Monte Sereno is a city in Santa Clara County, California, USA. The population was 3,483 at the 2000 census. The city is located in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, about 10 miles southwest of San Jose and is immediately northwest of Los Gatos. The city is named for 2249 ft. El Sereno mountain upon whose slopes the southern portion of the city is built. The community is entirely residential, with no commercial zoning and 99% single-family housing, and is an upscale Silicon Valley bedroom community. Monte Sereno shares the 95030 ZIP code with the Town of Los Gatos. Many municipal services are provided under contract by the city of Los Gatos. Monte Sereno apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Monte Sereno apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.