1656 Valley Oaks Dr, Gilroy, CA 95020, USA


Property Overview:

1656 Valley Oaks Dr is a single-family home in Gilroy, CA, built in 1997. It features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,516 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,967 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a 3-car garage, heating system, and is currently valued at approximately $1,004,000.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 7.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 7.6% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Luigi Aprea Elementary, Christopher High, and Solorsano Middle.

    • Average SAT score: 1014 (above state average of 975).
  • Job Market:

    • 52.5% white-collar jobs, 47.5% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 5.1% (slightly higher than state average of 4.7%).
  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 48,479 (1% growth since 2000).
    • 80% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 35-44 years (14.74%), followed by 25-34 years (13.25%).
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Moderate flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 35.1°F (January), 71.0°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 21.2 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $73,066.
    • Average annual spending: $55,562.

Property Features:

  • Two-story home with soaring ceilings and abundant natural light.
  • Flexible layout:
    • Fifth bedroom/office and full bathroom on main level (bedroom does not have a built-in closet).
    • Open kitchen connected to a cozy family room.
    • Separate living and dining areas for gatherings.
  • Upstairs:
    • Four spacious bedrooms, including a large primary suite retreat.
  • Private backyard:
    • Backs to open land with mature trees and frequent deer sightings.
  • 3-car garage with generous storage.
  • Lovingly maintained by original owners.

Location Benefits:

  • Quiet, well-established neighborhood in Gilroy’s desirable Northwest Quadrant.
  • Close to parks, top-rated schools, and shopping.
  • Ideal for families, remote work, and multi-generational living.
  • Peaceful natural setting with easy access to community amenities.

Price and Status History

date type price
1998-02-06 Sold 402182
2018-01-01 Rental 6586
2023-01-01 For Sale 914981
2025-05-14 For Sale 1249000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

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Flood Risk Info

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Flood Zone Type

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A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.

Earthquake Risk Info

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Central Calaveras Gilroy Hot Springs 0 0 1
Central Calaveras Loma Prieta 0 0 0
Central Calaveras Mount Madonna 0 0 0
Central Calaveras Mount Sizer 0 0 1
Central Calaveras San Felipe 0 0 1
Central Calaveras Watsonville East 0 0 0
San Andreas - Santa Cruz Chittenden 0 0 1
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San Andreas - Santa Cruz Gilroy Hot Springs 0 0 0
San Andreas - Santa Cruz Loma Prieta 0 0 1
San Andreas - Santa Cruz Mount Madonna 0 0 1
San Andreas - Santa Cruz Mount Sizer 0 0 0
San Andreas - Santa Cruz San Felipe 0 0 0
San Andreas - Santa Cruz Watsonville East 0 0 1
Sargent Chittenden 0 0 1
Sargent Gilroy 0 0 0
Sargent Gilroy Hot Springs 0 0 0
Sargent Loma Prieta 0 0 0
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Sargent San Felipe 0 0 0
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Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
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Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
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Very high 0 0 0 0

Wild fire Risk Info

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Very High 0 0 0 1

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