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Data through Aug 2026 · Part of the San Jose housing market
ZIP 95118 is a balanced market and tilting gently toward buyers. A good environment for thoughtful decisions on both sides:
Based on 72 homes sold in the 3 months ending August 2026. Includes all residential types (SFH, condo, townhouse, multi-family, and others). Updated weekly.
Data through August 2026
See how prices, monthly costs, and mortgage rates have moved in 95118, San Jose.
Includes principal, interest, estimated CA property tax (~1.25%), and estimated insurance (~$2,200/yr). HOA fees not included.
ZIP 95118 is a balanced market that is tilting gently toward buyers. Both sides have reasonable leverage, contingencies are more common, and there is time to make thoughtful decisions.
At $1.61M, ZIP 95118's median is close to the Bay Area average of $1.78M.
Within San Jose, this area trades about 15% above the city-wide median of $1.40M.
By home type:
Prices in ZIP 95118 depend heavily on home type and specific neighborhood. Median sale prices by type:
Individual listings vary widely based on location, size, and condition. The best calibration is to narrow to a few specific neighborhoods you are considering and look at recent sales there.
ZIP 95118 is a balanced market where neither side dominates:
Buyer strategy: contingencies are more accepted, and there is time to tour and negotiate without extreme pressure.
At $1.61M with 20% down at 7.28%, your estimated total monthly cost is approximately $10,701:
HOA fees are extra. Condo buyers typically budget an additional $300 to $700 per month for HOA, and townhome HOAs run $200 to $500.
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