Playa Del Rey
Ranch-style homes near major thoroughfares
Playa Del Rey is a “hot area in the San Jose region,” Trovato says. “The convenience to major freeways and the suburban lifestyle make this a sought-out place to live.” Residents may hear traffic noise from the nearby West Valley Freeway and Blossom Hill Road, but the neighborhood’s gently curving streets and cul-de-sacs give it a secluded feel. Most homes are 1970s ranch-style and split-level with attached garages, paved driveways and yards large enough for an ornamental tree; 21st-century Mediterranean-style New Traditional homes can be found in the neighborhood’s east.In April 2024, the median home price was $1.4 million, 8% less than San Jose’s median; prices here are up 17% from 2023. A three-bedroom ranch-style home can start at $1.2 million, while a four-bedroom split-level can cost $1.8 million.
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Photography Club at Gunderson High
Local kids can start at Rachel Carson Elementary, which earns a B-minus from Niche, then attend the B-plus-rated Castillero Middle. At the B-rated Gunderson High, students can get involved in clubs for robotics and photography, or sports like badminton and cross country. Nearby private options include the A-plus-rated Valley Christian High.
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A slice of rural life at Martial Cottle Park
Residents can walk to the 4-acre Playa Del Rey Park to shoot some hoops, enjoy a picnic and climb on the playground. To the north, the 287-acre Martial Cottle Park has 3 miles of paved walkways through organic farms, gardens and an orchard; residents can come here to learn about sustainable farming and the Santa Clara Valley’s agricultural history. Residents can also head to the Westfield Oakridge mall for entertainment, including the Bowlero San Jose bowling alley and the Cinemark Century Oakridge 20 XD and ScreenX movie theater.
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Westfield Oakridge has got it all
The Westfield Oakridge shopping mall is in the neighborhood’s west and has almost 100 retailers, including Nordstrom Rack, Living Spaces and Sephora. The mall also has a variety of dining options; residents can savor authentic Japanese sushi at Sanraku or grab a cone of mango chili gelato from La Dolce Vita Gelato. Each Sunday, residents can buy fresh produce at the Farmers Market at Westfield Oakridge. Other grocery options include 99 Ranch Market and Chavez Supermarket.
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Just south of the West Valley Freeway
State Route 85, also called the West Valley Freeway, borders Playa Del Rey to the north, and Blossom Hill Road is to the south. The Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) bus makes several stops along Blossom Hill Road, and residents can board the VTA light rail at the Ohlone-Chynoweth station 1 mile north. With dedicated bike lanes and sidewalks, Playa Del Rey is friendly for cyclists and pedestrians. The Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center is 3 miles east, and San José Mineta International Airport is a 10-mile trip.
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The Fall Festival at Martial Cottle Park
Residents gather at Martial Cottle Park each October for the annual Fall Festival, a celebration of the area’s agricultural history; residents can spend the day admiring antique farm equipment and cars, picking out the perfect pumpkin and browsing local vendors. The park also hosts the annual Spring Garden Fair, an annual plant sale with demonstrations from Master Gardeners.Smoke and ash from nearby wildfires
Playa Del Rey is near Wildland-Urban Interface areas, which have a high risk of wildfire. Though property damage from wildfires here is unlikely, residents may experience smoke and ash from nearby fires in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The last major wildfire was in 2020 when almost 400,000 acres burned in the Diablo Range over 46 days.
Written By
Annie Franklin
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Fabiola Soliemani
Fabiola Soliemani
Synoptic Real Estate Group
(669) 342-0422
51 Total Sales
1 in Playa Del Rey
$1,255,000 Price
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Linda Baker
Linda Baker
Milestone Realty
(669) 202-2676
94 Total Sales
1 in Playa Del Rey
$1,150,000 Price
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Thomas Feng
Thomas Feng
Responds QuicklyReal Brokerage Technologies
(669) 345-4895
65 Total Sales
1 in Playa Del Rey
$1,080,000 Price
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Mei Ling
Mei Ling
Responds Quickly8 Blocks Real Estate
(669) 356-6442
315 Total Sales
1 in Playa Del Rey
$1,600,000 Price
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Helen He
Helen He
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(669) 260-5398
77 Total Sales
1 in Playa Del Rey
$1,170,000 Price
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Ali Quyen Tran
Ali Quyen Tran
Responds QuicklyKW Santa Clara Valley Inc
(669) 333-3774
107 Total Sales
1 in Playa Del Rey
$1,500,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Leif Erikson Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Playa del Rey Park
Chris Hotts Park
Cahalan Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Don Juan Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
William H. Cilker Park
- Trails
- River
- Hiking
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Playa Del Rey | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Playa Del Rey Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Playa Del Rey, San Jose sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Playa Del Rey, San Jose over the last 12 months is $317,000, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Sale Price
$317,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$506,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$509
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
638
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1976
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,666
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,149
Median Age
39
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$123,591
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$153,510
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.3%
College Graduates
49.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.8%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.2%
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®
76
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42
/ 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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Bay area suburban community with freeway access and a large urban farming area
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Local parks, quiet streets and well-rated schools in South San Jose
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Scenic suburb near several parks in South San Jose
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