Garden Alameda, San Jose, CA

Garden Alameda Neighborhood Guide San Jose, CA

About

The Garden Alameda neighborhood in San Jose, California is a serene, tree-lined residential area offering a suburban atmosphere within the city. The neighborhood is bordered by major roads like The Alameda and Emory street facilitating easy transportation. It is just a stone's throw away from the bustling downtown San Jose. Notably, the SAP center, home to the San Jose Sharks and a venue for major concerts and events, is also nearby.

What You Will Love About Garden Alameda, San Jose, California

  • The lush greenery in and around the neighborhood that gives it an idyllic, peaceful ambiance.
  • The proximity to downtown San Jose, offering easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment.
  • The community spirit with local events and block parties happening throughout the year.

What's Nearby

Garden Alameda is near a number of major destinations. It is just a short drive to the SAP center and the San Jose Museum of Art. The neighborhood is close to downtown San Jose which is brimming with shopping centers, eateries, and entertainment hubs. It is also close to the Municipal Rose Garden, a popular tourist spot.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in Garden Alameda is a blend of laid-back suburban living and urban convenience. Residents enjoy tranquil, tree-lined streets and a tight-knit community vibe, along with easy access to city amenities and attractions. Local parks also provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 383 restaurants, 46 grocery stores, and 35 parks within a mile of the Garden Alameda neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    City Mini Mart

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.2 miles

    1354 the Alameda

  • GROCERY
    Tn Produce & Grocery

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Fruit and Vegetable Store, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    664 Stockton Ave

  • GROCERY
    Tri E-Z Foods

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    876 the Alameda

  • GROCERY
    Paul's Quickstop

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    709 Stockton Ave

  • GROCERY
    Sprouts Farmers Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    615 Coleman Ave

  • SHOPPING
    San Jose Market Center

    Retail, Shopping Mall

    0.4 miles

    543 Coleman Ave

Garden Alameda Apartments and Rentals

37 Rental properties in Garden Alameda, San Jose, CA.

  • Avalon on The Alameda property

    $2,619+

    Avalon on The Alameda

    1–3 Beds • 1–3 Baths

    426–1422 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Avalon Morrison Park property

    $2,805+

    Avalon Morrison Park

    Studio–3 Beds • 1.5–3.5 Baths

    923–1906 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Legacy Fountain Plaza property

    $2,499+

    Legacy Fountain Plaza

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    582–1430 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Villa Torino property

    $2,849+

    Villa Torino

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    786–1431 Sqft

    6 Units Available

  • 877 Villa Ave property

    $2,850

    877 Villa Ave

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    960 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 849 Frederick Commons property

    $4,200

    849 Frederick Commons

    3 Beds • 2.5 Baths

    1580 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
42.1%
222.3%
utilities
16.8%
46.7%
food
0.2%
15%
transportation
4.5%
38.2%
healthcare
11.9%
20.5%

Garden Alameda Demographics

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Garden Alameda Reviews

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  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Quiet Area

    Yes

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 2 of 2 renters

  • Busy Streets

    Yes

    Say 1 of 2 renters

Garden Alameda Transportation

walk bike and transit

Very Walkable

85/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

87/100
Bike Score®

Good Transit

60/100
1 bus stop, 9 train stops

Caltrain CEMOF

Train Stop

585 Lenzen Ave

College Park Caltrain Station

Train Stop

780 Stockton Ave

Capitol Corridor - San Jose Diridon

Train Stop

65 Cahill St

Source: foursquare.com

Garden Alameda Schools