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Diverse community in San Jose's east side
Resting between rugged foothills and downtown San Jose, Alum Rock is a community for those who want to experience a mixture of city and suburban living as well as multiple cultures. Now that the formerly independent town has been incorporated into greater San Jose, Alum Rock is part of the largest city in Silicon Valley. “It’s a more affordable area with nice views of the hills and diverse food options,” says Jeff Hansen, 4th generation Northern Californian and Broker Associate at eXp Realty of California Inc. with 17 years of experience. Alum Rock is filled with local Hispanic restaurants that strengthen the community's identity, and it is adjacent to Little Portugal and Little Saigon. Additionally, “Alum Rock is convenient to Highway 680 and there are no real environmental problems,” Hansen says.
Overview of Alum Rock neighborhood, located in San Jose, CA.
Overview of Downtown San Jose.
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Alum Rock: bungalows, ranch-styles and more
The residential streets of Alum Rock are long and interconnected; sidewalks border the flat streets, beckoning joggers and dog walkers. Cul-de-sacs are lined with minimal traditional homes, bungalows, Craftsmans and ranch-styles. Prices range from around $750,000 for older homes to over $1 million for three to five-bedroom remodeled homes.
Sidewalks stretch in front of single-family homes in Alum Rock.
Some Alum Rock homes have cozy front patios.
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Beloved local restaurants give San Jose flavor
One of the most renowned eateries in the area is Antipasto's By De Rose, an old-world Italian restaurant known for its ravioli, stacked sandwiches and other Italian classics. Centrally-located Peter’s Bakery is a local favorite for pastries and cookies. Alum Rock is a hotspot for Hispanic-owned businesses and Mexican restaurants. Numerous fast food chains also have locations within Alum Rock. Alum Rock contains a variety of grocery stores, including Grocery Outlet, and Capitol Square Mall includes major retailers like Target.
Antipasto's By De Rose is a local favorite in Alum Rock.
La Grullensa serves up Mexican food in Alum Rock.
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Exploring Overfelt Gardens, going downtown and other weekend activities
For fun on the weekends, residents can head to Lake Cunningham Action Sports Park, California's largest skate park. Apart from the mountains to the east, there are many spots to enjoy San Jose's sunny weather just outside of Alum Rock, such as Overfelt Gardens, 33 acres of landscaped trees and Chinese architecture where guided tours are available to visitors. And with downtown San Jose just 5 miles down Alum Rock Avenue, it’s easy to experience all that the area has to offer.
Locals can enjoy weekend strolls through Overfelt Gardens.
Lake Cunningham Action Sports Park
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San Jose schools include dual language immersion program
Alum Rock students may attend Voices College-Bound Language Academy, rated B-minus on Niche, for transitional kindergarten through Grade 8. This public charter school is part of a regional school network that honors Hispanic culture through its dual language immersion program. For Grades 9 through 12, James Lick High School earns a B on Niche.
Educational opportunities abound at James Lick High School in Alum Rock
One of the newer schools in Alum Rock is Voices College-Bound Language Academy.
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Lobue Park & more outdoor recreation
On the western border of the neighborhood, Lobue Park has a playground, outdoor athletic courts and a large green space perfect for picnics. Golfers can practice their swings at San Jose Country Club. Locals can ride horses, attend summer camp and go hiking at Alum Rock Park, a large expanse of 720 acres.
Locals can gather for pick-up basketball at Lobue Park.
Residents can go hiking at Alum Rock Park, a large expanse of 720 acres.
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Light rail, buses and highways connect San Jose
Alum Rock is considered to be a somewhat walkable and bikeable area. Sinclair Freeway (I-680) and Bayshore Freeway (US-101) stretch through Alum Rock. There are several bus stops in the center of the community along North White Road and Alum Rock Avenue. Two light rail stations, McKee station and Alum Rock station, serve the area. Regional Medical Center is conveniently located on the other side of I-680. Alum Rock is 8 miles from San Jose Mineta International Airport. Alum Rock lies 13 miles from the Apple headquarters in Cupertino.
McKee Light Rail Station can take you anywhere in South Bay.
Looking for an easy commute, Alum Rock Station is the choice in Alum Rock.
Sinclair Freeway (I-680) stretch through Alum Rock neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Mt. Pleasant Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis
Lo Bue Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Overfelt Gardens
Picnic Area
Parking Lot
Hillview Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Sylvia Cassell Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Trails
Capitol Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
12 min drive
Subway
Alum Rock Station
Subway
Mckee Station
Bus
Alum Rock & Cedar
Bus
White & Story
Bus
Story & Mcginness
Bus
Story & Lyndale
Bus
Alum Rock & Capitol
Bus
Capitol & Alum Rock
Bus
Alum Rock & Alexander
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Alum Rock
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alum Rock, San Jose sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Alum Rock, San Jose over the last 12 months is $907,795, up 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
27,953
Median Age
38
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,098
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$111,082
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
19.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.7%
% Population in Labor Force
68%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
53/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
