Introducing: Rose Garden

The Rose Garden is one of San José's oldest neighborhoods outside the downtown core around the Pueblo de San José de Guadalupe. Several existing Victorian houses in the neighborhood date from the 1860s and 1870s, particularly along Magnolia, Hester, and Hedding Streets. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, The Alameda or “Beautiful Way” attracted wealthy residents who built mansions along its frontage.

In 1927, the neighborhood and its immediate surroundings were primarily pear and prune orchards. That year, the City of San José purchased an 11-acre prune garden and converted part of it into the Municipal Rose Garden, which has been recognized as “America’s Best Rose Garden” and features more than 3,500 plantings! It’s this city landmark that gives this unique and charming neighborhood its name.

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Introducing: Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale is a prime spot at the center of Silicon Valley. It’s home to just as many mom-and-pop businesses as tech startups – with a rich history that follows the evolution of valley from orchards to office parks. The comfy, sunny climate is blended with easy access to transit, shopping, and highly-rated schools.

With a population of over 150,000, Sunnyvale is the seventh largest city in the Bay Area and second largest in Santa Clara County. It’s a city of technology and innovation, but also quiet family neighborhoods and a diverse community. You’ll feel right at home no matter where you roam.

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Introducing: Willow Glen

Willow Glen is known for tree-lined residential streets, shopping along bustling Lincoln Avenue, great schools, and friendly neighbors. Casual dining options include family-friendly restaurants, bakeries and pizzerias, and the neighborhood frequently holds downtown festivals, including art and wine walk events.

Almost a century ago, Willow Glen was its own city before being annexed by the City of San José, and the historic charm still remains. The neighborhood is centered around Lincoln between Willow and Minnesota Avenues, featuring repurposed buildings like the Garden Theater alongside modern developments like the Willow Glen Town Square.

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Introducing: Mountain View

Nestled between the mountains and the bay, Mountain View is a thriving, diverse community, ideally located in the heart of the Silicon Valley (10 miles north of San José, 35 miles south of San Francisco), and home to internationally known corporations as well as dynamic small businesses.

Mountain View offers excellent public services, top-rated schools, and a family-friendly community with vibrant public spaces, restaurants, and entertainment options for young couples and singles. The city is incredibly walkable, with public transit options a short distance away, no matter where you are. It is consistently listed as one of the top cities to live in the U.S.

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Introducing: Cambrian

Surrounded by Willow Glen to the north, Campbell to the west, and Los Gatos and the Almaden Valley to the south, the Cambrian neighborhood of San José is a small enclave of single-family homes, condos, and townhomes, with high-rated schools and plenty of retail shopping options within a short distance. It is predominantly a bedroom community, but there is plenty of nightlife and activity just a short Lyft – or bike – ride away.

Cambrian is a good fit for commuters, with easy access to multiple freeways, While it’s not the best for public transportation outside of the VTA bus network, you can catch a light rail train in Campbell that will take you to Downtown San José and beyond. The area is served by one of the newest branches in the San José Library system, and Houge Park is dog friendly!

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