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The City of San Jose is the largest city in the San Francisco Bay Area by both size and population and the third largest in the state. As the heart of Silicon Valley, San Jose is home to companies such as Cisco Computers and IBM and continues to be one of the most dynamic places to live and work in the world. Thus the Silicon Valley continues to be the place for the best and brightest and is always on the leading edge of innovation. With the highest per capita income levels in the country also comes some of the country's highest real estate prices. While moving to San Jose can be a daunting experience for people from outside the area, once you have bought a home you will typically see property appreciation rates among the highest in the country. For most home owner in the area, their homes have become their largest source of capital gains in their lifetime. To see why home prices in this area are so high, please click here. As with most big cities, San Jose is very diverse in its neighborhoods and its price ranges. In general the median prices for condominiums are around $375,000, townhouses around $500,000 and single family homes around $650,000. The most expensive properties are in the Almaden Valley, Willow Glen and W. San Jose. The most affordable properties are in East Valley, Central San Jose and South San Jose. If you would like to discuss what neighborhoods within San Jose would best fit your needs, please feel free to contact me at     408-861-2440 or email me at brian.chew@cbnorcal.com.San Jose Links
DEMOGRAPHIC INFO FOUNDED: 1777 San José was California's first civilian settlement. INCORPORATED: MARCH 27, 1850 San José was California's first incorporated city and site of the first state capital. INCORPORATED AREA: 177.7 SQUARE MILES COUNTY: SANTA CLARA MAP: San José is the largest city in the Bay Area, located roughly 50 miles south of San Francisco and 390 miles north of Los Angeles. DISPOSABLE INCOME* Ranked No.1 in the U.S., based on median household income of $76,181. (Census Bureau, American Community Survey; 2002) CLIMATE Temperatures vary from an average of 50 degrees in January to an average of 70 degrees in July. San José boasts an average of more than 300 sunny days per year, and has a mean annual rainfall of 14.4 inches. ELEVATION The highest elevation is 4,372 at Copernicus Peak in the Diablo Range; the lowest elevation is sea level. The Neighborhoods
 San Jose's Almaden Valley is an area of lush vegetation, upscale, family oriented homes and easy access to quality shopping. Simply defined by San Jose's 95120 ZIP code, the Almaden Valley has lots to offer. For recreation, this area is hard to beat. The New Almaden Mines and the New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum is a wonderful spot to explore and learn with many historic houses and buildings. Also popular is the Alamitos Creek and the Alamitos Creek Trail. Almaden Lake is a popular place for swimming in season, boating, picnicking, and fishing. For golfers, there is the Almaden Valley Country Club. Home too many high-tech employees, the Almaden Valley is home to IBM's Almaden Research Center. Those who commute to work will find easy access to all freeways, plus the convenient Almaden Light Rail Station and the Almaden Expressway. Students attend any one of four elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school, all served by the San Jose Unified School District. Schools score well in standardized testing and benefit from the support of a caring community. Click Here For San Jose Unified School Information
Located in the southern end of San Jose, the Blossom Valley area is made up of mostly family-style homes clustered in neighborhoods where you will find the familiar sights of kids on bikes and parents talking to each other in their yards. This is an area to which families seem to gravitate. The schools are strongly supported by parents and children score well on standardized testing. The popular and recently renovated Oakridge Mall anchors an area full of quality shopping in the Blossom Valley area. Here you will find major department stores as well as smaller specialty stores. There are many top-rated restaurants in the area, supplying residents with a wide choice of dining possibilities, from casual to elegant. Recreational opportunities also abound and include golfing, swimming, hiking, movie theaters and even a small water park with miniature golf. Highways 101, 85, 87 and 280 are close by with light rail offering quick and easy access to downtown and nearby businesses. Median Price for a single family home is $650,000 Click Here For San Jose Unified School Information Close to downtown San Jose, yet far enough to escape the "big city" feel, Cambrian can enjoy San Jose's professional hockey team, a symphony, art, culture, and recreation, whole also taking advantage of its own neighborly atmosphere and convenient shopping. Median Price for a single family home is $700,000 Click here for the Rose Garden Resident Newspaper
