly rated.