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Del Robles

Del Robles

$974,795 Average Value
$733 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Del Robles offers varied housing, parks and commuter access

Located in the Blossom Valley area of south San Jose, Del Robles combines a practical setting with a variety of housing choices. The neighborhood is especially popular with first-time buyers thanks to its large selection of condos and townhomes. Commuters appreciate the area's quick access to state Route 85 and VTA light rail service, which takes you to major San Jose job hubs. Nearby retail centers, city schools and the expansive amenities of Martial Cottle Park add to the community's appeal.

Condos and single-family homes have first-time buyer-friendly prices

Del Robles offers a blend of single-family homes, condos and townhouses from the late 1960s to the early 1990s. Many have been updated over the years with remodeled kitchens, refreshed bathrooms and energy-efficient upgrades like solar panels and dual-pane windows. Single-family homes tend to have one or two stories and a wide range of Spanish Revival, contemporary or ranch-style architecture. Townhouses and condos are typically part of larger attached complexes managed by homeowners associations. These communities usually have shared community amenities and private parking.

"There are fewer single-family homes and a higher percentage of condos here, which keeps housing prices more accessible for first-time buyers," says Erfan Modir, Realtor with Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. Condo and townhome prices range from the upper $500,000s to the upper $800,000s, while single-family homes usually cost between $1.3 million and $1.9 million.

Spanish Revival homes are common in the community.
Spanish Revival homes are common in the community.
Many homes have contemporary architectural details.
Many homes have contemporary architectural details.
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Del Robles has quick access to the VTA light rail Blue Line.
Del Robles has quick access to the VTA light rail Blue Line.

Getting around Del Robles by car, light rail or bike

"The Del Robles community is a good fit for those who are trying to get started in the Bay Area," Modir says. "It's also close to highways, allowing for an easier commute." State Route 85 and Blossom Hill Road pass through the neighborhood, connecting drivers to state Routes 87 and 82 and Highway 101. While most commuters drive, the area has VTA bus service and two light rail stations: Blossom Hill and Snell. Both are on the Blue Line, a direct route to downtown San Jose. The neighborhood is also walkable and bikeable for local errands.

While residential streets are usually shielded from daily traffic, people living closer to state Route 85 will hear cars passing regularly, even with the sound barrier along the freeway.

Many kids attend Leonard Herman Intermediate School.
Many kids attend Leonard Herman Intermediate School.

Local schools offer STEM and career-focused programs

Students are assigned to the Oak Grove and East Side Union High school districts. Middle schoolers usually attend the highly rated Leonard Herman Intermediate School, which has the AdVENTURE STEM program that emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning. Students may then head to Oak Grove High School, which offers dual enrollment courses through the Silicon Valley Career Technical Education school.

Shopping and dining options line major roads, like Blossom Hill

Several retail hubs surround the intersection of Snell Avenue and Blossom Hill Road. You can pick up prescriptions at CVS, browse the aisles at Michaels or get groceries at Smart & Final Extra! Each shopping center also has a variety of restaurants, like:

  • Pearl River Chinese Restaurant, which serves classic Chinese-American dishes
  • Aqui Blossom Valley, known for its margarita-sangria swirls and Cal-Mex tacos
  • Phin Cafe, which offers Vietnamese phin-dripped coffee, creative bubble tea drinks and banh mi
  • Angelo's Italian Restaurant, known for its hand-tossed pizzas since 1969
More options are a 3-mile drive away in areas like Santa Teresa and Playa Del Rey. Both have dozens of major retailers, supermarkets and regional destinations, like Westfield Oakridge shopping mall.

Blossom Valley Plaza is one of many retail centers nearby.
Blossom Valley Plaza is one of many retail centers nearby.
People are a short drive from Westfield Oakridge.
People are a short drive from Westfield Oakridge.
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Explore trails, gardens and farms at Martial Cottle Park

Martial Cottle Park is one of the neighborhood’s biggest attractions. This former ranch and farm owned by the Cottle family was donated to the county with the stipulation that it remain an educational agricultural park. Today, it's a multifaceted public space with working 4-H farms, educational hubs and recreation areas. "It's a beautiful place to get exercise," says Joe Territo, a long-time area resident who runs a small Christmas tree stand at the edge of the park. "You might see coyotes or cottontails, and there are a ton of squirrels." Some of its amenities include:

  • Over 3 miles of trails for walking, biking and horseback riding
  • Scenic picnic areas near orchards and open fields
  • The Rusty Areias Community Garden
  • Uncle Monte's Discovery Farm
  • A visitor center filled with local history exhibits

Go biking together at Martial Cottle Park.
Go biking together at Martial Cottle Park.
Martial Cottle Park celebrates local agricultural history.
Martial Cottle Park celebrates local agricultural history.
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Seasonal festivals add more to do at Martial Cottle Park

Martial Cottle Park occasionally hosts community events. Every year, Spring Garden Fair offers free gardening talks and a plant sale. In autumn, there's the Fall Festival, where people enjoy live music, agricultural workshops and pumpkin patch tours. Local food vendors and artisan booths are spread throughout the festival grounds.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Norman Y Mineta San Jose International

17 min drive

Subway

Blossom Hill Station

Bus

Blossom Hill & Entrada Cedros

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Del Robles US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,234
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,614
Below the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,027
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
895
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
3
Median Rent
$4,200
Median Single Family Home Rent
$5,500
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$6,800
Median Condo Rent
$3,875

Demographics

Total Population
3,521
Median Age
40
Population Density
16 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$123,403
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$143,690

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.5%
On par with the national average
89%
College Graduates
51.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.6%
% Population in Labor Force
67.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

50 / 100

Some public transit

Transit®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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