Living in San Jose
The largest city in the Bay Area and the center of Silicon Valley, with neighborhoods that run from downtown high rises to quiet streets in the foothills. Compare commute times or talk with Joseph.
San Jose Neighborhood Map
San Jose neighborhoods as the MLS draws them, the same areas agents use to pull sales. Tap an area to open its guide.
Borders are traced from the MLSListings area map and are approximate, so they can differ a little from city limits and local names. Ask me which area a specific street falls in.
Neighborhood by Neighborhood
These 11 areas follow MLSListings area lines. Sales are closed sales from November 2025 to October 2026. Tap a name for the full neighborhood guide.
Santa Teresa
168 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.43M ($813 per square foot). 79 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $842K.
Evergreen
338 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.78M ($935 per square foot). 189 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $795K.
Alum Rock
347 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.06M ($796 per square foot). 64 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $539K.
Berryessa
373 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.55M ($934 per square foot). 206 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $903K.
Alviso
2 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.22M ($747 per square foot). 22 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $942K.
Central San Jose
377 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.24M ($924 per square foot). 260 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $697K.
Willow Glen
512 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $2.15M ($1,148 per square foot). 59 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $1.08M.
South San Jose
219 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.13M ($775 per square foot). 172 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $775K.
Blossom Valley
488 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.5M ($880 per square foot). 210 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $603K.
Almaden Valley
278 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $2.25M ($1,012 per square foot). 32 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $1.25M.
Cambrian
479 houses sold in the last 12 months at a median of $1.85M ($1,167 per square foot). 91 condos and townhomes sold at a median of $700K.
San Jose on Film
I have not filmed a walkthrough in San Jose yet, so here is a look back from the archives. Want me to tour a home here for you? Send me the address.
Valley of Heart's Delight (1948)
The Santa Clara Valley when orchards, canneries and new industry drove the local economy.Source: Internet Archive
Life in Willow Glen (1950)
A 16mm film made by the Lima family in 1950.Source: San Jose Public Library, via California Revealed
A Short History
- Founded on November 29, 1777 as the Pueblo de San José de Guadalupe, the first civilian town in Spanish California.
- San Jose was California's first state capital.
- San Jose incorporated on March 27, 1850.
- After World War II the city grew quickly from farmland and orchards into the hub of Silicon Valley.
Schools, Parks and Getting Around
Public Schools
School assignment depends on the address. Always confirm with the district.
Parks and Places
Getting Around
Caltrain, ACE and Amtrak stop at Diridon Station, VTA light rail crosses the city, BART reaches Berryessa, and San Jose Mineta International Airport is minutes from downtown. See commute times to each job center.
San Jose Market Report
Home sales for San Jose pulled directly from MLSListings, the Bay Area's MLS. Figures cover full calendar months.
Last month, single family homes
October 2026
Last 3 months by home type
August to October 2026
| Home type | Homes sold | Median price | Median price per sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single family homes | 1017 | $1.57M | $946 |
| Condominiums | 240 | $620K | $592 |
| Townhouses | 142 | $930K | $673 |
Last 12 months, single family homes
November 2025 to October 2026
How San Jose compares
Median single family sale price, November 2025 to October 2026
Source: MLSListings closed sales with a San Jose postal city, by close of escrow date, pulled November 13, 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Ask me for a full report on your street or price range.
San Jose FAQ
What does the San Jose market look like right now?
See the market report above for single family home sales in San Jose over the last month, the last 3 months and the last 12 months, pulled directly from MLSListings. Every street prices differently, so ask Joseph for numbers on your area or price range.
How far is San Jose from the Peninsula and San Francisco?
Use the commute chart on my relocation guide to compare estimated drive and transit times from San Jose to San Francisco, SFO, Stanford and the Silicon Valley hubs.
What is my San Jose home worth?
Request a free home valuation and Joseph will send a local estimate based on recent nearby sales. Request a free home valuation
How can I hear about San Jose homes before they hit the market?
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Sources
Please confirm anything important for a specific address.
- MLSListingsClosed sales with a San Jose postal city, November 2025 to October 2026, pulled November 13, 2026
- San Jose, California (Wikipedia)History, schools, parks and transit
- U.S. Census Bureau2020 census population and land area
- MLSListings area mapNeighborhood borders and sales by MLS area, November 2025 to October 2026
San Jose Market Trends
Market Trends are calculated using MLS® sold listing data
