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Early 20th-century homes next to Bellarmine College Preparatory
Located 2 miles from downtown San Jose, College Park is known for its early 20th-century homes set next to the scenic campus of Bellarmine College Preparatory, an all-boys Catholic school that was founded in 1851. Today, the neighborhood's historic homes and school are only some of its many draws. “College Park is sought after because it's very similar to Rose Garden in terms of its beauty and location, but it's more affordable than Rose Garden,” says Jessica Mills, a Realtor with Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. Shopping and restaurants are conveniently close along Coleman Avenue and The Alameda, and Interstate 880 in the neighborhood’s west makes for an easy commute to nearby tech employers, including Adobe and Zoom in downtown San Jose and Nvidia in Santa Clara. Nearby houses of worship include Temple Emanu-El, Holy Redeemer Lutheran Church and Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, home of the annual San Jose Greek Festival.
Single-story ranch-style homes with smaller lawns can be found throughout College Park.
Pristine, tree-lined sidewalks in the College Park neighborhood.
College Park keeps residents close to the best of San Jose.
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Craftsman homes on tree-lined streets
College Park’s homes are mostly 1920s Craftsman houses that sit close together along shady, sidewalk-lined streets. Other popular early 20th-century styles can be found in the southeast, with Spanish-style, Italianate or Queen Anne influences. Minimal traditional homes built in the 1930s and ‘40s are more common in the northwest. Home sizes vary widely, from 600-square-foot one-bedrooms to 2,500-square-foot four-bedrooms; lots range from 3,500 square feet to nearly 15,000 square feet, and usually include a short driveway and manicured yard. Depending on the size of the home and lot, prices typically range from $750,000 to $1.8 million. There are also four-unit apartment complexes in the neighborhood’s northwest.
Craftsman-style bungalows are common throughout College Park.
College Park home designs vary, with some inspired by modern Victorian styles.
Larger, new, and traditional homes can also be found in College Park.
Queen Anne style homes are a common sight in College Park.
College Park's location is perfect for anyone seeking tranquility in San Jose.
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Local ingredients at Luna Mexican Kitchen
Within College Park, residents can grab a bite to eat at Teaqueria, a Mexican-Asian fusion restaurant that also serves boba tea and dishes like the tofu burrito, which comes stuffed with edamame, carrots, black beans and more. Along The Alameda, Luna Mexican Kitchen is popular for a night out. “They do everything locally sourced,” Mills says. “Their food is amazing, and they have such friendly service.” San Jose Market Center to the neighborhood’s east has big-box stores like Target, PetSmart and Marshalls. Grocery options include Sprouts Farmers Market and Trader Joe’s. For nightlife, concerts and more dining options, downtown San Jose is only 2 miles away.
College Park's San Jose Market Center, where residents can shop at Target or Trader Joe’s.
Trader Joe's is a popular grocery store for College Park residents.
Come enjoy Mexican food with locally sourced ingredient at Luna Mexican Kitchen in College Park.
Teaqueria is a Mexican and Asian fusion restaurant that serves tacos and boba in College Park.
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Crowds at the San Jose Greek Festival
During the first weekend in June, crowds flock to Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church for the annual San Jose Greek Festival, the largest Greek festival in the South Bay. For three days, festivalgoers can listen to Greek music, browse local vendors and taste Greek dishes like moussaka and slow-roasted lamb. Shuttles run along The Alameda, so residents may encounter increased traffic and parking challenges during the festival.
Robotics at Bellarmine College Preparatory
Local kids can start school at Merritt Trace Elementary, which earns a C-plus from Niche, then attend the B-minus-rated Herbert Hoover Middle. The B-plus-rated Abraham Lincoln High is a magnet school for the visual and performing arts; students here can join 16 musical ensembles or perform in the annual one-act play festival.
Boys in the neighborhood might also attend the private A-plus-rated Bellarmine College Preparatory, the oldest Catholic high school in California. Bellarmine's robotics team has over 100 members and won the FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) world championship in 2022.
The signage of Trace Elementary School in San Jose, California.
Engineering futures at Herbert Hoover Middle School.
Entrance to Abraham Lincoln High School.
Bellarmine College Preparatory School is a highly rated school in San Jose.
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Picnic at the Municipal Rose Garden
The 5-acre Municipal Rose Garden, located 1 mile away, is known throughout the city for its colorful display of over 3,500 roses. “It’s popular for picnics, and people will go there for engagement or graduation photo shoots,” says Brett Weitzmann, a Realtor with The Agency who’s a lifelong resident of Silicon Valley. “You always see people there taking photos because it's so nice.” A block from the Rose Garden, the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum is full of Egyptian artifacts and offers programs like history classes and the Junior Archaeologist program for kids. The 5-acre Rotary PlayGarden to the east is an inclusive playground with a wheelchair-accessible merry-go-round, a zipline and adaptive swings.
Take a short drive outside of College Park to access nearby parks and trails.
Just outside of the neighborhood, residents can find the Riverwalk Trails for walking or biking.
Across the street from the San Jose Market Center is Guadalupe Gardens.
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Easy access to Interstate 880
Interstate 880 borders College Park to the northwest, and other major roads include The Alameda to the south and Coleman Avenue to the north. “Coleman Avenue turns into the Central Expressway, which goes all the way up through Palo Alto,” Weitzmann says. “I-880 connects you to 101 and 280, so this is a good area for commuting access.” Residents near I-880 and The Alameda may experience traffic noise. Downtown San Jose is a 2-mile trip east on Coleman Avenue, and Palo Alto is about 16 miles west.
The Caltrain track borders the neighborhood’s northeastern edge, and residents can hop on at the College Park station. The Valley Transportation Authority’s bus stops along The Alameda, and dedicated bike lanes and sidewalks make the area friendly for cyclists and pedestrians. O’Connor Hospital is around 2 miles southwest, and the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is around 3 miles away. San José Mineta International Airport, located just to the north, is a 2-mile trip; residents in College Park’s northeast may hear some airport noise.
The College Park Caltrains connects the neighborhood to the rest of the bay area.
A local walking down the Alameda in College Park.
The San Jose Diridon station is accessible in the College Park neighborhood.
A local riding his scooter at the Diridon Station in the College Park Neighborhood.
Interstate 880 just borders College Park and provides easy access to the rest of San Jose.
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Homelessness at Guadalupe River Park
The 120-acre Guadalupe River Park, found in the neighborhood’s northeast, has a 3-mile paved trail for biking and jogging; in recent years, the park has become known as a camp for homeless people. With the goal of helping people move out of the park, the city voted in June 2024 to create official campsites throughout the city.
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Parks in this Area
Hester Park
Columbus Park
San Jose Municipal Rose Garden
Picnic Area
Trails
Events
Theodore Lenzen Park
Newhall Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Guadalupe River Park
Transit
Airport
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
5 min drive
Train
College Park
Bus
The Alameda & University
Bus
The Alameda & Taylor
Bus
The Alameda & Mckendrie
Bus
Taylor & Elm
Bus
Taylor & Stockton
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
College Park
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in College Park, San Jose sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in College Park, San Jose over the last 12 months is $1,192,857, down 9% 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
1,217
Median Age
39
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$123,190
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$156,187
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.9%
College Graduates
45.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.1%
% Population in Labor Force
75.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
80/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
69/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
50/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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