Why Live in Chantillery
Chantillery, a suburb in South San Jose, is known for its proximity to nature and lower home prices. The neighborhood is bordered by Santa Teresa Boulevard to the north and Bernal Road to the west, with Highways 101 and 85 just 2 miles away, providing easy access to Silicon Valley. Santa Teresa County Park, a 1,673-acre expanse with hiking trails, archery lessons, and guided hikes, borders the southwestern edge of Chantillery. The park also features the Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch and the Santa Teresa Golf Club. Chantillery’s homes range from 1970s townhouses in the west to split-level and ranch-style homes in the east. The area is safer than the national average, with a lower crime risk. Local schools include the highly rated Ann Sobrato High and Stratford School. Shopping and dining options are abundant at Bernal Plaza and Santa Teresa Village, featuring local favorites like Flames Coffee Shop and El Amigo. Public transportation is accessible with the VTA light rail and bus stops nearby, and the Blossom Hill Caltrain station 3 miles away. Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center is 2 miles northwest, and San José Mineta International Airport is 16 miles away. Residents should be aware of the high-risk wildfire areas nearby, including the Diablo Range, and may experience ash and smoke during active wildfires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chantillery a good place to live?
Chantillery is a good place to live. Chantillery is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Chantillery is a suburban neighborhood. Chantillery has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 13.0 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $154,848 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 50.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Chantillery are home owners, with 21.6% of residents renting and 78.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Chantillery can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Chantillery neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Chantillery?
The median home price in Chantillery is $680,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $136,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,520 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $151K a year to afford the median home price in Chantillery. The average household income in Chantillery is $155K.
What are the best public schools in Chantillery?
The best public schools that serve Chantillery are:
What are the best private schools in Chantillery?
The best private schools that serve Chantillery are:
- Stratford School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
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Home Trends in Chantillery, CA
On average, homes in Chantillery, San Jose sell after 5 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Chantillery, San Jose over the last 12 months is $1,790,000, up 372% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,790,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$680,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$285
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$680,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
372%