Property Overview:
1600 Willowgate Dr is a single-family residence in the Cambrian neighborhood of San Jose, CA, built in 1963. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,526 sq. ft. of living space on a 6,300 sq. ft. lot. The home includes an attached 2-car garage, central heating & air conditioning, and a wood-burning fireplace. The estimated home value is $1,355,000.
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%)
- Moderate overall crime risk; 7 registered offenders within 1 mile
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Reed Elementary, John Muir Middle, and Pioneer High.- Average SAT score: 1028 (above state average of 975)
- Schools rated as very good
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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 (16.2%) and 45-54 (15.7%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk
- Low flood and tornado 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
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Home Values:
- Recent sale (May 2020): $1,275,000
- Average sale price for similar homes: $1,127,490 – $1,378,225
Property Features:
- Impressively remodeled and well-maintained for the California lifestyle
- Open floor plan in living & dining area with wood-burning fireplace
- Custom built-in cabinets, shelves, and desk area
- Eat-in kitchen with white oak cabinetry, pull-out drawers, and 2019 LVT flooring
- Designer paint and plantation shutters in the large master bedroom with double closets
- Updated bathrooms with bamboo floors and remodeled en-suite master shower
- Landscaped, lush yards—a gardener’s delight
- Inviting patio with custom-built pergola and flowering wisteria
- Dual-pane windows and sliding doors throughout
- Recessed lighting in kitchen, dining, living room, and bedrooms
- Storage closets throughout
- Central heating & air conditioning
- 1-year new water heater and newer roof (2003)
- Attached 2-car garage: drywalled, painted, with heavy-duty vinyl flooring, metal storage cabinets, and convenient laundry area
- Over $75,000 in backyard upgrades: custom pergola, hardscaping, drought-tolerant landscaping
Location Benefits:
- Highly sought-after Cambrian neighborhood
- Commuter-friendly: Easy access to public transportation and major highways
- Family-oriented community with excellent schools and amenities
- Perfect for entertaining and outdoor living year-round