Neighborhood

Sunnyhills, Milpitas, CA

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3.8 /5

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $1.77M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $302k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -6%

At a glance

Sunnyhills is ranked #5 of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas with an overall score of 3.8/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.6/5, 1st of 7 in Milpitas) and curb appeal (3.5/5), at a median home price of $1.77M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $302,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (3.0/5) and safety (3.1/5).

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Established Schools, Older Single-Family Homes, Traditional Residential Feel

Sunnyhills is one of Milpitas’s more established residential districts, highlighted by the presence of Milpitas High School and Thomas Russell Middle School within its boundaries. Many of the streets—like Dixon Road, Conway Street, and Arizona Avenue—feature older single-family homes that contribute to a long-standing neighborhood feel. Although major retail options lie beyond the boundary, residents can find basic amenities nearby, including small markets and casual eateries off North Park Victoria Drive. Parks and open space within Sunnyhills itself are limited, but the proximity to Jose Higuera Adobe Park just outside the northeastern edge provides a nearby spot for picnics and weekend strolls. Traffic can pick up on certain routes, especially during school start and end times, yet the overall environment remains suburban and relatively calm. If you’re looking for a neighborhood with well-established schools and a traditional residential setting, Sunnyhills offers a comfortable balance close to Milpitas’s commercial corridors.

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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    3.0

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.5

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3.5

Overall Amenities score: 3.4

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.
Sunnyhills ranks 4th 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 16 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
80°65°50°35°JFMAMJJASONDAug 80°
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Rank in Milpitas
4th of 7
Across the Bay Area
53rd percentile
Rain per year
16 in
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
Joseph Weller Elementary PrimaryK-6
Marshall Pomeroy Elementary PrimaryK-6
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.

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Sunnyhills FAQs10 answers

Is Sunnyhills a good place to live?

Sunnyhills ranks 5th of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas with an overall Houseberry score of 3.8 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.6/5) and curb appeal (3.5/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (3.0/5) and safety (3.1/5).

Is Sunnyhills safe?

Sunnyhills, Milpitas scores 3.1 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 6th of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas.

What do homes in Sunnyhills cost?

The median home price in Sunnyhills, Milpitas is $1.77M, compared with $1.75M for Milpitas as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $302,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Sunnyhills rising or falling?

The median home price in Sunnyhills, Milpitas is down about 6.6% over the past 12 months, from $1.9M to $1.77M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Sunnyhills?

Schools serving Sunnyhills, Milpitas include Joseph Weller Elementary (4.5/5), Marshall Pomeroy Elementary (4.5/5), Thomas Russell Middle (4.8/5) and Milpitas High (4.8/5).

What is the weather like in Sunnyhills?

Sunnyhills, Milpitas receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 4th 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 16 inches a year.

Is Sunnyhills walkable to shops and restaurants?

Sunnyhills, Milpitas scores 3.0 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.4 out of 5, 4th of 7 in Milpitas.

What is Sunnyhills known for?

Sunnyhills, Milpitas is associated with Established Schools and Traditional Residential Feel. Its highest-scoring factor is schools (4.6/5).

How does Sunnyhills compare to other Milpitas neighborhoods?

Sunnyhills ranks 5th of 7 neighborhoods in Milpitas. It ranks 1st of 7 in Milpitas for schools (4.6/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (3.0/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Milpitas are Southwestern Milpitas and Midtown.

What are the downsides of living in Sunnyhills?

Sunnyhills, Milpitas scores lowest on nearby merchants (3.0/5) and safety (3.1/5).

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