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Mexican-American cultural hub near downtown San Jose
Just south of Downtown San Jose, Washington-Guadalupe is a neighborhood known for its Chicano and Mexican-American heritage. “It’s an old neighborhood with vibrant local shops; families have lived there a long time,” says Michelle Elliott, Coldwell Banker Realtor and longtime San Jose resident. Washington-Guadalupe is dotted with authentic Mexican restaurants, food trucks and bakeries. Gridded streets are lined with sidewalks, leafy trees and parallel-parked cars outside 20th century homes. Pedestrians pass by the occasional colorful mural as they walk under hanging telephone wires. “This neighborhood is just outside Willow Glen, which is an advantage,” says Realtor and broker Julie Wyss of Keller Williams Bay Estates, who has worked in the area for 15 years. The family-friendly neighborhood of Willow Glen has its own downtown known as “San Jose’s local treasure” full of diverse restaurants and small businesses. "Washington-Guadalupe is a bit more affordable than the rest of San Jose. It’s a good place to get your foot in the door," Wyss says.
Washington-Guadalupe is located just south of Downtown San Jose and east of Willow Glen.
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El Rico Pan Bakery is an area favorite for Mexican desserts in Washington-Guadalupe.
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Mexican restaurants, bakeries and breweries
Along Willow Street, the Calle Willow Business District has Hispanic-owned and Spanish-speaking businesses, restaurants and markets, like Arteaga's Food Center. 5 Spot Chivas serves tacos and micheladas, while those in the mood for something sweet might stop for ice cream at La Original Paleteria y Neveria. Big box stores like Target and Walmart can be found about 2 miles away.
5 Spot Chivas Grill is a local favorite for tacos and micheladas in Washington-Guadalupe.
Fresh bakery at El Rico Pan Bakery in Washington-Guadalupe.
Arteaga's Food Center, voted Number 1 Mexican Grocery Store & Taqueria! in Washington-Guadalupe.
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Local organizations uplift the community
Washington-Guadalupe, affectionately known as “The Guad,” supports its residents in many ways. The neighborhood association organizes litter cleanups and meets monthly to hear updates from the San Jose Police Department. The Biblioteca Latinoamericano branch of the San Jose Public Library, located on 1st Street, has bilingual media options. The Center for Employment Training teaches job skills and the Santa Maria Urban Ministry has a food bank. Martha’s Kitchen also provides free meals and groceries; it’s next to Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, a Catholic church serving an English- and Spanish-speaking congregation.
Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish is the landmark in Washington-Guadalupe.
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Commuting by car, bus, light rail and train
Washington-Guadalupe sits at the intersection of Interstate 280 and State Route 87, making it a convenient home base for commuters. The neighborhood is about 6 miles from major tech employment centers in North San Jose, and about 20 miles to Silicon Valley cities like Palo Alto and Menlo Park. Those who use public transit can catch the bus on First Street and Willow Street. There’s also a Caltrain and Amtrak station about a mile south of the neighborhood. VTA light rail lines stop at the Virginia station. Bike lanes go through the center of the neighborhood down Almaden Avenue and Vine Street. Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, the nearest hospital, is about 2 miles away, and San Jose Mineta International Airport is about 4 miles away. With all of these transportation options, the neighborhood can get noisy.
Washington-Guadalupe is bordered by the intersection of Interstate 280 and State Route 87.
Virginia VTA Station provides convenient access to public transportation for residents.
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20th century Craftsman bungalows and ornate Victorians
Historic homes range from Queen Annes with ornamental trim and bay windows to Craftsman bungalows with wide front porches and deep eaves. Mission Revivals with stucco walls and tiled rooftops also make an appearance. Lot sizes range between 5,000 and 7,000 square feet, offering room for landscaping and gardening. Homes cost between $900,000 and $1 million; however, most residents are renters. While home prices are stabilized, rental prices may increase in the future. Google has shown interest in developing the area and the proposed BART expansion may come to fruition in the coming years. “It’s part of the city’s 2040 plan, so a lot of money is going to go into that area,” Elliott says. “We are ripe to see prices rise.”
Historic homes are plentiful in Washington-Guadalupe.
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Beautiful Queen Anne style homes in Washington-Guadalupe.
Minimal Traditional in Washington-Guadalupe Spread through the Historical Area.
Washington-Guadalupe is a Cozy Community and a Quiet Slice of the Silicon Valley.
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Biking the Guadalupe River Trail
Cyclists and joggers can access the Guadalupe River Trail, a 9-mile pedestrian path that parallels the Guadalupe River. This paved path leads to downtown San Jose, the Children’s Discovery Museum and Monopoly in the Park, a life-size monopoly board that invites people to hop from one square to the next. Tamien Park, just south of the neighborhood, has athletic fields, basketball courts, and colorful playgrounds.
Guadalupe River Trail is the perfect place for a morning walk in Washington-Guadalupe.
Washington-Guadalupe is Bordered by the Beautiful Guadalupe River.
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Private, public and charter schools within walking distance
Students may attend Washington Elementary School, rated C on Niche and located within walking distance of neighborhood homes. Students may continue at B-rated Willow Glen Middle School and B-plus-rated Willow Glen High School, about 3 miles southwest of Washington-Guadalupe. Willow Glen High offers a Two-Way Bilingual Immersion program, which encourages student fluency in English and Spanish. Alternatively, Rocketship Mateo Sheedy Elementary, a K-5 charter school rated A-minus, and Sacred Heart Nativity School, a private Catholic middle school not rated on Niche, are also located in the neighborhood.
Willow Glen Middle School is about 3 miles southwest of Washington-Guadalupe.
Willow Glen High School is a B-plus-rated high school near Washington-Guadalupe.
Washington Elementary School is one of the top elementary schools in Washington-Guadalupe.
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Parks in this Area
Monopoly in the Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Bestor Art Park
Biebrach Park
Basketball
Grills
Picnic Area
Tamien Park
Parque De Los Pobladores
Picnic Area
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Discovery Meadow Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
9 min drive
Subway
Virginia Station
Bus
Willow & Almaden
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Washington-Guadalupe
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Washington-Guadalupe, San Jose sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Washington-Guadalupe, San Jose over the last 12 months is $855,000, down 8% 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
3,746
Median Age
35
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$88,701
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$135,029
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
66.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.2%
% Population in Labor Force
77%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
92/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
86/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
61/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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