Property Overview:
1520 Willowgate Dr is a single-family residence in San Jose, CA 95118, built in 1957. It features 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1,233 sq. ft. of living space on a 6,200 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a composition roof, dual pane windows, a fantastic backyard, and a parking garage. The lateral sewer was recently replaced. The estimated home value is around $1,071,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 9.6% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 7.8% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
- Overall crime risk: Moderate (7 criminal and sex offenders within 1 mile)
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Schools:
Nearby highly-rated schools include Reed Elementary, John Muir Middle, and Pioneer High.- Average SAT score: 1028 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 64.8% white-collar jobs, 35.2% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.5% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 31,147 (3% growth since 2000)
- 75% families with children
- Largest age groups: 35-44 (16.18%) and 45-54 (15.71%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk
- Very low tornado risk
- Low flood risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 39.5°F (January), 75.2°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 20.3 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $75,753
- Average annual spending: $57,212
Property Features:
- Rare 4-bedroom home in the area
- Low maintenance and well-kept
- Freshly painted interior, updated light fixtures, and hardwood floors
- Dual pane windows and HVAC system
- Spacious backyard with gazebo, outdoor kitchen, ceiling fan, and TV mount—ideal for entertaining
- Attached garage with epoxy floors and washer/dryer included
- Potential for expansion or ADU (buyer to verify with city)
- Virtual tour available: View here
Location Benefits:
- Tree-lined, tranquil neighborhood
- Convenient access to shopping, dining, freeways, and expressways
- San Jose Unified School District with 12 years of schools nearby
- Great value with future upside potential
- Perfect for first-time homebuyers or investors