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Fruitdale

Fruitdale

Neighborhood in San Jose, California

Santa Clara County 95128

$1,512,701 Average Value
$983 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

West San Jose’s shopping hub

Retail options surround sunny Fruitdale, a West San Jose suburb set 5 miles from downtown. Longstanding local businesses line South Bascom Avenue in the neighborhood’s center, while the upscale Westfield Valley Fair and Santana Row shopping malls are to the northwest, with over 200 national retailers; the shops of historic downtown Campbell are 3 miles away. Interstate 280 on Fruitdale’s northern edge makes for an easy commute to the rest of Silicon Valley. Fruitdale’s location and nearby amenities have made it a popular option for homebuyers. “Fruitdale has changed rapidly due to the tech industry,” says Julio Orozco, a Realtor with Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. who’s sold homes here since 2011. “Tech employees have been buying up many of these properties and either tearing them down and building brand new ones or expanding them.” San José City College and Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, a level one trauma center, are in Fruitdale’s north. The neighborhood also has several Christian churches, including Crossroads Bible Church and Korean United Methodist Church of Santa Clara Valley.

Find your perfect home in the Fruitdale of San Jose.
Find your perfect home in the Fruitdale of San Jose.
Fruitdale neighborhood is just 5 miles from downtown San Jose.
Fruitdale neighborhood is just 5 miles from downtown San Jose.
Santana Row is a upscale shopping mall in San Jose.
Santana Row is a upscale shopping mall in San Jose.
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Midcentury modern homes with creative gardens

Lawns here are meticulously maintained, and gardens are lush with flowering plants and shrubs. “Fruitdale still has a lot of good character,” Orozco says. Colorful midcentury modern and ranch-style homes sit close together along the neighborhood’s sidewalk-lined streets. A ranch-style home with three bedrooms can start at $1.2 million, while a four-bedroom can cost $2.4 million. Prices here are up 9% from 2023, and Orozco says the market is competitive. “People can have confidence that they’ll have a return on their investment,” he says. Low-rise condos are available in the Sierra Crest Community near state Route 17; a one-bed can start at $415,000, while a three-bed can cost $1.2 million. Quail Hollow Park, a 55-plus manufactured home community, is in the neighborhood’s south; a two-bedroom typically costs between $175,000 and $346,000.

Lawns at Fruitdale neighborhood are meticulously maintained and gardens are lush with plants.
Lawns at Fruitdale neighborhood are meticulously maintained and gardens are lush with plants.
Beautiful Ranch style house in San Jose Fruitdale neighborhood.
Beautiful Ranch style house in San Jose Fruitdale neighborhood.
Colorful midcentury modern homes are popular in Fruitdale neighborhood.
Colorful midcentury modern homes are popular in Fruitdale neighborhood.
Low-rise condos are available in the Sierra Crest Community near state Route 17 in Fruitdale.
Low-rise condos are available in the Sierra Crest Community near state Route 17 in Fruitdale.
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Dual enrollment at San José City College

Local kids can start at Castlemont Elementary, which earns an A-minus from Niche, then attend the B-minus-rated Monroe Middle. The B-plus-rated Del Mar High is an International Baccalaureate World School; students here can enroll in community college classes at San José City College in Fruitdale’s north, which enrolls over 16,000 students and offers associate degrees in fields like political science and graphic design. Private options include Catholic schools like the A-rated St. Martin of Tours School for pre-kindergarten through Grade 8, and the A-plus-rated Presentation High for girls.

Castlemont Elementary School is a highly rated school in San Jose.
Castlemont Elementary School is a highly rated school in San Jose.
Monroe Middle School is one of the top middle schools in San Jose.
Monroe Middle School is one of the top middle schools in San Jose.
Del Mar High School's pylon sign in San Jose's Fruitdale neighborhood.
Del Mar High School's pylon sign in San Jose's Fruitdale neighborhood.
Locals can enroll in community college classes at San José City College in Fruitdale.
Locals can enroll in community college classes at San José City College in Fruitdale.
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On the VTA’s green line

Interstate 280 is on Fruitdale’s northern edge, and state Route 17 is to the west; residents living near these freeways may hear traffic during the day. The Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) light rail’s green line runs along Fruitdale’s southeastern edge, and residents can hop on at the Fruitdale and Bascom stations in the neighborhood. The VTA bus makes several stops along Fruitdale and South Bascom Avenues. With dedicated bike lanes and sidewalks, Fruitdale is bike and pedestrian friendly. Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is in Fruitdale’s northwest, and San José Mineta International Airport is a 6-mile trip.

Interstate 280 is on Fruitdale’s northern edge in San Jose.
Interstate 280 is on Fruitdale’s northern edge in San Jose.
Fruitdale residents can hop on at the Fruitdale stations in the neighborhood.
Fruitdale residents can hop on at the Fruitdale stations in the neighborhood.
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is in Fruitdale’s northwest.
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is in Fruitdale’s northwest.
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South Bascom Avenue’s local shops and restaurants

South Bascom Avenue is a busy road lined with locally owned shops and restaurants, including indie music store Streetlight Records and Winchester Western Wear, which has specialized in cowboy boots and western apparel for over 20 years. Sam’s Bar-B-Que has served Kansas City-style ribs bathed in its signature barbecue sauce since 1992. K Café Patisserie and Tea House has an elevated atmosphere, serving tea and desserts like lemon tarts and hazelnut eclairs in a flower-filled pink dining room. Westfield Valley Fair and Santana Row, upscale shopping malls with retailers like Bloomingdale’s and Crate & Barrel, are to the northwest. Grocery options include Whole Foods Market and Trader Joe’s.

