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Living near Downtown San Jose without the noise
Less than 6 miles northeast of Downtown San Jose, Checkers is an urban residential community with close access to neighborhood parks, schools and local shopping and dining. “It’s a very convenient location,” says Mimi Du, a Realtor with BRG Realty with over 20 years of real estate experience. “You have all the freeways — 101, 80, 77, 680 — and you’re close to the airport, close to everywhere.” Neighborhood parks include Overfelt Gardens and Plata Arroyo Park, local restaurants line McKee Road, and schools for all grades are within 2 miles. “It's a family-oriented neighborhood since it’s close to a lot of the area schools, and it’s very quiet for how close it is to downtown,” says Tiffany Castano, the on-site property manager at Green Villa Apartments. “It’s a simple community with a lot of working-class people, and people live here because of its convenient location and nearby shopping centers.” Nearby houses of worship include the Pao Hua Buddhist Temple and Iglesia Primitiva Jesucristo el Pan De Vida.
Checkers is less than 5 miles northeast of downtown San Jose.
Checkers is a small community offers quiet living despite its proximity to the city.
Checkers is near neighborhood parks, local shopping and dining, and area highways.
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Single-family homes, townhouses and condos
“Most homes here are single-story older houses built 30 to 40 years ago,” says Du. Early 20th-century to midcentury bungalows with up to three bedrooms are set on up to 1,500-square-foot lots with low-water plantings, short driveways and attached garages; prices range from $600,000 to $1 million. “The new houses are two-story townhouses or condos.” Late 20th-century condos start at around $400,000, while Craftsman-inspired townhouses from the late 20th century through early 2000s start at $600,000; those with two or more bedrooms, as well as back patios and balconies, can go up to $900,000. Townhouses and condos typically belong to homeowner’s associations, like those in Madden Village, while early 20th-century to midcentury bungalows do not. “If the land is bigger, the cost is higher,” says Du. There are also several apartment buildings available to rent in the neighborhood's southeast corner.
Row of Colorful ranch-style home in Checkers.
You can find small bungalows date back to the early-to-mid 20th century in Checkers.
Townhouses and condominiums ranging from around $400,000 to $800,000 in Checkers.
Some Condos at Checkers were built at early 2000s.
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Neighborhood parks within walking distance
The 10-acre Plata Arroyo Park is Checkers' largest park, with playgrounds, two basketball courts, and a skate park fitted with ramps, bowls and rails for all skill levels; there are also paved walking paths here, and open fields for picnics. Less than a mile away, the 33-acre Overfelt Gardens borders the neighborhood with three ponds and paved, winding trails shaded by mature trees. The gardens are also home to the 6-acre Chinese Cultural Garden, established in 1971 and featuring a statue of Confucius and several structures inspired by traditional Chinese architecture. Du recommends Alum Rock Park, about 4 miles north, where residents can enjoy picnic areas, explore hiking, biking and equestrian trails and observe wildlife like red-tailed hawks, wild turkeys and barn owls.
Enjoy a brisk morning walk at Plata Arroyo Park in Checkers.
Overfelt Gardens borders Checkers to the north with 33 acres of landscaped greenery.
Beautiful Chinese architecture can be found throughout Overfelt Gardens in Checkers.
Enjoy a brisk morning walk at Overfelt Gardens in Checkers.
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Opportunities at San Jose Unified District schools
Checkers is part of the San Jose Unified School District, rated B-plus overall by Niche. Local kids can start at Anne Darling Elementary, rated C-minus, before moving on to Muwekma Ohlone Middle (not yet rated), where kids can get involved with Leadership Foundations, a school-run program that encourages students to engage in community service. At the B-rated San Jose High, students can enroll in the advanced International Baccalaureate program or take dual-enrollment courses for college credit at San Jose Community College.
Educational opportunities abound at Anne Darling Elementary in Checkers.
Muwekma Ohlone Middle School offers plenty of fun after school activities for Checkers Kids.
Students are the highest priority at San Jose High School.
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Community venues and annual celebrations
Residents can sign up for fitness and art classes at the Mayfair Community Center about a mile south. Kids can attend Camp San Jose here, enjoying a week of team-building and educational experiences, or join the Outdoor Adventure Camp at Alum Rock Park to learn about nature participate in activities like hiking and crafts. Five miles west of the neighborhood at Paypal Park, fans can support local soccer teams like the San Jose Earthquakes and Bay Football Club. In August, the San Jose Jazz Summer Fest is held 3 miles southwest at Plaza de César Chávez Park; the three-day festival brings together musicians and fans from across the country to enjoy music, food and culture.
Getting around Silicon Valley
Tucked between U.S. Route 101 and Interstate 680, Checkers has convenient access to local highways. “Most people here have a car,” says Du. Downtown San Jose is 6 miles southwest, a 10- to 20-minute drive depending on traffic, and Checkers is within 15 miles of tech campuses like Meta, Google and Apple in neighboring cities like Sunnyvale and Cupertino. Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority buses make stops along Mckee Road and travel throughout the Greater San Jose Area. The Regional Medical Center is right in the neighborhood, and San Jose Mineta International Airport is 6 miles west.
Checkers tucked between major routes like Interstate 680.
Bus Station 23 on Alum Rock Ave in Checkers.
Checkers is less than 5 miles northeast of downtown San Jose.
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Dining and shopping along McKee Road
“They have a lot of good restaurants in this area, and they have a Mexican supermarket,” says Du. The latter is Cardenas Markets at Capital Square Mall, not far from big-box stores like Target and Ross. Restaurants line major thoroughfare McKee Road, including authentic Mexican cantina Mendoza’s, an area staple for over 20 years that's still popular for its social atmosphere, handmade tortillas and happy hour specials like their craft michelada cocktail. Two miles northwest, the San Jose Flea Market features vintage treasures and handmade items from local vendors, as well as live music, and quick bites and drinks from food kiosks. For fresh produce, Du recommends the Berryessa Farmers’ Market, open on Saturdays from May through November, about 4 miles northeast.
Cardenas Markets just a mile northeast from Checkers for a large selection of Mexican groceries.
Mendoza’s, a festive cantina popular for its large portions and craft micheladas in Checkers.
The San Jose Flea Market is a go-to for secondhand treasures nearby Checkers.
Target is a hot spot in Checkers for household items.
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Parks in this Area
Zolezzi Park
Lo Bue Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Overfelt Gardens
Picnic Area
Parking Lot
Plata Arroyo Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Bonita Park
Basketball
Playground
Hacienda Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
10 min drive
Bus
Jackson & Mather
Bus
Mckee & Jose Figueres
Bus
Mckee & Checkers
Bus
Jackson & Madden
Bus
Jackson & Regional Medical Center San Jose
Bus
Jackson & Alum Rock
Bus
King & Mckee
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Checkers
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Checkers Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Checkers, San Jose sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Checkers, San Jose over the last 12 months is $688,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,150
Median Age
39
Population Density
28 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,101
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$101,744
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
73.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.9%
% Population in Labor Force
64.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
68/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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