Oak Ridge Homes for Sale

Oak Ridge is situated on the southern edge of San Jose. Highway 85 links Oak Ridge to Silicon Valley. Santa Teresa County Park offers extensive hiking trails and scenic views. Housing in Oak Ridge includes 1960s and ‘70s ranch-style homes with remodeled interiors, late 20th-century Mediterranean-style houses, and mid-rise apartments. The neighborhood is bordered by Santa Teresa Boulevard and Highway 85, with U.S. Highway 101 and Caltrain’s Blossom Hill station 3 miles northeast, providing access to downtown San Jose, 11 miles north, and San Francisco, 58 miles away. Local schools include the highly rated Herman Intermediate, Santa Teresa High, and Apostles Lutheran School. Oak Ridge features two 4-acre parks, Calero Park and Palmia Park, with playgrounds and green spaces. Nearby, La Colina Park offers a community garden and panoramic views, while Santa Teresa County Park provides extensive biking and hiking trails. Dining options include Pho La and Bistro Tupaz, and shopping needs are met by Nob Hill Foods, Safeway, and Target. The Santa Teresa Farmers Market Fresh is a local highlight. Almaden Lake Park, 3 miles west, hosts major events like the Fourth of July Fireworks Festival and the Water Lantern Festival. Oak Ridge is bike-friendly with ample sidewalks and has a low wildfire risk, although nearby fires can affect air quality.