Neighborhood

Southwestern Milpitas, Milpitas, CA

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3.6 /5

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $1.48M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $322k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -6%

At a glance

Southwestern Milpitas is ranked #6 of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas with an overall score of 3.6/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.3/5, 5th of 7 in Milpitas) and public spaces (3.5/5), at a median home price of $1.48M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $322,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.2/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5), though prices run about 15% below the Milpitas median.

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Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Coyote Creek, Business & Retail Hub, Easy Highway Access

Southwestern Milpitas blends business parks, retail clusters, and pockets of residential streets, particularly along McCarthy Boulevard. On the western side, Coyote Creek runs through, offering a natural corridor and a bit of greenery amidst the area’s commercial landscape. Retail options like 99 Ranch Market and Koi Palace can be found near the I-880 overpass, giving residents convenient grocery and dining choices close to major thoroughfares. While not as traditionally suburban as other parts of Milpitas, smaller residential enclaves do exist in quieter corners, providing a balance for those who work in nearby tech and industrial sectors. The neighborhood’s direct access to I-880 and other main routes makes commuting or running errands relatively easy. Altogether, Southwestern Milpitas offers a practical mix of commerce, convenience, and a touch of green space along Coyote Creek.

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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    2.2

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.5

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3

Overall Amenities score: 3

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.
Southwestern Milpitas ranks 6th 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
80°65°50°35°JFMAMJJASONDAug 80°
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Rank in Milpitas
6th 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

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Central Park Elementary PrimaryK-5
Anthony Spangler Elementary PrimaryK-6
Pearl Zanker Elementary PrimaryK-6
Rancho Milpitas Middle Middle7-8
Thomas Russell Middle Middle7-9
Milpitas 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

Southwestern Milpitas FAQs10 answers

Is Southwestern Milpitas a good place to live?

Southwestern Milpitas ranks 6th of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas with an overall Houseberry score of 3.6 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.3/5) and public spaces (3.5/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.2/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5).

Is Southwestern Milpitas safe?

Southwestern Milpitas, Milpitas scores 3.3 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 5th of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas.

What do homes in Southwestern Milpitas cost?

The median home price in Southwestern Milpitas, Milpitas is $1.48M, compared with $1.75M for Milpitas as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $322,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Southwestern Milpitas rising or falling?

The median home price in Southwestern Milpitas, Milpitas is down about 0.5% over the past 12 months, from $1.49M to $1.48M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Southwestern Milpitas?

Schools serving Southwestern Milpitas, Milpitas include Central Park Elementary (3.4/5), Anthony Spangler Elementary (4.1/5), Pearl Zanker Elementary (4.0/5), Rancho Milpitas Middle (4.2/5) and Thomas Russell Middle (4.8/5). 1 more school is listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in Southwestern Milpitas?

Southwestern Milpitas, Milpitas receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 6th 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 Southwestern Milpitas walkable to shops and restaurants?

Southwestern Milpitas, Milpitas scores 2.2 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.0 out of 5, 7th of 7 in Milpitas.

What is Southwestern Milpitas known for?

Southwestern Milpitas, Milpitas is associated with Coyote Creek, Business & Retail Hub and Easy Highway Access. Its highest-scoring factor is schools (4.3/5).

How does Southwestern Milpitas compare to other Milpitas neighborhoods?

Southwestern Milpitas ranks 6th of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas. It ranks 5th of 7 in Milpitas for schools (4.3/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.2/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Milpitas are Midtown.

What are the downsides of living in Southwestern Milpitas?

Southwestern Milpitas, Milpitas scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.2/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5).

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Neighborhood Iamge
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Overall Score : 4.3
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Overall Score : 4.2
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Overall Score : 4.0
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