San Jose, California — Homebuyer Guide 2026

San Jose Neighborhood Guides

Browse all 37 San Jose neighborhoods. Compare prices, schools, walkability, and commute times to find the right fit.

37 neighborhoods · Updated 2026

All San Jose Neighborhoods

Almaden Valley
Silicon Valley’s Most Exclusive Family Sanctuary
Median Sale Price: $2.0MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 60/100
View full guide →
Alum Rock
Historic Latino enclave with walkable village charm
Median Sale Price: $920KDays on Market: 40 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Alviso
Historic Bay waterfront village with modern amenities
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 19 daysWalk Score: 40/100
View full guide →
Berryessa
Family-first tech enclave with BART access
Median Sale Price: $1.6MDays on Market: 17 daysWalk Score: 80/100
View full guide →
Branham
Family-centered suburban sanctuary with silicon connectivity
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 80/100
View full guide →
Buena Vista
Historic charm meets Silicon Valley convenience
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 80/100
View full guide →
Civic Center
Urban convenience meets government district accessibility
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 80/100
View full guide →
College Park
University-adjacent urban village with walkable lifestyle
Median Sale Price: $1.35MDays on Market: 27 daysWalk Score: 80/100
View full guide →
Communications Hill
Hilltop views meet modern family living
Median Sale Price: $1.23MDays on Market: 44 daysWalk Score: 50/100
View full guide →
Downtown Historic District
Historic Victorian charm meets Silicon Valley urban energy
Median Sale Price: $1.0MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Dry Creek
Family-first suburban sanctuary with Silicon Valley convenience
Median Sale Price: $1.7MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 80/100
View full guide →
Edenvale
Suburban family haven with Silicon Valley convenience
Median Sale Price: $1.1MDays on Market: 18 daysTransit Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Evergreen
Family-focused foothills living with tech convenience
Median Sale Price: $1.4MDays on Market: 26 daysWalk Score: 80/100
View full guide →
Fruitdale
Family-friendly enclave with excellent transit access
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Gardner
Walkable family haven with excellent schools
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Hensley Historic District
Victorian charm meets Silicon Valley convenience downtown
Estimated Median Sale Price: $718KDays on Market: 12 daysWalkability Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Japantown
Historic Japanese Culture Meets Silicon Valley Innovation
Median Sale Price: $1.5MDays on Market: 28 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Little Italy
Historic downtown charm meets Silicon Valley sophistication
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Little Portugal
Authentic Portuguese heritage meets family-friendly Silicon Valley living
Median Sale Price: $988KDays on Market: 12 daysWalkability: 90/100
View full guide →
Little Saigon
Silicon Valley’s Authentic Vietnamese Cultural Heart
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Luna Park
Walkable Historic Community with Authentic Character
Median Sale Price: $1.0MDays on Market: 26 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Meadowfair
Musical streets, family-centered walkable enclave near Eastridge
Median Sale Price: $1.7MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Naglee Park
Historic charm meets Silicon Valley convenience
Median Sale Price: $1.45MDays on Market: 40 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Newhall
Transit-Rich Urban Village with Dining Excellence
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 70/100
View full guide →
Parkview
Family-centered haven with tech-friendly commutes
Median Sale Price: $1.39MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 70/100
View full guide →
Rancho Rinconada
Silicon Valley’s Premier Family Tech Hub
Median Sale Price: $2.7MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Rose Garden
Historic mansions meet modern luxury living
Median Sale Price: $2.5MDays on Market: 18 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Saint James Square Historic District
Historic downtown living with Silicon Valley accessibility
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
San Tomas
Affluent Transit-Rich Family Haven With Elite Schools
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysTransit Score: 9/10
View full guide →
Seven Trees
Walkable family haven with excellent transit access
Median Sale Price: $670KDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Silver Creek
Luxury hillside enclave with country club lifestyle
Median Sale Price: $3.8MDays on Market: 11 daysWalk Score: 30/100
View full guide →
SoFA
Silicon Valley’s Creative District — Urban Arts Hub
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Spartan Keyes
Urban Artist Quarter Minutes from Downtown
Median Sale Price: $715KDays on Market: 43-49 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Vasona Junction
Quiet family haven bordering Los Gatos foothills
Median Sale Price: $1.4MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 60/100
View full guide →
Washington
Historic downtown neighborhood with urban convenience
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Willow Glen
Silicon Valley’s Historic Village with Tree-Lined Charm
Median Sale Price: $1.7MDays on Market: 20 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →
Wilson Park
Tech-adjacent family enclave with pristine schools
Median Sale Price: $1.3MDays on Market: 12 daysWalk Score: 90/100
View full guide →