$2,076,930Average Value$1,383Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Hathaway is a commuter-friendly community close to shopping
Hathaway offers a convenient location in west San Jose, close to shopping centers along Saratoga Avenue, without sacrificing suburban character. It's popular for families with younger children — there's a neighborhood park close by, sidewalks make it easy to walk around and kids can go to top-rated schools. Commuters have easy access to major tech employers like Apple, along with highways like Interstate 280.
Hathaway is a mostly suburban enclave in San Jose.
Walking paths and sidewalks are plentiful throughout the community.
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Prices of midcentury homes on uniform lots
One-story ranch-style homes from the 1950s and ‘60s make up most of the neighborhood, with some two-story properties sprinkled throughout. Lots are typically compact and uniform with flat grassy front lawns and manicured shrubbery. Prices vary widely, based on size and recent renovations. Most homes sell for between $1.3 million and $2.3 million. Larger builds with over 1,600 square feet can sell for up to $2.8 million. Though commuters still have good access to employment centers and major tech companies, the housing market in Hathaway isn’t as competitive as other areas in Silicon Valley. “There’s more demand close to the San Francisco area, especially around Palo Alto,” says Sylvia Pollifrone, a local Realtor at Keller Williams Bay Area Estates with over 45 years of experience. “Farther south, it gets more suburban.”
Ranch-style homes are plentiful in Hathaway.
Most homes date to the 1950s and '60s.
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The neighborhood is served by top-rated public and private schools
Moreland School District serves kids in elementary and middle school. Latimer School and Moreland Middle School, both top rated, are in Hathaway, making the area a good option for families who want to walk their kids to school. Older students attend Campbell Union High School District, which includes the top-rated Prospect High School. Technology-focused programs there include computer programming classes and a competitive robotics team. The school also has its own observatory, which is used in its astronomy program. In addition to public schools, there are several highly sought-after private options nearby. The Harker School, which serves all grade levels, and Archbishop Mitty High School are both top-rated institutions.
Latimer Elementary School is one of the top elementary schools in the area.
Moreland Middle School is a top-rated school within Moreland School District.
Campbell Union High School District and Prospect High School serve the neighborhood.
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Hathaway is bisected by Saratoga Avenue, with easy access to Interstate 280.
Short commutes to several major Silicon Valley companies
Less than 10 miles from downtown San Jose, Hathaway appeals to Silicon Valley commuters with its convenient location near several major headquarters. “The proximity to highways is good,” Pollifrone says. “You’re closer to bigger tech companies like Apple’s mothership, the main campus.” Apple and Nvidia are both located around 5 miles away, while LinkedIn, Google and PayPal are within about 15 miles. Nearby highways include Interstate 280 and Lawrence Expressway. A strong network of sidewalks makes the immediate area very walkable, and there are designated bike lanes along Hamilton and Campbell avenues.
Close to Westgate Center and restaurants
Saratoga Avenue is a major commercial corridor on the edge of Hathaway, and some locals can walk. You can head there for:
Westgate Center shopping mall, which includes major retail chains like Nordstrom Rack
Restaurants like Holder’s Country Inn, a diner, and Zeni, which serves Ethiopian
Moonwake Coffee Roasters, a popular café with a wide selection of pastries
Trader Joe’s and other grocery stores
Locals shop for groceries nearby at Trader Joe's.
Westgate Center is home to dozens of retail stores and national chains.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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4
Larceny
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4
Crime Score
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Hathaway Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hathaway, San Jose sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Hathaway, San Jose over the last 12 months is $2,075,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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