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Kooser has a laid-back suburban atmosphere near a few major highways.
Kooser combines a residential feel with convenient access
Located in southwest San Jose, Kooser is a small residential community near the Santa Cruz foothills. Homebuyers are often drawn to the area's suburban atmosphere, highly rated schools and convenient access to major commuting routes, like state Route 85 and Almaden Expressway. People live close to a variety of neighborhood parks and natural spaces, as well as popular retail and restaurant corridors. For entertainment, you can easily head to other parts of San Jose's Cambrian district to attend events and explore attractions.
Million-dollar ranch-style homes dominate streets across the area
The neighborhood mostly has single-family homes from the late 1950s to the 1990s. Most have New Traditional and ranch-style architecture, although stately Spanish Revivals are also around. A few parts of the neighborhood have multifamily complexes or HOA-managed condo communities. Home prices here are typical of many established San Jose neighborhoods. Buyers can find three- to four-bedroom houses on spacious lots selling between $1.2 million and $2.3 million.
Many lawns are immaculately manicured with flowers and shrubs.
Large ranch-style homes are a staple of the area.
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Lietz Elementary School serves kindergarten through fifth-grade students in Kooser.
Kids can walk and bike to Lietz Elementary or Stratford School
Students attend the Union School District for elementary and middle school and the Campbell Union High School District. Lietz Elementary School offers special programs like Art Vistas and Project Cornerstone within the neighborhood. Many kids can walk or bike to class each day. The community is also home to the highly rated Stratford School, a popular private option.
The neighborhood has quick access to state Route 85.
Kooser has easy highway access with a quieter feel than downtown
Most people commute by car. Drivers have immediate access to state Route 85, as well as main roads like Camden Avenue and the Almaden Expressway. Each connects to different job centers within San Jose and the Bay Area. While main roads can occasionally increase noise and congestion in the area, the neighborhood has a much calmer atmosphere than Downtown San Jose, 9 miles away. "It's a little far from downtown, but some people prefer it that way," says Ryan Anderson, local librarian at the San Jose Public Library. "There are a lot of people who commute to the city and deal with all the hustle and bustle all day, but they get to come home to something more peaceful."
Local businesses line the Blossom Hill and Camden corridors
There are dining options along Camden Avenue and Blossom Hill Road. Grab a quick meal or a coffee to go at nearby fast-food chains, or check out locally owned spots like:
Mix Huevos, a breakfast and lunch spot known for its creative eggs Benedict combos
Sushi Masa, a Japanese restaurant with a wide selection of sushi, sashimi and handrolls
Via Mia Pizza, a counter-service pizzeria selling specialty pies, like gyro and chipotle chicken
The Barbeque Pit, a relaxed favorite for brisket, pulled pork and craft beer
Just outside the neighborhood, Princeton Plaza Mall is a popular spot to shop. The retail hub has a variety of businesses, from a Planet Fitness and a Michaels craft store to a Walgreens pharmacy and an Outdoor Supply Hardware store. People can also find many grocery stores, major retailers and regional malls along state Route 85 and Almaden Expressway.
Via Mia Pizza makes its dough and sauces in-house from fresh ingredients.
People usually pick up groceries at Safeway.
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Play a round of pickleball at Lone Hill Park.
People play at De Anza Park or hike through Belgatos Park
Kooser has quick access to many natural spaces and recreational corridors. De Anza and Lone Hill parks are the go-to neighborhood hangouts, offering traditional amenities like playgrounds, sports courts and picnic areas. Nearby spots like Guadalupe Oak Grove and Belgatos parks have acres of multiuse trails for hiking and biking. At Almaden Lake Park, people stroll along lakefront paths or try catch-and-release fishing.
Nearby Cambrian and Willow Glen host community events
Most local events are hosted in nearby communities. A few popular ones include:
Music in the Valley Festival, a free spring celebration at Cambrian Park Plaza
Willow Glen Farmers' Market, a weekly Saturday morning market in nearby Willow Glen
Glen Fest, a one-day fall gathering in Willow Glen, celebrating the community
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kooser
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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
Kooser Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kooser, San Jose sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Kooser, San Jose over the last 12 months is $1,773,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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