How old are the homes in 95131?

Half of the 10,308 homes in 95131 (San Jose) were built before 1986, so the typical home is about 40 years old. 32% were built before 1980 and 18% since 2000.

How do homes in 95131 heat?

67% heat with gas and 29% with electricity. Gas-heated homes are the ones heat pump rebates are aimed at.

Are most homes in 95131 owned or rented?

62% are lived in by their owners and 38% are rented. 47% are detached single-family houses.

What is the median home value in 95131?

The Census estimate of the median owner-reported home value in 95131 is $1,164,800 (2020-2024 average).

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Homes in 95131: what they're like and what they need

A plain-English report on the 10,308 homes in ZIP 95131, from public Census and city data, with the repairs and upgrades homes like these usually need.

1986

Typical home built

32%

Built before 1980

67%

Heat with gas

62%

Owner-occupied

What homes in 95131 usually need

Gas furnace to heat pump

67% of homes in 95131 heat with gas. A heat pump replaces the furnace and adds AC, and Bay Area rebates often cover a large share.

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Earthquake bolting and bracing

Houses built before 1980 on raised foundations are the ones California's Earthquake Brace + Bolt program offers grants for. Check whether your home qualifies.

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Roof and gutters before the rains

Half the homes here were built before 1987. Most roofs last 20-30 years, so many are on their second or third. Clean gutters and a roof check before winter storms prevent most leaks.

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Water heater check

Most tank water heaters last 8-12 years. Rust at the base, rumbling or lukewarm water are the usual signs it's near the end.

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When homes in 95131 were built

2020 or later0%

2010s6%

2000s12%

1990s22%

1980s28%

1970s27%

1960s2%

1950s1%

1940s0%

1939 or earlier2%

47% are detached houses. 29% heat with electricity. Median owner-reported value: $1,164,800.

Rebates for 95131 homes

San José Clean Energy EcoHome Rebates (San José Clean Energy (San Jose's electricity provider))
Valley Water Landscape Rebate Program (Valley Water (Santa Clara County water district))
BayREN home energy programs (Bay Area Regional Energy Network (9 Bay Area counties))
Switch Is On incentive finder (Statewide (California))

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Permits in San Jose

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Questions about homes in 95131

How old are the homes in 95131?: Half of the 10,308 homes in 95131 (San Jose) were built before 1986, so the typical home is about 40 years old. 32% were built before 1980 and 18% since 2000.
How do homes in 95131 heat?: 67% heat with gas and 29% with electricity. Gas-heated homes are the ones heat pump rebates are aimed at.
Are most homes in 95131 owned or rented?: 62% are lived in by their owners and 38% are rented. 47% are detached single-family houses.
What is the median home value in 95131?: The Census estimate of the median owner-reported home value in 95131 is $1,164,800 (2020-2024 average).

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Housing figures: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates for ZIP code tabulation area 95131 (estimates, via Census Reporter). "What homes usually need" is general guidance based on home age and heating type, not an inspection of any home.