Property Overview:
878 El Rio Dr is a single-family home in San Jose, CA, built in 1950. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,458 sq. ft. of living space (3rd bedroom/2nd bath in separate quarters, not included in main SF). The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, heating and cooling systems, and sits on an oversized 10,140 sq. ft. lot. The estimated home value is $1,381,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 14.6% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 15.6% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include University Preparatory Academy Charter, Canoas Elementary, Willow Glen Middle, and Willow Glen High.- Average SAT score: 1,057 (542 Math, 515 English)—above state average of 975.
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Job Market:
- 68% white-collar jobs, 32% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.3% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 44,603 (4% growth since 2000).
- 65% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.67%), second largest 35-44 years (16.02%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 42.7°F (January), 77.0°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 14.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $76,483.
- Average annual spending: $57,364.
Property Features:
- Oversized lot (10,140+ sq. ft.) with ultimate privacy—backs up to a creek, no rear neighbors.
- Backyard oasis: Koi pond, manicured landscaping, shady pergola, built-in BBQ, lawn, patio, and storage shed.
- Chef’s kitchen: Granite countertops, high-grade Viking stainless steel appliances.
- Living room: Cozy fireplace, custom-built entertainment center, porcelain tile floors.
- Designer finishes throughout; double-pane windows, solar panels, central A/C.
- 7-year-old presidential roof.
- 2-car garage with oversized driveway.
- 200 sq. ft. enclosed storage adjacent to the ADU (separate from main home).
- 50% FAR allowance—ample room for expansion, but move-in ready.
- Inside laundry.
- Tree-lined street in the Willow Glen neighborhood.
- Walk to grocery & drug stores, restaurants, parks, and Downtown Willow Glen.
Location Benefits:
- Great schools: Willow Glen High, Willow Glen Middle, Booksin Elementary.
- Convenient access to expressways & highways.
- Family-friendly community with a high percentage of families with children.
- Close proximity to shopping, dining, and parks—perfect for entertaining and outdoor living.