Willow Glen was an independent town until San Jose annexed it in 1936, and it still feels like one. Lincoln Avenue is the center of daily life, with independent shops, coffee and restaurants within walking distance of most homes.
Streets are lined with mature trees and a mix of early twentieth century homes, which is why so many buyers fall for it on a first drive through.
- Schools
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Booksin Elementary — 9/10
Willow Glen Elementary — 5/10
Willow Glen Middle — 5/10
Willow Glen High — 8/10 - Getting around
- Highways 87 and 280 nearby. Caltrain at Diridon Station is about ten minutes away.
- Nearest major companies
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Downtown San Jose ~3 mi
Santana Row ~4 mi
Apple Park ~10 mi
Google ~12 mi
O'Connor Hospital ~2 mi - Homes
- 1920s to 1940s bungalows, Spanish Revival and Tudor homes, and mid-century ranch homes.
- Landmarks
- Lincoln Avenue, Los Gatos Creek Trail, Bramhall Park, the annual Willow Glen Founders Day.
Questions about Willow Glen
Gong Cha on Meridian Ave and Lilikoi Boba on Lincoln Ave are local favorites.
Lincoln Ave is the main dining strip. Yuki Sushi and Black Sheep Brasserie are standouts.
Willow Street Frank Bramhall Park, Fuller Park, River Glen Park, and Wallenberg Park.
Earthquake insurance is the main consideration for all Bay Area homes. Willow Glen is not in a high fire severity zone or a FEMA flood zone.
San Jose Unified School District. Booksin Elementary (9/10), Willow Glen Elementary (5/10), Willow Glen Middle (5/10), Willow Glen High (8/10). Confirm by address.
Highway 87 along the east edge and Highway 280 to the north. About 10 minutes to downtown San Jose.