Downtown Campbell
Campbell Avenue's downtown has restaurants, bars, and shops, along with a weekly farmers market, and is a regular gathering spot for residents.
Silicon Valley community guide
Campbell
A compact city between San Jose and Los Gatos, with a walkable downtown, the Los Gatos Creek Trail, and light rail access.
Overview
Where Campbell fits in Silicon Valley
Campbell is a small city surrounded by San Jose, Los Gatos, and Saratoga. Highway 17 runs along its eastern side and Highway 85 crosses its southern edge, putting much of Silicon Valley within reasonable reach. VTA light rail serves the downtown area.
Living in Campbell
What it's like to live here
The Pruneyard
The Pruneyard shopping center adds dining, offices, and services near Highway 17.
A trail through town
The Los Gatos Creek Trail runs through Campbell, connecting toward Los Gatos and San Jose for walking, running, and cycling.
The practical tradeoffs
Campbell's housing mix is broad, so value and lot size vary considerably. Some homes with Campbell addresses sit in San Jose or unincorporated county land.
Housing
The range of homes in Campbell
- Older bungalows and cottages near downtown.
- Mid-century ranch homes across many residential neighborhoods.
- Townhomes and condos, including newer construction near downtown and transit.
- Remodeled homes and newer infill construction.
Before you buy
What to verify on any property
Address vs. jurisdiction
A Campbell mailing address doesn't always mean the City of Campbell. Confirm jurisdiction for permits, services, and taxes.
HOAs for attached homes
Townhomes and condos typically have HOAs. Review dues, reserves, and rules for each community.
Older-home inspections
Homes near downtown can be older and benefit from careful inspection of foundations and systems.
This is general context, not tax, legal, or insurance advice. Confirm jurisdiction, permits, HOA terms, and coverage for any specific property with the appropriate professionals.
Parks, trails & amenities
Getting outside
Los Gatos Creek Trail
The trail and adjoining county park areas run through the city.
Campbell Park
Near downtown, with lawns and trail access along the creek.
Neighborhood parks
Smaller parks spread through residential areas.
Getting around
Location & access
Highway 17
Runs along the eastern side, connecting north toward San Jose and I-880 and south through Los Gatos.
Highway 85
Crosses the southern edge, linking toward Cupertino and Mountain View or east toward 101.
San Jose & Santa Clara
Central San Jose and Santa Clara are reachable via Highway 17 / I-880 or surface streets.
VTA light rail
Light rail serves downtown Campbell, connecting toward central San Jose.
Drive times in Silicon Valley change sharply with time of day — test your actual commute before committing.
Related communities
Los Gatos
A walkable downtown, foothill neighborhoods, and the Santa Cruz Mountains as a backdrop.
Willow Glen
Tree-lined streets, early 20th-century homes, and Lincoln Avenue's small-town main street.
San Jose
Silicon Valley's largest city — a collection of distinct districts, from downtown towers to foothill neighborhoods.
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