Neighborhood

Silicon Valley U, San Jose, CA

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3.7 /5
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Ranked 139th /358 in San Jose, CA

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $1.5M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $12k(2)
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    Appreciation
    0%(2)

(2) City data used

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Warehouse-adjacent living, Big-box access, Transitional zone

This North San Jose area, around the site of the former Silicon Valley University, is a patchwork of light-industrial zones, corporate campuses, and emerging residential pockets. Sandwiched between I-880 and the Berryessa corridor, it reflects a utilitarian side of the city, better known for warehouses and business parks than community charm. The residential streets are modest and somewhat disconnected, with rows of newer townhomes and condos filling in what used to be mostly commercial land. Housing tends to be more affordable by Silicon Valley standards, and many newer builds aim at commuters and workers from the nearby tech firms, though the area's identity still feels in flux, a place where convenience outweighs personality. Access to shopping is strong, with Costco, 99 Ranch Market, and the Great Mall within a short drive, but walkability is limited, green space is sparse, and the streets are wide and heavily trafficked. Public transit is a mixed bag unless you are near the light rail along Capitol or Hostetter. For buyers who prioritize price and freeway access over atmosphere, it is a practical, transitional pocket, but it is industrial-edged living, not a polished neighborhood.

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Neighborhood Amenities

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    Near good merchants

    2.9

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    2

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    2.6

Overall Amenities score: 2.4

Median Price

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Aptitud Community Academy at Goss PrimaryK-8
2.3/5
Northwood Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.5/5
Brooktree Elementary PrimaryK-5
3.2/5
Orchard Elementary PrimaryK-8
3.3/5
Morrill Middle Middle6-8
3.7/5
Independence High High9-12
3.9/5

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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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Neighborhood Iamge
Joaquin Miller, San Jose, CA
Overall Score : 4.7
Joaquin Miller is one of West San Jose's most sought-after pockets, the kind of ... See Full Page
2nd
Neighborhood Iamge
Lynbrook, San Jose, CA
Overall Score : 4.7
Lynbrook is one of West San Jose's most sought-after neighborhoods, defined by i... See Full Page
3rd
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Miller Ave, San Jose, CA
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