Just east of Highway 101 and tucked up into San Jose's east foothills is the beautiful neighborhood of Evergreen. One of the most culturally and ethnically diverse neighborhoods in the City of San Jose, this area includes not only many older, established homes but also some of the City's newest and most prestigious. More than 50 years ago, this area was mostly black walnut orchards. Today, however, you'll find a pleasant mix of retail stores, offices, community facilities and single and multi-family residences. Shopping in the Evergreen area is delightful. Not only is the area host to Eastridge Mall, but there are also many ethnic grocery stores and specialty shops. Residents of the Evergreen area enjoy many unique recreational opportunities. Home to Raging Waters, Santa Clara County's huge water park, Evergreen also encompasses many parks including Lake Cunningham Park, Windmill Springs Park and Groesbeck Park. Golfers enjoy access to Pleasant Hills Golf Course. High atop the hills of Evergreen rests Silver Creek Country Club, a master planned community that houses some of the most prestigious estates in the area. Here you'll find a private golf and country club that is behind a private, guarded gate. Ted Robinson designed the championship 18 hole, park 72 golf course. There is also a gorgeous clubhouse, racquet club and swim pavilion. Students in the area are served by the Evergreen School District. One of the fastest growing districts in the Bay Area, the Evergreen School District has as its motto "Commitment to Excellence." This commitment is evident in the district's Fifteen California Distinguished Schools and nine National Blue Ribbon Schools. Higher education is also available in the area through Evergreen Valley College. Click Here For Evergreen Elementary School District
This neighborhood is located south of the city of Milpitas along the Hwy 880,680 corridor. This area is also know as Berryessa and represents one of the more affordable areas within the city. East of the 880 freeway are large subdivisions of relatively new (20 years or newer) single family and town homes. West of the 880 freeway are more established neighborhoods with a very good scoring school districts. This area represents a good balance of affordable homes and good schools. Median price of single family homes is $600,000.
San Jose's Santa Teresa neighborhood is tucked into the foothills of south San Jose about ten miles south of downtown San Jose. Picturesque and family-oriented, this neighborhood grew up around Santa Teresa IBM, which is one of the area's major employers. Santa Teresa is a relatively new neighborhood, with most homes having been built over the past three decades. Homes in the area are moderately priced, well maintained and there is a strong feeling of community. Parks have sprung up around schools and neighborhoods and you will find many places for recreation and relaxation. Santa Teresa County Park is one of the County's biggest parks and is located in the Santa Teresa Hills. This diverse 1,688-acre park, rich in history, offers spectacular views from its trails and secluded upland valleys of the park provide a quiet spot for exploring the natural environment minutes away from the surrounding developed areas. Here you'll find a variety of recreational opportunities. The Santa Teresa Golf Club, operated by a concessionaire, offers an 18-hole championship course and a 9-hole/par three course. The clubhouse includes a restaurant and pro shop. Electric carts are available for a fee. Also located in the golf course is a banquet facility, available by reservation. The park also offers over 14 miles of unpaved trails for equestrian, hiking and bicycle use. On the flatlands of Santa Teresa is Rancho Santa Teresa Swim and Racquet Club and you will find many small neighborhood parks as well. Shopping is plentiful and convenient with several strip malls and a large regional shopping mall nearby. For those commuting to work, transportation is easily accessible with local light rail stop and many bus stops around the area. Highway 101, 85 and 87 are also convenient. Median price for a single family home is $600,000
South San Jose lies south of Downtown San Jose and is a rapidly changing area with new developments slowly being integrated into the older neighborhoods. Also the area is seeing much redevelopment of its older stip malls into vibrant shopping centers. Mostly a working class area, homes are relatively affordable with a median price of $550,000.
When discovered by pioneers, this area was a forest of impenetrable, giant willows and wild blackberries. Once cleared, it exposed the richest soil in Santa Clara valley, producing the finest fruits, berries and vegetables. Now, it is one of San Jose's most popular established neighborhoods. Located south and slightly west of downtown San Jose, historical Willow Glen is bounded by the Guadalupe River, Los Gatos Creek, and Coe and Curtner Avenues. "Downtown Willow Glen" is on Lincoln Avenue where you will find quality shopping and upscale dining. Quaint and handsome, Willow Glen has many trees and gardens that surround beautifully maintained homes-many of which were custom-built in the 1930s and retain their old world characteristics. It has been said that Willow Glen has some of the finest old homes in San Jose. Very community oriented, Willow Glen has parks that offer basketball, handball, tennis, soccer, volleyball courts, exercise courses, athletic fields and picnic areas. Los Gatos Creek has recently been renovated by the Willow Glen Neighborhood Association and now provides a lovely trail for biking, running or walking. During the summer, residents can take advantage of free basketball, volleyball, table tennis, weigh training and recreational swimming offered through the local gym and pool. Easily accessible to downtown San Jose by side streets, residents also have access to a Caltrain station and can quickly get to Highways 17 and 280. Click Here for the Willow Glen Resident Newspaper |
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