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Paynes

Paynes

Neighborhood in San Jose, California

Santa Clara County 95130

$2,215,469 Average Value
$1,244 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Quiet residential neighborhood in western San Jose

Paynes is a residential western San Jose neighborhood popular with homebuyers looking for proximity to Silicon Valley’s world-renowned tech giants. With a Mediterranean-like climate, highly ranked public schools and access to premier shopping options, it is a sought-after enclave where homes sell fast and usually above asking price. Paynes is quiet, with wide, suburban roads, sidewalks and shady oak trees, and it’s also right down the road from retail plazas and about 8 miles from downtown San Jose. Downtown Campbell is a short 2-mile drive away.

Paynes is a sought-after residential neighborhood in West San Jose.
Paynes is a sought-after residential neighborhood in West San Jose.
Paynes is 2 miles from downtown Campbell.
Paynes is 2 miles from downtown Campbell.
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Homes cost between $1.5 million and $3 million

Single-family homes in this area start at around $1.5 million and can cost up to approximately $3 million. Craftsman bungalows and ranch-style homes line suburban streets, with traditional midcentury, Spanish and Mediterranean-inspired architectural touches. Sidewalks line the neighborhood with tall cypress, oak and pine trees casting shadows from the persistent sun. Many homes also have paved driveways, attached garages and small front lawns. Although most homeowners choose to park in their garages, street parking is also available throughout the neighborhood.

Single-story and two-story homes are available in Paynes.
Single-story and two-story homes are available in Paynes.
Ranch styles with midcentury Spanish are plentiful in Paynes.
Ranch styles with midcentury Spanish are plentiful in Paynes.
Craftsman bungalows start around $1.5 million in Paynes.
Craftsman bungalows start around $1.5 million in Paynes.
Wide, spacious streets with walking paths in the Paynes neighborhood.
Wide, spacious streets with walking paths in the Paynes neighborhood.
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Private and public school options

Students in this area are served by the Moreland School District, which has an overall A-minus rating on Niche. Young learners in kindergarten through fifth grade can jumpstart their academic journeys at Payne Elementary School, which earns an A-minus rating and is considered a certified National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education. Moreland Middle School is also rated A-minus and serves grades six through eight; students can finish their secondary education at Prospect High School, an A-rated institution that recently underwent a multimillion-dollar campus renovation and update. Leonard also notes that many families move to this neighborhood to send their children to the Harker School, a standout, A-plus-rated private institution named the sixth-best STEM school in the country per Niche’s 2025 rankings. “A lot of people who live in that area want the option for whether to send their kids to public or private schools,” says Saundra Leonard, a Realtor with Keller Williams Bay Area Estates who has more than 30 years of real estate experience.

Payne Elementary School in the Paynes neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
Payne Elementary School in the Paynes neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
Educational opportunities abound at Moreland Middle.
Educational opportunities abound at Moreland Middle.
Prospect High School focuses on the higher education of its students.
Prospect High School focuses on the higher education of its students.
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Spending the day at Hathaway Park

Paynes residents can turn to Hathaway Park to spend the day outside; this 7.7-acre outdoor space has picnic areas, a playground and an athletic complex with soccer and baseball fields, basketball courts and exercise courses. John D. Morgan Park is approximately 2 miles south of the neighborhood in the city of Campbell and spans roughly 32 acres. Here, coniferous trees line paved walking paths, and families can use Little League fields and picnic areas for weekend activities. Adjacent to the park is the Campbell Community Center, a popular spot with a pool and a large outdoor green space surrounded by a running track.

Enjoy a brisk morning walk at John D. Morgan Park in Paynes.
Enjoy a brisk morning walk at John D. Morgan Park in Paynes.
Hathaway Park is the Paynes neighborhood’s 7.7-acre outdoor space with picnic areas.
Hathaway Park is the Paynes neighborhood’s 7.7-acre outdoor space with picnic areas.
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Nearby shopping centers and dining options

Paynes is almost entirely residential, but the neighborhood offers convenient access to several commercial centers for daily shopping and dining needs. The Redwoods Shopping Center sits just across the street and has a Safeway grocery store and a PetSmart. This shopping center also houses several local restaurants, including Hash House, a popular brunch spot serving fresh breakfast and lunch dishes. Tapsilog Bistro is another nearby eatery specializing in Filipino cuisine from a creative and unassuming island-themed storefront. Paynes is also located only 3 miles from San Jose’s largest shopping area. “You can really talk about neighborhoods in western San Jose without mentioning the Westfield Mall and Santana Row,” Leonard says. “They’re both major shopping hot spots that draw in people from all over South Bay.” Between the two of them, these commercial meccas feature dozens of luxury clothing stores, national retailers, fine dining restaurants, specialty shops, department stores, cafes and more.

Santana Row is a premiere shopping destination near Paynes.
Santana Row is a premiere shopping destination near Paynes.
Hash House, is a local favorite for breakfast and lunch in Paynes.
Hash House, is a local favorite for breakfast and lunch in Paynes.
Tapsilog Bistro provides a variety of local and delicious wines for people to enjoy.
Tapsilog Bistro provides a variety of local and delicious wines for people to enjoy.
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Getting around western San Jose and Silicon Valley

Residents in Paynes can access the Lawrence Expressway to the west of the neighborhood and the San Tomas Expressway, which borders the neighborhood to the east. Both expressways connect to Interstate 280, a major regional thoroughfare connecting to downtown San Jose and Silicon Valley. Most residents in this area prefer to drive their cars, but public transit options like buses and light rails are available and operated by the Valley Transportation Authority. San Jose Mineta International Airport is about 8 miles away, and the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is approximately 4 miles away.

Paynes offering top schools, convenient shopping and access to freeways for homebuyers.
Paynes offering top schools, convenient shopping and access to freeways for homebuyers.
Paynes residents can take the bus on W Hamilton Ave.
Paynes residents can take the bus on W Hamilton Ave.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Norman Y Mineta San Jose International

13 min drive

Bus

Hamilton & Mendenhall

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Paynes US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$2,335,000
Median Single Family Price
$2,380,000
Median Townhouse Price
$1,490,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,244
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
36
Months of Supply
0.70
Median List Price
$1,893,260
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-17%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
798
Median Year Built
1960
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,606
Below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,695
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,135
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Open Houses

  • Friday, May 9
    5 - 7pm

    1389 Stockbridge Dr, San Jose, CA 95130

    $2,849,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,585 Sq Ft
    • 1389 Stockbridge Dr
    • New 1 day ago

    Nestled in the heart of West San Jose, this 4-bed, 3-bath home welcomes you through elegant double doors. The cozy living room features built-in entertainment cabinets, surround sound, and space for a 72-inch TV, perfect for movie nights and relaxing moments. Steps away, the open kitchen and dining area shine with tuxedo cabinets, a center island/breakfast bar, state-of-the-art appliances, and a

    Benjamin Frieden KW Bay Area Estates

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,704
Median Age
40
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$109,067
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$144,611

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.1%
College Graduates
47.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

33 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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