Campbell occupies approximately 6 square miles in the western Santa Clara Valley, bordered by San Jose, Los Gatos, and Saratoga. Despite its modest size, the city of 43,000 residents has maintained a distinct identity separate from neighboring San Jose. Campbell's downtown, centered on Campbell Avenue, features locally-owned restaurants, shops, and the popular farmers market that creates a genuine community gathering place. The Pruneyard Shopping Center, developed on former orchard land, provides additional retail and dining options in a pleasant setting. The city's residential areas feature primarily single-family homes built from the 1950s onward, with architecture ranging from mid-century ranches to newer construction. The Los Gatos Creek Trail runs through town, providing a green corridor for recreation and non-motorized transportation. Campbell's location offers excellent access to Silicon Valley employers, with downtown San Jose just minutes away and the Highway 17 corridor providing quick routes to Los Gatos and Santa Cruz.