Chapman / Morse, San Jose, CA
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The Chapman and Morse area sits in West San Jose near the Moorpark and San Tomas corridors, a settled mid-century pocket of single-family homes on flat, tree-lined streets. It is a central West Valley location that puts the major tech employers, expressways, and shopping all within an easy radius. The draw is convenience wrapped in suburban quiet. San Tomas and Lawrence Expressways, Highways 280 and 880, and the Westgate and Santana Row shopping areas are a short drive, so errands and commutes rarely take long. Interior streets are calmer than the busy arterials that frame them, mature landscaping gives the blocks a settled look, and upkeep is generally solid. It is a practical, well-positioned West San Jose choice for buyers who value access and stability over a recognizable address.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants2.5
Public Spaces3.3
Curb Appeal3.3
Overall Amenities score: 3.1
Median Price
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fammatre Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Merritt Trace Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Central Park Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Westwood Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Price Charter Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Herbert Hoover Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Buchser Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Abraham Lincoln High | High | 9-12 | |
| Santa Clara 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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