$1,549,502Average Value$992Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Morrill is a walkable community popular among first-time buyers in San Jose
The walkable streets of Morrill are lined by well-kept front yards and mature coast live oak trees, less than a mile from the shopping centers of Landess and Morrill avenues. The community is bordered by the rolling foothills of Santa Clara County, with nearby hiking trails through the Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve. “It’s a great area for first-time homebuyers,” says Alana George, a local Realtor with Intero Real Estate Services. “You’re close to thoroughfares and public transit, so it's an easy commute for those working in the big tech companies in the area like Cisco and Adobe.” Around 10 miles northeast Downtown San Jose, the neighborhood features 1970s architecture within a short walk of highly rated public schools and popular shopping hubs.
The Morrill neighborhood features well-kept homes near parks and Silicon Valley hubs.
A quiet residential street with well-kept ranch homes in the Morrill neighborhood.
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Cape Cods and ranch-style homes over $1 million in Morrill
Cape Cods, ranch-style homes and split-levels make up Morrill’s housing scene, and most have small fenced-in backyards within a few feet of their next-door neighbors. Similar to surrounding San Jose communities, it’s rare to find a home listed for less than $1 million. Single-family houses range from $1.3 million to $2.2 million, with prices increasing with square footage and recent renovations. There is a selection of two and three-bedroom condos bordering Landess Avenue with price tags from about $700,000 to $850,000. The neighborhood has a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out 10, lower than the national average of 4.
A Cape Cod-style home in Morrill features dormer windows and subtle stone accents at the entry.
A charming ranch-style home in Morrill features a bay window and fresh landscaping.
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A-minus schools with varied electives and career academies
Laneview Elementary School and Morrill Middle School are both within the neighborhood and earn A-minus overall grades from Niche. Morrill Middle, home of the Tigers, has a variety of extracurriculars and elective offerings, from Music Appreciation and Life Skills courses to coding and writing clubs. Independence High School, also rated A-minus, is around 5 miles south and offers six magnet programs and career academies where students can earn hands-on experience in areas like finance, construction, teaching and automotive transportation.
Laneview Elementary School, located at 2095 Warmwood Ln, serves K–5 students in Morrill, offering a supportive environment focused on academic excellence and community engagement.
As part of the Berryessa Union School District, Morrill Middle School provides students in the Morrill area with a supportive community focused on academic and personal growth.
Independence High School, near Morrill, offers diverse academic and career programs for students.
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Authentic Vietnamese cuisine and nearby supermarkets
The Northwood Square shopping center on the west side of Morrill is home to Target and a handful of local businesses. Pho Mai #1 is a late-night spot serving Vietnamese dishes from pho to banh mi. “We have a diverse population in San Jose and a lot of authentic Vietnamese restaurants,” George says. “We have a large Vietnamese population, and pho is one of the most popular dishes in the area.” The Skewer Bar offers authentic Chinese cuisine, while Valerio’s Tropical Bake Shop serves baked goods, tea and coffee. Across the street, locals can pick up their groceries at the Seafood City supermarket or have a curry dish from Mr. Biryani. Great Mall is a short drive west and has more than 200 outlet and value retail stores. Downtown San Jose is around 10 miles southwest and has a wide variety of local businesses, including Vietnamese restaurants and markets.
Target at Northwood Square offers Morrill neighbors easy access to essentials and more.
Pho Mai #1 near Morrill serves pho, banh mi, and more in a casual late-night setting.
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Hiking in the Foothills and sports facilities within a short walk
A short walk south of Morrill, Berryessa Creek Park has picnic tables, a large playground and a softball field. The 17-acre Cataldi Park is a popular spot among walkers and tennis players, with walking trails, sports facilities, open field space and a splash pad. “The East Foothills are just east of the community and are full of parks and hiking areas,” George says. This includes the nearby Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve with miles of hiking and biking trails that wind over 6 miles through rolling grasslands that serve as habitats for golden eagles, mountain lions and gray foxes.
Berryessa Creek Park offers shady walking paths close to the Morrill neighborhood.
The East Foothills border Morrill with trails at Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve.
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Easy commutes to major engineering industry employers
Interstate 680 lies just west of the neighborhood and spans around 15 miles north to Fremont and 10 miles south to Downtown San Jose. “You have several public transportation options in the area," George says. “A large percentage of our population works in the engineering industry, with major employers nearby on the northside of town.” The light rail system runs nearby and can be accessed from Capitol Avenue and connects riders to Oakland and San Francisco. The Valley Transportation Authority also operates the area’s bus routes, with nearby stops along Landess Avenue.
Interstate 680 runs just west of Morrill, connecting to Fremont and Downtown San Jose.
Morrill residents connect to BART and VTA rail lines at nearby Milpitas Transit Center.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Morrill
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Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Morrill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Morrill, San Jose sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Morrill, San Jose over the last 12 months is $1,565,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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