Neighborhood

Barber Ln / Mccarthy Blvd, San Jose, CA

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3.3 /5
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Ranked 213th /358 in San Jose, CA

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Market Conditions

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    Price
    $1.6M(2)
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    Undervalued
    $12k(2)
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    Appreciation
    0%(2)

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Key Words:

Tech-focused, Convenient, Diverse

The Barber Lane/McCarthy Boulevard area in San Jose is a vibrant and fast-paced neighborhood with a strong mix of residential, commercial, and corporate spaces. This neighborhood is a hub for tech professionals, with proximity to major corporate campuses like Cisco Systems and PayPal, making it a prime location for those working in Silicon Valley. Its strategic location near highways 237 and 880 offers excellent connectivity to neighboring cities and the rest of the Bay Area. Residents benefit from the abundance of amenities, including nearby shopping options such as the Great Mall and an array of dining establishments that reflect the area’s cultural diversity. While the neighborhood is predominantly urban, there are pockets of greenery, such as River Oaks Park, which provide a welcome retreat from the bustle. Housing primarily consists of modern apartments and townhomes, catering to young professionals and families alike.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Orchard Elementary PrimaryK-8
3.3/5
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary PrimaryK-5
2.5/5
Central Park Elementary PrimaryK-5
3.4/5
Montague Elementary PrimaryK-5
2.9/5
Anthony Spangler Elementary PrimaryK-6
4.1/5
Pearl Zanker Elementary PrimaryK-6
4/5
Buchser Middle Middle6-8
3.2/5
Rancho Milpitas Middle Middle7-8
4.2/5
Thomas Russell Middle Middle7-9
4.8/5
Independence High High9-12
3.9/5
Santa Clara High High9-12
4.3/5
Milpitas High High9-12
4.8/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

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Neighborhood Amenities

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    Near good merchants

    1.9

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    Public Spaces

    3

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    Curb Appeal

    3.5

Overall Amenities score: 3

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