Willow Creek, San Jose, CA
At a glance
Willow Creek is ranked #56 of 112 neighborhoods in San Jose with an overall score of 3.3/5. Its standout factor is safety (4.1/5, 39th of 112 in San Jose), at a median home price of $1.44M. The trade-offs are public spaces (2.9/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5), though prices run about 12% below the San Jose median.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Willow Creek is a small, low-profile residential pocket in south-central San Jose, the kind of neighborhood that does its job quietly and does not turn up much in guides or listings. It is a compact single-family tract on the flat valley floor near the Almaden Expressway, which is both its convenience and its catch: that arterial puts shopping and a quick route across the valley close by, while running enough traffic along the edge that you notice it. There is no signature park or commercial node at its center, so daily life leans on the surrounding corridors for errands and recreation. What it offers is an affordable, unassuming footing in a well-located part of the city, close to the better-known Cambrian and Willow Glen neighborhoods without their price tags. For a buyer who values a quiet street and a reasonable number more than name recognition, Willow Creek is a modest but reasonable place to look. Worth confirming the exact block, since the name is shared with apartment communities elsewhere in the city.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants3.1
Public Spaces2.9
Curb Appeal3
Overall Amenities score: 3
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canoas Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Willow Glen Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| John Muir Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Gunderson High | High | 9-12 | |
| Willow Glen High | High | 9-12 |
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Willow Creek FAQs10 answers
Is Willow Creek a good place to live?
Willow Creek ranks 56th of 112 neighborhoods in San Jose with an overall Houseberry score of 3.3 out of 5. Its strongest factor is safety (4.1/5). The trade-offs are public spaces (2.9/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5).
Is Willow Creek safe?
Willow Creek, San Jose scores 4.1 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 39th of 112 neighborhoods in San Jose.
What do homes in Willow Creek cost?
The median home price in Willow Creek, San Jose is $1.44M, compared with $1.63M for San Jose as a whole.
Are home prices in Willow Creek rising or falling?
The median home price in Willow Creek, San Jose is down about 6.7% over the past 12 months, from $1.54M to $1.44M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Willow Creek?
Schools serving Willow Creek, San Jose include Canoas Elementary (2.7/5), Willow Glen Middle (3.3/5), John Muir Middle (2.9/5), Gunderson High (3.0/5) and Willow Glen High (3.5/5).
What is the weather like in Willow Creek?
Willow Creek, San Jose receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 26th of 114 in San Jose. Summer days run 56° to 81°F and winter days 42° to 60°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 16 inches a year.
Is Willow Creek walkable to shops and restaurants?
Willow Creek, San Jose scores 3.1 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.9 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.0 out of 5, 89th of 112 in San Jose.
What is Willow Creek known for?
Willow Creek, San Jose is associated with Small Tract, Expressway Edge and Quiet Pocket. Its highest-scoring factor is safety (4.1/5).
How does Willow Creek compare to other San Jose neighborhoods?
Willow Creek ranks 56th of 112 neighborhoods in San Jose. It ranks 39th of 112 in San Jose for safety (4.1/5) and scores lowest on public spaces (2.9/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in San Jose are Graystone and Calabazas North.
What are the downsides of living in Willow Creek?
Willow Creek, San Jose scores lowest on public spaces (2.9/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5).
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