A streetlight Records employee putting price tags on the DVDs in the Fruitdale neighborhood.
A streetlight Records employee putting price tags on the DVDs in the Fruitdale neighborhood.
Westfield Valley Fair brings shoppers the best retail destinations nearby Fruitdale.
Westfield Valley Fair brings shoppers the best retail destinations nearby Fruitdale.
K Café Patisserie and Tea House with flower-filled pink dining room in Fruitdale neighborhood.
K Café Patisserie and Tea House with flower-filled pink dining room in Fruitdale neighborhood.
Sam's Bar-B-Que offers an array of barbeque meats from regions across the country in Fruitdale.
Sam's Bar-B-Que offers an array of barbeque meats from regions across the country in Fruitdale.
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Bike the 10-mile Los Gatos Creek Trail

The 10-acre Marijane Hamann Park’s large lawn and two playgrounds sit across state Route 17 in Fruitdale’s west; a walkway over the freeway allows for easy park access and a view of big rigs zooming by below. The Los Gatos Creek Trail, a popular multi-use path that stretches 10 miles from San Jose to Los Gatos, passes through Fruitdale’s southern edge. The Winchester Mystery House, a 160-room mansion open for tours, is a local landmark popular for its annual Halloween haunted tours. Pickleball players can practice their dinks and smashes at Hub Pickleball, which offers lessons and league play.

Expansive grass fields at Marijane Hamann Park are perfect for softball practice in Fruitdale.
Expansive grass fields at Marijane Hamann Park are perfect for softball practice in Fruitdale.
The Los Gatos Creek Trail is popular multi-use path in Fruitdale.
The Los Gatos Creek Trail is popular multi-use path in Fruitdale.
The Winchester Mystery House, a 160-room mansion open for tours in San Jose.
The Winchester Mystery House, a 160-room mansion open for tours in San Jose.
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Boogie in downtown Campbell

With downtown Campbell only 3 miles away, Fruitdale’s residents are close to popular annual events. Each May since 1979, the two-day Boogie Music Festival has filled downtown with local music, and each fall, Campbell Oktoberfest brings two days of German food and beer, plus costume and stein-holding contests. In Fruitdale, the Bascom Branch Library hosts regular programs, including kids’ origami and chess club.

Reduced air quality from nearby wildfires

While Fruitdale is at low risk for wildfires, residents might experience reduced air quality during wildfires in the Santa Cruz Mountains to the south, and in the Diablo Range to the east.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Norman Y Mineta San Jose International

10 min drive

Subway

Bascom Station

Bus

Bascom & Fruitdale

Bus

Bascom & Stokes

Bus

Fruitdale & Bascom

Bus

Moorpark & Empey

Bus

Bascom & Pamlar

Bus

Hamilton & Creekside

Bus

Fruitdale & Leigh

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Fruitdale US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,515,000
Median Single Family Price
$1,640,000
Median Townhouse Price
$1,275,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$675,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$475,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$983
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
139
Months of Supply
0.30
Median List Price
$1,448,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,055
Median Year Built
1961
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,558
Below the national average
1,935
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,050
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
660
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Apr 26
    12 - 3pm

    2479 Aram Ave, San Jose, CA 95128

    $1,748,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,464 Sq Ft
    • 2479 Aram Ave
    • New 1 day ago

    Say hello to your new happy place - a nice quiet neighborhood, located near Campbell, Willow Glen, & the LG Creek Trail. From the moment you step inside, the open & inviting floor plan draws you in, offering a seamless flow. Designed for entertaining & everyday living, its filled with natural light & features a spacious, open-concept kitchen. With its smart, stylish layout, there's plenty of room

    Javier Ruano KW Bay Area Estates

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  • Friday, Apr 25
    4 - 6:30pm

    654 Whitethorne Dr, San Jose, CA 95128

    $1,598,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,162 Sq Ft
    • 654 Whitethorne Dr
    • New 1 day ago

    Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a spacious attached 2-car garage, nestled in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods! This move-in-ready gem boasts a modern kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and elegant stone countertops, dual pane windows along with tastefully updated bathrooms and a serene ensuite master bedroom Fresh interior paint adds to

    Ramesh Zerang Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1 - 4pm

    1756 Cheney Dr, San Jose, CA 95128

    $1,498,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,844 Sq Ft
    • 1756 Cheney Dr
    • New 2 days ago

    Tucked away on a quiet neighborhood road, this inviting home offers a thoughtful layout and expansive outdoor living space. The bright foyer opens to a formal living room with a large window that bathes the interior in natural light. Follow planked flooring past a half bath to discover the secondary living room, featuring a white-brick fireplace and glass sliders that open out to the sprawling

    Aaron Derbacher KW Bay Area Estates

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
11,213
Median Age
39
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$98,481
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,868

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.4%
College Graduates
45.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.8%
% Population in Labor Force
77.4%
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

Bikeable

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

47 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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