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Why commuters and families are drawn to Checkers
Checkers is a practical San Jose neighborhood centered around the Regional Medical Center, a major area hospital. Residential streets offer a range of single-family homes, condos and apartments, appealing to both renters and buyers. The area is family-oriented, with access to nearby parks and schools, and it is also appealing to commuters who rely on major highways, such as Interstate 680, and public transit.
Checkers is a mainly residential neighborhood around the Regional Medical Center.
Checkers is near neighborhood parks, local dining and area highways.
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Older single-family homes and new condos appeal to renters and buyers
The community has several distinct subdivisions. Some areas only offer single-family bungalows and ranch-style houses from the 1940s through the 1980s. Others have clusters of HOA-managed townhouses and condos from the 1970s through the 2010s. There are also several apartment complexes around.
More renters than homeowners live in the neighborhood, but buyers are still drawn here, especially those buyers who might be looking for their first house. "This area is on the newer side, but the prices are lower," says Realtor Harry He with Keller Williams Thrive Cupertino. "Like Commodore, it's a good spot for first-time buyers." Townhouses and condos usually cost between the low $400,000s and mid-$700,000s, plus monthly HOA fees. Single-family and multifamily homes start in the mid-$700,000s and top-out around $1.2 million.
You can find small bungalows from the early-to-mid 20th century.
Townhouses and condominiums are usually from the early 2000s.
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How the Regional Medical Center shapes daily life
Checkers is home to the Regional Medical Center, a major local employer. While its presence keeps medical services accessible, it also impacts the neighborhood atmosphere. Homes closest to the hospital may hear ambulances whirring past at all hours, and traffic can become congested around the area.
Highway and transit access make commuting quick
Commuters have easy access to thoroughfares that lead throughout San Jose. "It's a very convenient location," says Mimi Du, Realtor with Alliance Bay Realty. "You have all the freeways and you're close to the airport, [so you're] close to everywhere." Interstate 680, Highway 101 and Alum Rock Avenue/East Santa Clara Street connect to job centers throughout San Jose and the Silicon Valley. However, these busy corridors also bring noise and traffic, especially during rush hours. Public transit options include bus stops along major roads and VTA light rail stations east of the interstate. While most errands require a car, some people get around using bike lanes and the César Chávez Memorial Walkway, which connects to downtown San Jose.
Checkers borders major routes like Interstate 680.
Bus stops line Alum Rock Avenue.
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Families have several school choice options
Checkers is a very "family-oriented neighborhood since it's close to a lot of area schools," says Tiffany Castano, property manager at nearby Green Villa Apartments. Most of the community is part of the Alum Rock Union Elementary and East Side Union High school districts, but a few streets fall into the San Jose Unified School District. Lottery, transfer and open enrollment policies offer families flexibility to send kids to schools outside of their zoning.
Anne Darling Elementary is nearby to the neighborhood.
Students are a short drive from San Jose High School.
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Local restaurants line main roads, while major retailers are nearby
Many businesses line McKee Road and Alum Rock Avenue. "They have a lot of good restaurants in this area," Du says. Local favorites include:
Mendoza's, a Mexican cantina that’s been an area staple for over 20 years
Duc Huong Sandwiches, a counter-service spot known for its banh mi and pork buns
Chalateco, a laid-back eatery serving Salvadoran fare and micheladas
A Bite of Wyoming, a vintage diner offering American comfort food
East of Interstate 680, Capitol Square Mall has fast-food chains and major retailers like Target, Ross Dress For Less and Burlington. You can grab groceries at Grocery Outlet and browse for treasures at the San Jose Flea Market, open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Berryessa.
Mendoza’s is a festive cantina popular for its craft micheladas.
Target offers household items nearby.
You are just 2 miles from The San Jose Flea Market, a popular city attraction.
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The neighborhood is close to parks, gardens and hiking trails
A few popular parks are in and around the neighborhood. Options include:
Plata Arroyo Park, which has playgrounds, basketball courts, walking paths and a skate park
Madden Park, a micropark with a playground, benches and open space
Overfelt Gardens, known for its scenic ponds, tree-lined paths and Chinese Cultural Garden
Du also recommends Alum Rock Park, about 4 miles north, where people can hike, bike, horseback ride and bird watch.
Enjoy a brisk morning walk at Plata Arroyo Park.
Overfelt Gardens offers 33 acres of landscaped greenery.
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Crime and Safety
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Checkers
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Checkers Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Checkers, San Jose sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Checkers, San Jose over the last 12 months is $744,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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