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Almost surrounded by San Jose, Campbell is located close to Silicon Valley Industries and is home to many high tech firms. At one time famous for its prunes, Campbell celebrates its heritage with an annual Prune Festival and has named one of its major shopping malls "The Prune Yard."
One of Santa Clara County's older suburbs, Campbell has many long-time residents who know each other. A town prides itself on being sophisticated yet retaining a small-town atmosphere.
Schools rank well above the 50th percentile with some in the 90s. Community support is strong with at least two bonds having been passed in recent years for improvements. Crime rates are low to average.
A more or less middle-class town, Campbell's homes are mostly three bedroom. The median single family home is around $625,000. The higher priced area of Campbell are those closest to the Saratoga border. Many condos and townhouses can be found in the 350,000 and up price range.
There are many restaurants and plenty of shopping in Campbell including the Pruneyard which has several high profile restaurants such as Bucca di Beppo, Rockbottom Brewery and Outback Steakhouse. The downtown has been nicely upgraded and includes many small shops and coffee houses. In nearby Saratoga there is a new 12 screen AMC theatre. The popular Los Gatos Creek trail trail leads through Campbell up to the Lexington reservoir in San Jose.
Residents enjoy a 30-acre community center with gyms, auditorium, track and tennis, as well as a year-round pool and fourteen parks. There is a pleasant bike trail along a local creek, which will take you into Los Gatos. Balmy Santa Clara Valley with average temperatures add to the enjoyment with winter lows around 50° and summer averages around 80°.
Founded in 1887
Incorporated in 1952
Encompasses 6 square miles
City Population 38,401
Avg. Household Income $97,400
Bachelors/Graduate Degree 27,840
