Property Overview:
865 Garden St is a detached single-family home in Milpitas, CA, built in 2017 by Pulte Homes. It features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and 1,657 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a spacious 2-car garage, central heating and AC, engineered wood flooring, and in-unit laundry. The estimated home value is $1,094,000 (sold for $1,030,500 in 2019).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate: - Personal crime risk: 8% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 7.9% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
 
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Schools: 
 Nearby schools include Northwood Elementary, Morrill Middle, Calaveras Hills, and Santa Clara County Court.- Average SAT score: 1015 (531 Math, 484 English) — higher than state average of 975.
 
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Job Market: - 62.2% white-collar jobs, 37.8% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
 
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Demographics: - Community population: 58,229 (25% growth since 2000)
- 80% families with children
- Largest age group: 25-34 years (16.33%), followed by 35-44 years (16.32%)
 
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Natural Disaster Risk: - Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
 
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Weather: - Average temperature: 45.2°F (January), 76.9°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 10.7 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
 
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Cost of Living: - Median household income: $98,135
- Average annual spending: $67,221
 
Property Features:
- Modern, luminous, and elegant design with open floor plan
- Each bedroom has an en-suite bathroom (one on first level)
- Primary suite with walk-in closet (top floor)
- Large, open kitchen with center island, stainless steel appliances, and walk-in pantry
- Private balcony off dining area
- Freshly painted, new carpet on stairs
- Low HOA dues and no rental restrictions
- Pet-friendly (max 2 pets, no dangerous breeds, pet rent applies)
- Ideal for roommates and families
- Quick access to HWY 237/880/680, Montague Expressway, Great Mall, VTA Light Rail, and Milpitas BART
- Walking distance to Bob McGuire Park, tennis courts, playgrounds, and community hall
- Resident Benefit Package required ($45.95/month): includes renters insurance, credit building, identity protection, and more
Application & Rental Criteria:
- Income: 3x monthly rent or higher
- Credit score: 700+ required
- No prior evictions
- Every adult (18+) must apply
- Pet screening required (even if no pets)
- Application fee: $35
- Must view property before application considered
Location Benefits:
- Centrally located in Milpitas’ most desirable neighborhood (Metro Villas)
- Commuter-friendly: near major highways and public transit
- Close to shopping, dining, parks, and recreation
- Family-oriented community with abundant amenities