Why Live in Creekside
Creekside in San Jose, CA, is a neighborhood where single-family homes, including California bungalows, traditional ranch-style, and tri-levels, are nestled under clear skies with views of mountaintops. Many homes, built in the 1960s, feature driveways, attached multicar garages, and varied landscaping, from grass lawns to xeriscaping. The wide, quiet streets are shaded by mature trees, including palms, and some properties have private pools. Residents enjoy outdoor activities at Montgomery Hill Park, which has a 1.2-mile walking trail, and Silver Creek Linear Park, offering a basketball court, lighted tennis courts, and an exercise course. Evergreen Park provides a playground for children. For indoor exercise, Planet Fitness is just a mile away. While Creekside lacks its own shopping and dining, nearby options include The Funny Farm, Pizza My Heart, and Honey Berry, along with grocery shopping at New Leaf Community Markets and chain stores at Evergreen Plaza and Silver Creek Plaza. The neighborhood is conveniently located 13 miles from Norman Y Mineta International Airport and 8 miles from downtown San Jose, with easy access to Route 101, 87, and 680, and bus services by SF Bay Transit. Children attend highly rated schools in the Evergreen Elementary School District, including Cadwallader Elementary School, George V. Layva Intermediate School, and Silver Creek High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Creekside a good place to live?
Creekside is a good place to live. Creekside is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Creekside has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $179,883 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 49% of residents. A majority of residents in Creekside are home owners, with 26.6% of residents renting and 73.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Creekside can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Creekside neighborhood guide.
Is Creekside, CA a safe neighborhood?
Creekside, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Creekside?
The median home price in Creekside is $1,599,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $320,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.18%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $7,820 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $335K a year to afford the median home price in Creekside. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Creekside is $180K.
What are the best public schools in Creekside?
The best public schools that serve Creekside are:
What are the best private schools in Creekside?
The best private schools that serve Creekside are:
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Are home prices dropping in Creekside?
Yes, home prices in Creekside are down 3% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Creekside, CA
On average, homes in Creekside, San Jose sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Creekside, San Jose over the last 12 months is $1,601,500, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,601,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,600,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$960
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$1,599,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%