Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $2.29M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Overvalued
    $90k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -9%

At a glance

San Tomas is ranked #2 of 20 neighborhoods in Campbell with an overall score of 4.1/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.5/5, 4th of 20 in Campbell) and safety (4.2/5), at a median home price of $2.29M, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $90,000. The trade-off is nearby merchants (1.8/5), with prices running about 11% above the Campbell median.

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Walk‑to schools, Park‑side living, Freeway close

Mid‐century ranch homes line quiet blocks of West Hacienda, Walters, and nearby courts, most with neat lawns, updated paint, and mature shade trees. Lots are midsize, garages are mostly front‐facing, and traffic stays low thanks to the neighborhood’s tucked‐away feel south of Westmont Avenue. Everyday convenience is a standout. Westmont High School and Rolling Hills Middle form an education hub inside the boundary, while Jack Fischer Park offers playgrounds, ballfields, and wide lawns for weekend soccer. A Safeway‐anchored retail strip sits just north on Quito Road, and bigger shopping at Westgate Center is a five‐minute drive. Commuters reach Highway 85 in moments, though homes along the sound wall hear a soft freeway hum. Residents describe the vibe as friendly, walkable, and sports‐oriented, with evening dog‐walkers circling the park and teens heading to after‐school practice. It appeals to buyers who want Campbell schools, easy errands, and a practical yard without pushing into higher Almaden price points.

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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    1.8

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.5

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3.5

Overall Amenities score: 3.2

Neighborhood Weather

80%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 80% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
San Tomas ranks 12th of 21 for sunshine in Campbell, though it still out-suns about two thirds of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is August, averaging 83° highs, and it gets about 19 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
85°70°55°40°JFMAMJJASONDAug 83°
Avg highAvg low
Rank in Campbell
12th of 21
Across the Bay Area
71st percentile
Rain per year
19 in
Warmest month
Aug 83° avg high
Summer day
55° → 82°F
Winter day
41° → 60°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Fammatre Elementary PrimaryK-5
Farnham Charter PrimaryK-5
Sartorette Charter PrimaryK-5
Central Park Elementary PrimaryK-5
Campbell School of Innovation PrimaryK-8
Forest Hill Elementary PrimaryK-5
Marshall Lane Elementary PrimaryK-5
Price Charter Middle Middle6-8
Rolling Hills Middle Middle5-8
Westmont High High9-12

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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.

Median Price

San Tomas FAQs10 answers

Is San Tomas a good place to live?

San Tomas ranks 2nd of 20 neighborhoods in Campbell with an overall Houseberry score of 4.1 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.5/5) and safety (4.2/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.8/5) and a median home price of $2.29M against the Campbell median of $2.06M.

Is San Tomas safe?

San Tomas, Campbell scores 4.2 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 4th of 20 neighborhoods in Campbell.

What do homes in San Tomas cost?

The median home price in San Tomas, Campbell is $2.29M, compared with $2.06M for Campbell as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $90,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in San Tomas rising or falling?

The median home price in San Tomas, Campbell is up about 4.7% over the past 12 months, from $2.19M to $2.29M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve San Tomas?

Schools serving San Tomas, Campbell include Fammatre Elementary (3.6/5), Farnham Charter (4.0/5), Sartorette Charter (3.4/5), Central Park Elementary (3.4/5) and Campbell School of Innovation (3.9/5). 5 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in San Tomas?

San Tomas, Campbell receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 12th of 21 in Campbell. Summer days run 55° to 82°F and winter days 41° to 60°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 19 inches a year.

Is San Tomas walkable to shops and restaurants?

San Tomas, Campbell scores 1.8 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.2 out of 5, 16th of 20 in Campbell.

What is San Tomas known for?

San Tomas, Campbell is associated with Walk‑to schools, Park‑side living and Freeway close. Its highest-scoring factors are schools (4.5/5) and safety (4.2/5).

How does San Tomas compare to other Campbell neighborhoods?

San Tomas ranks 2nd of 20 neighborhoods in Campbell. It ranks 4th of 20 in Campbell for schools (4.5/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.8/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Campbell are San Tomas Aquino and Westchester Park.

What are the downsides of living in San Tomas?

San Tomas, Campbell scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.8/5). Its median home price of $2.29M runs about 11% above the Campbell median of $2.06M.

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Top Neighborhoods in Campbell, CA

1st
Neighborhood Iamge
Westmont, Campbell, CA
Overall Score : 4.2
This wedge of south‐Campbell feels like a residential pocket orbiting Westmont H... See Full Page
2nd
Neighborhood Iamge
San Tomas, Campbell, CA
Overall Score : 4.1
Mid‐century ranch homes line quiet blocks of West Hacienda, Walters, and nearby ... See Full Page
3rd
Neighborhood Iamge
San Tomas Aquino, Campbell, CA
Overall Score : 4.0
San?Tomas?Aquino is a pocket of classic mid?century Campbell laid out on flat, t... See Full Page

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