Castlemont, San Jose, CA
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The Castlemont area is a settled residential pocket in the western part of San Jose near the Payne and San Tomas corridors, a quiet neighborhood of mid-century single-family homes on flat, tree-lined streets. It is a low-key, central West Valley location with easy reach to the expressways, tech employers, and shopping. Convenience is the main appeal. San Tomas Expressway, Highways 280 and 880, and the Westgate and Santana Row shopping areas are all a short drive, so errands and commutes rarely take long. Interior streets are calmer than the arterials that frame them, mature landscaping gives the blocks a settled look, and upkeep is generally consistent. There is limited walkable retail inside the immediate boundary, but for buyers who want access and stability over a marquee name, it is a practical West San Jose choice.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants1.7
Public Spaces3
Curb Appeal3.1
Overall Amenities score: 2.7
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fammatre Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Farnham Charter | Primary | K-5 | |
| Sartorette Charter | Primary | K-5 | |
| Central Park Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Castlemont Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Price Charter Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Monroe Middle | Middle | 5-8 | |
| Del Mar High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
from CA Dept. of Education
Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.
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