West San Jose is a suburban retreat in San Jose. The tech industry in Silicon Valley has made the community a highly sought-after place for professionals and commuters. Homebuyers also like the area for its top-rated public schools, great commute options and easy access to diverse shopping and dining.
Even though West San Jose is part of the city's urban landscape, most residential streets here have a suburban feel. Craftsman bungalows and ranch-style builds are common. Larger houses have more modern, New Traditional or contemporary designs. Lots are usually big enough for a small lawn or backyard pool. Homes are set close together, but there's mature greenery throughout the area, which provides a little bit of privacy. Condos and townhouses generally have monthly HOA fees that cover amenities like private pools, playgrounds and recreational facilities.
Single-family properties range from $2 million to $5 million. Condos and townhouses from the 1970s usually start around $700,000 and can reach about $2 million. On average, properties sell after 15 days on the market, much faster than the national average of 53 days. “Most people don't ever sell their homes here, so there’s almost no inventory at all,” says Amol Heda, associate broker at KW Bay Area Estates with nearly 25 years of experience. “The area has a really desirable school district and extremely good commute options, so home prices don't go down and it's almost impossible to get a house here.”
For kindergarten through eighth grade, most students are part of the highly-rated Cupertino Union School District, and many go to the top-rated Dilworth Elementary School. “It’s a very desirable school system, and people here really focus on their kids,” Heda says. Cupertino has an intradistrict transfer process, giving families some flexibility to attend schools outside their home boundary. Students might go on to Lynbrook High School, which is in Fremont Union High School District. Located right in the community, Lynbrook High offers programs in business, computer science and culinary science. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report ranked Lynbrook High as one of the best high schools in the state.
West San Jose is near retail hubs, malls and downtown areas:
West San Jose places you within minutes of entertainment and recreational venues. Major attractions include:
State Route 85 runs through the area and Interstate 280 is nearby, offering easy access to the rest of Silicon Valley and the Bay Area. San José Mineta International Airport and Downtown San Jose are about 10 miles away, and San Francisco is about 45 miles north. Valley Transportation Authority buses offer a public transit option. The San Jose Diridon Station downtown serves Caltrain commuter trains and VTA light rail.
Amol Heda
KW Bay Area Estates
(669) 221-8510
52 Total Sales
2 in West San Jose
$3,400,000 Price Range
Kelley Solberg
KW Bay Area Estates
(669) 238-2350
90 Total Sales
1 in West San Jose
$3,025,000 Price
Brenda Avilla-Kintz
Realty ONE Group American
(669) 236-3614
43 Total Sales
2 in West San Jose
$2.9M - $3M Price Range
Cyndi Stewart
Compass
(650) 668-4661
46 Total Sales
1 in West San Jose
$3,000,000 Price
Daniel Winkler
Winkler Real Estate Group
(510) 871-8855
127 Total Sales
1 in West San Jose
$3,100,000 Price
Sushama N. Thakker
Sushama Thakker, Broker
(650) 209-6105
32 Total Sales
1 in West San Jose
$3,300,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West San Jose | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in West San Jose, San Jose sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in West San Jose, San Jose over the last 12 months is $3,155,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$2,994,000
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Median Sale Price
$3,155,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$3,300,000
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,335,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
-5%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
118
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,642
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Number of Homes
5,723
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Number of Homes for Sale
8
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Median Year Built
1963
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Months of Supply
0.80
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,965
On par with the national average
1,933
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,155
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Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
750
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
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$3,500 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
3
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Median Rent
$4,500
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$5,190
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$5,190
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Median Condo Rent
$3,500
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$3,500
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Total Population
15,884
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Median Age
49
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Population Density
10 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$228,614
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$225,819
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High School Graduates
97.9%
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College Graduates
80.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
47.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
63.2%
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Annual Precipitation
17''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
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Annual Snowfall
0''
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