$1,671,525Average Value$1,176Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
Ruskin features suburban living with walkability to parks and schools
With modest midcentury homes on quiet streets, Ruskin offers suburban living in North San Jose’s Berryessa district. It’s a sought-after bedroom community with easy access to Silicon Valley, and it has walkability to highly rated schools and local parks. It’s about 6 miles from North San Jose’s booming tech center and 10 miles from the city’s downtown district. “A lot of people move to Berryessa for the schools. They’ve got highly rated schools and it’s a safe area, but it’s more affordable than Silicon Valley, which has some of the highest prices in the Bay Area,” says Realtor Randall Ramirez of JMG Realty, a longtime area resident. “It’s suburban. It’s a little way from the hustle and bustle of the city.”
Midcentury ranch-style homes on quiet, walkable streets
Ruskin’s homes were largely built in the 1960s, '70s and '80s, with ranch-style homes being the most common. The streets are quiet and lined with sidewalks, manicured lawns and mature trees, making it easy to walk or bike around the neighborhood. Lot sizes are modest, and houses sit fairly close together with small yards. Prices range from approximately $1.5 million to $2.3 million, placing it slightly below the San Jose median price but well above the national median. The neighborhood gets a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
Highly rated public schools close to home
Students in Ruskin attend highly rated public schools, beginning with Ruskin Elementary School, which earns an A-minus rating from Niche. The school is in the neighborhood, making it easily accessible by foot or bike for both children and parents. The next steps are Sierramont Middle School and Piedmont Hills High School. Both schools have A ratings. Approximately 93% of Piedmont Hills High graduates proceed to a two- or four-year college or university.
Outdoor spaces for walking, biking and family outings
Several parks are close to the neighborhood, including the playgrounds and sports fields at Ruskin Elementary School and Piedmont Hills High School. Cataldi Park, about a mile north, offers 17 acres of open space. It features tennis courts, picnic areas and playgrounds, and its trails make it a popular spot for walking dogs and biking. About 3 miles south, Penitencia Creek Park boasts 38 acres of greenery, complete with playgrounds, picnic areas, and trails. Santa Clara County’s sprawling mountains, meadows and nature reserves are just a few miles away for more outdoor adventures. “The East Hills have some great hiking, and depending on where you’re going, you can get there in about 5 minutes,” Ramirez says.
Local dining and grocery options are a mile from the neighborhood
The nearest shopping and dining destinations are found around the intersection of Berryessa Road and Capitol Avenue, about a mile south of the neighborhood. Casual dining options include local favorites such as Lee’s Sandwiches and Jade China, as well as takeout restaurants like Round Table Pizza and Mountain Mike’s. For groceries, residents can head to Safeway or Dai-Than Supermarket, which specializes in Asian goods. Target, Trader Joe’s and Home Depot are within a 5-mile drive.
Easy access to BART, I-680 and the San Jose airport
Ruskin is just over a mile from Interstate 680, a major Bay Area commuter corridor. It’s about 3 miles to the Berryessa BART station, where passengers can catch trains from North San Jose to San Francisco and the East Bay. “It’s the southern-most BART stop, and it’ll take you all over the Bay Area,” Ramirez says. The nearest hospital is the Regional Medical Center, about 3 miles south. San Jose Mineta International Airport is about 5 miles west.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Ruskin
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Ruskin Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,723,000
Median Sale Price
$1,817,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,817,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
-12%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,176
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes
433
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1973
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,539
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,460
Median Age
43
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21%
Population over 65
18.3%
Finances
Median Household Income
$140,776
Average Household Income
$174,085
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
78%
College Graduates
39.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.6%
% Population in Labor Force
63.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
44/ 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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
