Francis Dr, San Jose, CA
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Francis Drive anchors a settled residential pocket in the Evergreen and East Valley part of San Jose, a quiet neighborhood of single-family homes on calm, looping streets. It is a mid-tier suburban area built around steady, family-oriented living, with tidy yards and a low-key pace. Daily life leans on practical fundamentals. Everyday shopping and services cluster along the nearby Quimby, Aborn, and Capitol corridors, neighborhood parks and school fields handle recreation, and commuters reach Capitol Expressway and Highway 101 without much trouble. Interior streets stay low-traffic while the arterials carry the load, and upkeep is generally solid. There is limited walkable retail inside the boundary, but for buyers who want a quiet, affordable Evergreen-area base, it is a sensible choice.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants3.4
Public Spaces3.2
Curb Appeal3.2
Overall Amenities score: 3.3
Median Price
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Painter Elementary | Primary | K-8 | |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss | Primary | K-8 | |
| Toyon Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Summerdale Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Valle Vista Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| William Sheppard Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Piedmont Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| August Boeger Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Independence High | High | 9-12 | |
| James Lick High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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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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