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What life is like in the De Voss-Leigh neighborhood
Near the Santa Cruz Mountains in south San Jose sits the expansive De Voss-Leigh community. Buyers are drawn to the area for its winding streets lined with established older homes and newer construction, many of which have mountain views. People are a short drive from popular parks and natural spaces, as well as regional trail systems. Students attend neighborhood schools, and commuters have quick access to major San Jose freeways. Paired with local shopping and dining, De Voss-Leigh is a well-rounded blend of suburban comfort, city conveniences and natural spaces.
Housing options span 1940s ranch-style homes to newer custom builds
The neighborhood mainly offers single-family homes, along with a few townhouse and condo communities. Houses span several decades, from the 1940s to the 2020s. Ranch-style houses are a staple of the area, but you'll also find a wide range of contemporary, Craftsman, Spanish Revival and custom homes around the neighborhood. Most properties have spacious layouts and generously sized lots, making space for big backyards and bonus rooms. Single-family home prices typically range from $1.4 million to $4 million. Condos and townhouses range from the $700,000s to the low $800,000s, plus monthly HOA fees, although luxury options have sold for $1.3 million.
Ranch-style homes are everywhere in the neighborhood.
Many homes have unique yet traditionally-inspired architecture.
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Many students can walk to Leigh High School inside the neighborhood.
Local school choices include a National Blue Ribbon high school
Students are assigned to the Union and Campbell Union High school districts. Leigh High School, a highly rated 2024 National Blue Ribbon School, is in the heart of the neighborhood. Nearby private options include the highly rated Stratford School, a prekindergarten through eighth-grade school.
State Route 85 provides a direct path through San Jose
Getting around De Voss-Leigh is easiest by car. State Route 85 runs through the neighborhood, providing a direct route to other parts of Silicon Valley. Blossom Hill Road and Camden Avenue are other major corridors leading commuters in and out of the neighborhood. Almaden Expressway provides another nearby north-south route.
Mountain views, golf greens and county parks draw people here
Access to the outdoors is a major draw of this community. "It's a great place to live in the Bay Area," says Kraig Constantino, Realtor with Intero Real Estate Service. "We have views of the mountains from most streets. People who like to be outside have year-round access to recreation." Lone Hill Park is the go-to for neighborhood hangouts, offering a playground, an exercise court and four lighted tennis courts. A dog-friendly trail and picnic areas round out the space. Nearby, Belgatos Park has acres of natural woodland trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. The trails connect to larger systems in the Heintz Open Space preserve. A short drive away in the foothills, Almaden Quicksilver County Park offers more than 37 miles of multiuse trails through oak woodlands, open meadows and chaparral-covered hillsides with views of the Santa Clara Valley. "The trails go on forever," Constantino says.
Belgatos Park is the perfect place for morning hike in De Voss-Leigh.
Heintz Open Space offers lush spaces to hike through and explore.
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Neighborhood eateries and regional shopping are within reach
Plenty of restaurant options are inside the neighborhood. You can grab a bite at these spots:
Lele Kitchen, a farm-to-table restaurant blending local ingredients with Eastern European flavors
Pho Spot, a casual Vietnamese eatery offering noodle soups, rice plates and banh mi sandwiches
Kenz Coffee Bar, a specialty coffee shop in a vintage Airstream trailer serving handcrafted espresso drinks
Mix Huevos, a popular breakfast and lunch diner known for its classic American fare
Several retail corridors are just outside the neighborhood. You can find grocery stores, major retailers and regional malls along state Route 85, Blossom Hill Road and Almaden Expressway. In nearby Campbell, you can check out the Campbell Farmers' Market, a year-round Sunday market filled with local produce and homemade goods. "The Campbell farmers market has a down-to-earth feel," Constantino says. "It's a good mix of people."
Many retail centers are in and around the neighborhood.
Many people shop for fresh produce at the Campbell Farmers' Market.
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People can enjoy live music in downtown Los Gatos during weekly events.
Nearby Campbell and Los Gatos host annual events
Since De Voss-Leigh is a quiet residential area, the closest community events and festivals are in neighboring Campbell and Los Gatos. Popular ones include:
Boogie Music Festival, a free two-day event each May with live performances and artisan booths
Music in the Park, a free summer concert series on Sunday evenings at the Civic Center Lawn
Jazz on the Plazz, a weekly Wednesday evening music series from June through August
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De Voss-Leigh Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in De Voss-Leigh, San Jose sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in De Voss-Leigh, San Jose over the last 12 months is $2,150,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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