Why Live in Silver Creek
Part of a historic gold mining and farming destination, Silver Creek now offers a picturesque neighborhood with plenty of outdoor spaces. The neighborhood is covered by the Evergreen School District, which has well-rated schools like Silver Oak Elementary, Chaboya Middle and Evergreen Valley High. Residents live close to the Canyon Creek Plaza Shopping Center and the Silver Creek Valley Country Club, which offers top-rated golfing, tennis courts, fitness centers and Olympic-size pools. Located less than 10 miles from downtown San Jose, the neighborhood offers suburban tranquility with easy access to a bustling urban area.
Homes in Silver Creek Valley vary in style, with many showing Spanish Revival architecture with clay tile roofs. A large number of homes are in gated communities featuring golf clubs, pools and tennis courts. Buyers seeking smaller spaces will find plenty of condos on the east end. Outdoor spots like Fowler Creek and Canyon Creek parks provide ample green space and recreational facilities. Fowler Creek Park hosts community events such as summer movie nights, while Canyon Creek Park offers a playset and some open fields within walking distance of many homes.
The diverse dining scene includes staples like The Creek Eatery and Mexico Lindo at Silver Creek. The Silver Creek Community Market specializes in healthy and organic foods, and a Target store is 3 miles away. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, with low crime risk areas. The San José Mineta International Airport is 12 miles away, while Good Samaritan Hospital is 14 miles west.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silver Creek a good place to live?
Silver Creek is a good place to live. Silver Creek is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Silver Creek is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Silver Creek has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.1 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $247,632 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 72% of residents. A majority of residents in Silver Creek are home owners, with 9.7% of residents renting and 90.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Silver Creek can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Silver Creek neighborhood guide.
Is Silver Creek, CA a safe neighborhood?
Silver Creek, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Silver Creek?
The median home price in Silver Creek is $3,298,444. If you put a 20% down payment of $659,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $16,080 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $689K a year to afford the median home price in Silver Creek. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Silver Creek is $248K.
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Home Trends in Silver Creek, CA
On average, homes in Silver Creek, Bay Area sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Silver Creek, Bay Area over the last 12 months is $3,350,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$3,350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$3,425,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,379,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$947
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
67
Median List Price
$3,298,444
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%