Willow Glen

37.2944° N, 121.9136° W

Willow Glen

Abundant tranquility and an energetic ethos abound in San Jose’s loveliest treasure

Welcome to Willow Glen

With its gorgeously-restored historic homes and charming, wonderfully-walkable downtown, Willow Glen is as much of a joy to visit as it is a place to call home. San Jose’s signature sunshine gives the vibrant and refined enclave an alluring, upbeat ambiance. Its broad range of real estate options — from high-end estates to spacious single-family homes and landmark properties — gives the region a ton of personality. Whether searching for a Spanish-inspired house or a beautiful Victorian, you’re nearly guaranteed to find the home of your dreams in this coveted area.

Located just south of downtown San Jose, Willow Glen is near terrific public transportation. It’s the splendid willow trees (which gave the hamlet its name) that are the real magic of this exclusive San Francisco Bay Area neighborhood. 

What to Love

  • Ideally located, with convenience to the airport
  • Features more than 250 businesses, many of them independent
  • Filled with antique shops, bookstores, and spas
  • Brimming with darling coffee shops, bars, and cider houses
  • One of San Jose’s leading shopping destinations
  • Tree-lined, pristine, historic, and picturesque

Local Lifestyle 

Willow Glen is an optimal match for a wide variety of residents, including retirees who relish being near art and culture, families who prize quiet and seclusion, and young couples who appreciate its mix of small-town vibes and urban sophistication. Willow Glen’s prime location also makes it a dream for Silicon Valley professionals who want an easy commute and anyone who loves strolling down a town’s main drag in pursuit of everything from gelato to fashion. You’ll often find your neighbors at Willow Glen’s picturesque eateries or at one of the town’s community events.

Dining, Shopping & Entertainment 

People throughout Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area as a whole frequently flock to Willow Glen specifically for its outstanding eateries. Striking the perfect balance between elegant and laid back, its culinary scene will surely delight you no matter your mood or craving. 

Bill's Cafe-Willow boasts a lively (and, oftentimes, sunny) patio — the optimal place to kick back and enjoy breakfast with an extensive menu that covers all of the classic breakfast traditions, along with a selection of creative specialties. And if you start the day late, you can rest assured knowing that breakfast at Bill's is served all day, along with a wide choice of lunch items, ranging from classic sandwiches, to salads, to daily chef's specials.  The Table is just as delightful. Here, you’ll find a rustic-hip interior, a spirited clientele, and a menu teeming with the likes of steak tartare and ginger and Ora King salmon with leeks and herbed butter.

During the warmer months, a formidable (but well worth it) line forms in front of the counter of Willow Glen Creamery before residents of this well-loved district get busy shopping. Willow Glen has a wealth of great retailers, including Mann’s Jewelers and Hicklebee’s Children Books, a veritable Bay Area institution that features a bevy of titles for tots.

Things to Do

An excellent climate, combined with a central location, lends itself well to an array of activities for Willow Glen residents. Saturdays in this area are more or less dedicated to Willow Glen Farmers’ Market, where you’ll be pleased to discover an assortment of quality, organic products. Nearby Santana Row is also a delight to visit. Luxury retailers are found in spades in this posh district, including Paige and Kendra Scott.

For an interesting afternoon, living in Willow Glen means you’ll also be near the Winchester Mystery House, an iconic museum and property brimming with beauty and intrigue. And throughout the year, you’ll have the chance to catch up with your neighbors at the enclave’s wine walks in its vibrant downtown.

Schools

Willow Glen is near various high-ranking schools, such as:


Overview for Willow Glen, CA

53,478 people live in Willow Glen, where the median age is 41.8 and the average individual income is $80,353. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

53,478

Total Population

41.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$80,353

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Willow Glen, CA

Willow Glen has 21,083 households, with an average household size of 2.5. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Willow Glen do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 53,478 people call Willow Glen home. The population density is 7,341.18 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

53,478

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.8

Median Age

47.41 / 52.59%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
21,083

Total Households

2.5

Average Household Size

$80,353

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Willow Glen, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Willow Glen. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
As-Safa Institute/As-Safa Academy
PRIVATE
K - 12th
No rating available
Blackford Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
1/5
PUBLIC
K - 8th
3/5
Willow Glen Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
4/5
Willow Glen Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
Presentation High School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
St Christopher School
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
The Creekside School
PRIVATE
3rd - 12th
No rating available
My School-Cathedral Of Faith Learning Center
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
Spectrum Center Schools-Randol Campus
PRIVATE
1st - 12th
No rating available
University Preparatory Academy Charter
PUBLIC
7th - 12th
5/5
Schallenberger Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
Canoas Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
2/5
Ernesto Galarza Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
1/5
Achiever Christian School
PRIVATE
PreK - 6th
No rating available
Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Gardner Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
1/5

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