West San Jose
Neighborhood in San Jose, California
Santa Clara County 95070, 95129
Homely Craftsmans and elegant manors
The sea of homes that spread across West San Jose shines in the area’s sprawling suburban landscape. Craftsman bungalows and ranch-style builds primarily line these winding roads and cul-de-sacs with style, and elegant two-story builds and Mediterranean designs add to the area’s moderately upscale feel. Saratoga’s green surroundings spread into the neighborhood, lining sidewalks with towering trees and manicured shrubs. Townhouses like Regency Park and The Vineyards provide simplified dwellings with exclusive amenities like pools and clubhouse access. Townhouses range from $700,000 to $1.9 million, depending on the property. Single-family homes range from $2 million for a three-bedroom ranch-style build to $3.8 million for a spacious five-bedroom estate.
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BMX in the valley, archery in the mountains
West San Jose’s dense residential surroundings leave plenty of room for neighborhood parks and green spaces. Calabazas Park sits along South Blaney Avenue offering tennis courts, horseshoe pits and a thrilling BMX track. Kevin Moran Park steps up the tranquility with a meditation garden, plus playgrounds and bocce courts for community fun. Local outdoorsmen might want something a bit more reclusive though. In that case, they choose to drive a little less than 5 miles west to visit Steven Creek County Park for hiking trails, lake fishing and archery. "You've got downtown in one direction and the mountains in the other, so we’re literally right in the middle of Silicon Valley,” says Slater.
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Nationally-ranked schools
Kids living in West San Jose have access to some of the area’s most popular schools, with many possible paths depending on where in the neighborhood they reside. Some start at Dilworth Elementary School, which Niche gives an A-minus while ranking it in the top 15% of all public elementary schools in California. It’s an easy transition to Miller Middle School around the corner. Niche grants it an A and ranks it No. 78 in their list of best public middle schools in the Bay Area. Finally, Lynbrook High School, located right across the street, gets an A-plus score and is ranked in the top 2% of all public high schools in America by Niche.
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Seed swaps and STEAM clubs
The Westgate Center is a good place to go for public events that bring out members of the West San Jose Community, such as meet and greets with professional football players in the Bay Area. The local library branch, located across from Calabazas Park, is another popular spot to go for meeting members of the community through events such as gardening seed swaps, family story time and a weekly STEAM club for neighborhood kids.
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Cyclists travel safely
Several major roadways throughout the neighborhood connect with Interstate 280, offering access to commuter routes into downtown. Because of its winding, segmented streets, walkability in the neighborhood leaves more to be desired. Cyclists are afforded dedicated bike lanes on many major roads in West San Jose. And with bus routes running on most major roads, those who rely on public transportation can head into downtown without a car.Proximity to Westgate, Santana Row shopping
The convenient place in Silicon Valley puts residents within minutes of major shopping centers. Take care of any errand by connecting with Prospect Road and heading to Westgate Center, a go-to destination for department stores, shopping adventures and casual spots for a bite to eat. Those who'd rather avoid the mall crowds can head to Orchard Farms Shopping Center and shop at Safeway instead. Even away from the busy streets of Westgate, plenty of tasty food choices are right within reach of the neighborhood. Many locals start the day with a stop at Tea Top, the main spot in the area for fragrant teas and boba drinks. Others prefer to keep their dinner plans simple by picking up a pie from Cicero’s Pizza, a local favorite since 1968.
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Max Morse
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Daniel Xi
Daniel Xi
Coldwell Banker Realty
(562) 449-4817
293 Total Sales
15 in West San Jose
$1.6M - $4.8M Price Range
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Daniel Winkler
Daniel Winkler
Winkler Real Estate Group
(510) 871-8855
160 Total Sales
1 in West San Jose
$3,100,000 Price
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Linda Baker
Linda Baker
Milestone Realty
(669) 202-2676
92 Total Sales
1 in West San Jose
$3,325,000 Price
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Steven Wen
Steven Wen
Keller Williams Thrive
(669) 279-4702
87 Total Sales
2 in West San Jose
$2.3M - $2.7M Price Range
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Bill Robertson
Bill Robertson
Coldwell Banker Realty
(562) 280-2922
73 Total Sales
3 in West San Jose
$692K - $3.4M Price Range
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Amol Heda
Amol Heda
KW Bay Area Estates
(669) 221-8510
51 Total Sales
1 in West San Jose
$3,400,000 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
Brookglen Park
- Basketball
- Playground
Kevin Moran Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Rainbow Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Azule Park
Murdock Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Calabazas Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West San Jose | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West San Jose Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West San Jose, San Jose sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West San Jose, San Jose over the last 12 months is $3,268,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$2,950,000
Median Sale Price
$3,268,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$3,350,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$950,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-9%
Last 12 months Home Sales
259
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,644
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,685
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
1963
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,961
On par with the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,156
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
750
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1411am - 1pm
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Saturday, Jun 142 - 4pm
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Saturday, Jun 141:30 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
15,884
Median Age
49
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$228,614
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$225,819
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
80.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
47.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29
/ 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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