Almaden Rd , San Jose, CA
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Almaden Road is one of San Jose's old connector routes, and this pocket along its more northern, urban stretch has a different character than the affluent valley the road eventually leads to. Here it is a mix of older single-family homes, small commercial frontage, and modest lots, closer to the Willow Glen and Gardner edges than to the Almaden hills. The position is central and practical. Downtown, the 87 freeway, and Willow Glen's shops are all a short drive, and the corridor itself handles everyday services. The tradeoffs are real: road noise on the through-streets, uneven upkeep, and a streetscape that is more functional than charming. It is an affordable, well-located older pocket where buyers tend to focus on the bones of a particular house rather than the polish of the block.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants2.5
Public Spaces2.9
Curb Appeal2.8
Overall Amenities score: 2.8
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss | Primary | K-8 | |
| Fammatre Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Farnham Charter | Primary | K-5 | |
| Sartorette Charter | Primary | K-5 | |
| Booksin Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Price Charter Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Willow Glen Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Willow Glen High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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