Neighborhood

Central Milpitas, Milpitas, CA

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4.3 /5

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $2.22M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $224k(2)
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -1%(2)

(2) City data used

At a glance

Central Milpitas is ranked #1 of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas with an overall score of 4.3/5. Its standout factors are safety (4.6/5, 1st of 7 in Milpitas) and schools (4.4/5), at a median home price of $2.22M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $209,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.7/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5), with prices running about 26% above the Milpitas median.

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Peter Gill Memorial Park, Humane Society, Mixed Residential-Industrial

Central Milpitas spans a broad area combining pockets of established homes, light industrial spaces, and a few key landmarks. Peter Gill Memorial Park lies near the center, providing fields and open lawns for informal sports and neighborhood events. Along the southeastern side, the Humane Society Silicon Valley stands out for its community programs and pet adoption services—contributing to the area’s mix of residential and service-oriented uses. Most streets within Central Milpitas showcase older single-family residences alongside some tech or logistics facilities, reflecting the city’s evolution from suburban tract housing to a more diversified local economy. Although several major shopping centers and dining hubs lie just beyond the official boundaries, residents benefit from relatively easy access to main roads like Calaveras Boulevard and South Milpitas Boulevard. Traffic can be heavier at peak commuting hours, but the neighborhood remains a practical choice for those who value a blend of homey streets and nearby commercial opportunities.

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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    2.7

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.5

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3

Overall Amenities score: 3.1

Neighborhood Weather

79%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 79% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Central Milpitas ranks 5th of 7 for sunshine in Milpitas, though it still out-suns about half of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is August, averaging 80° highs, and it gets about 15 inches of rain a year, the driest in the city.
Average daily high and low temperature
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Rank in Milpitas
5th of 7
Across the Bay Area
50th percentile
Rain per year
15 in driest in city
Warmest month
Aug 80° avg high
Summer day
57° → 79°F
Winter day
43° → 60°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

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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.

Median Price

Central Milpitas FAQs10 answers

Is Central Milpitas a good place to live?

Central Milpitas ranks 1st of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas with an overall Houseberry score of 4.3 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (4.6/5) and schools (4.4/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.7/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5) and a median home price of $2.22M against the Milpitas median of $1.75M.

Is Central Milpitas safe?

Central Milpitas, Milpitas scores 4.6 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 1st of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas.

What do homes in Central Milpitas cost?

The median home price in Central Milpitas, Milpitas is $2.22M, compared with $1.75M for Milpitas as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $209,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Central Milpitas rising or falling?

The median home price in Central Milpitas, Milpitas is up about 3.5% over the past 12 months, from $2.14M to $2.22M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Central Milpitas?

Schools serving Central Milpitas, Milpitas include Aptitud Community Academy at Goss (2.3/5), Alexander Rose Elementary (3.4/5), Anthony Spangler Elementary (4.1/5), Curtner Elementary (5.0/5) and Robert Randall World Languages (2.4/5). 3 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in Central Milpitas?

Central Milpitas, Milpitas receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 5th of 7 in Milpitas. Summer days run 57° to 79°F and winter days 43° to 60°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 15 inches a year.

Is Central Milpitas walkable to shops and restaurants?

Central Milpitas, Milpitas scores 2.7 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.1 out of 5, 6th of 7 in Milpitas.

What is Central Milpitas known for?

Central Milpitas, Milpitas is associated with Peter Gill Memorial Park, Humane Society and Mixed Residential-Industrial. Its highest-scoring factors are safety (4.6/5) and schools (4.4/5).

How does Central Milpitas compare to other Milpitas neighborhoods?

Central Milpitas ranks 1st of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas. It ranks 1st of 7 in Milpitas for safety (4.6/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.7/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Milpitas are Northeastern Milpitas and Northwestern Milpitas.

What are the downsides of living in Central Milpitas?

Central Milpitas, Milpitas scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.7/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5). Its median home price of $2.22M runs about 26% above the Milpitas median of $1.75M.

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