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What daily life looks like in the Hillview North neighborhood
Hillview North is a large, suburban-style neighborhood in east San Jose with a strong sense of routine. During the week, commuters use the Highway 101/Interstate 680 interchange to reach Silicon Valley jobs, and kids bike to and from neighborhood schools. In the evenings and on the weekends, people shop and dine along Story Road or take kids to Emma Prusch Farm Park to play. Overall, it’s a relaxed, established community that keeps people connected to the whole city without being in the center of it.
Spanish-style homes are typical of this area.
Home styles, lot sizes and prices in Hillview North
The neighborhood has several subdivisions, but the community’s overall look is consistent. Residential streets mainly offer single-family homes from the mid- to late 1900s, with some infill housing from the early 2000s. Styles range from Spanish Revivals and bungalows to New Traditional and ranch-style homes. Homes usually sit close to their neighbors, but some lots are spacious enough for a mid-size lawn and a multi-car driveway. “Compared to Mayfair or Santee, buyers usually get more space here,” says Oanh Nguyen, Realtor and loan officer with On Realty Group Inc.
Hillview North is typically considered a friendly option for first-time homebuyers. “You get a lot of home for the price here,” says Realtor Tracy Webb with Coldwell Banker Commercial Realty. Home prices typically start in the low $700,000s and reach about $1.2 million. “Homes are often purchased as owner-occupied now, so the number of rentals is going down,” Webb says.
How residents commute using highways and VTA public transit
Hillview North is well-located for commuters. Drivers have access to the Highway 101 and Interstate 680 interchange, which connects to job centers around San Jose and the Silicon Valley. The neighborhood also has the East Capitol Expressway, which leads to the nearest VTA Orange Line light rail stop. When it comes to alternate ways for getting around, “walkability is decent for everyday things like groceries, restaurants and schools, and VTA access is there, but most people still drive,” Nguyen says.
Sylvia Cassell Elementary School is a public school located in Hillview North.
Families have access to local schools and open enrollment options
Students here usually attend schools in the Alum Rock Union Elementary and East Side Union High school district, but local open enrollment and transfer policies give families some flexibility around attendance. Many kids are within walking and biking distance of several neighborhood schools, like Hubbard Media Arts Academy, Anthony Dorsa Elementary School and KIPP Prize Preparatory Academy.
Farms, community gardens and playgrounds draw people outside
Many popular green spaces are in the neighborhood. “The parks are definitely used by locals,” Nguyen says. “You’ll always see families, kids playing soccer, people walking or community events happening.” Local favorites include:
Emma Prusch Farm Park, a former dairy farm known for its community gardens, fruit orchards, picnic areas and community programming
Hillview Park, a traditional park offering a playground, open fields and a community center
Capitol Park, a sports-friendly space with facilities for basketball, tennis, baseball and soccer
Kids can climb on the jungle gym at Hillview Park.
Check out the animal stalls, gardens and natural areas at Emma Pusch Farm Park.
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Shopping centers and local eats line Story Road
Several shopping and dining options are in the neighborhood. Shopping centers like Plaza de San Jose, Mi Pueblo Plaza and La Placita Tropicana offer a variety of major retailers, casual restaurants and grocery stores at the intersection of South King Street and Story Road. Small businesses and locally owned taquerias line other sections of Story Road.
Pick up groceries at Cardenas Markets along Story Road.
Target offers many daily needs, from clothing to household items.
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Traffic and noise levels vary by street
Roads like East Capitol Expressway, Story Road and the highway interchange are regularly busy, which can lead to more noise and congestion during commute times. However, not all parts of the neighborhood are impacted by the uptick. “Yes, some parts near 101 and 680 do get traffic and freeway noise, but honestly it depends on the street,” Nguyen says. “Once you get into the interior neighborhoods, many areas feel pretty quiet and residential.” People living near the Reid-Hillview County Airport may occasionally hear small aircraft overhead.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Hillview North
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
3
4
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Hillview North Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hillview North, San Jose sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Hillview North, San Jose over the last 12 months is $960,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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