San Jose Neighborhood
Is Kennedy a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe538
Medium383
Low674
Other4396
357 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape83
Child involved264
Assault72
Other18
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported electric bike battery explosion at a house near Bikini Avenue, Kiltown Way, and Paper Lane in San Jose. The caller said the e-bike exploded inside the home, was moved outside, and was apparently on fire. | Bikini Ave, San Jose, CA 95122 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving abdominal pain is reported near Brown and Lane off Edenview Drive. | Edenview Dr, San Jose, CA | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel are responding code 3 to a reported vehicle accident near South Third Street and East William Street in San Jose. | E William St & S Third St, San Jose, CA 95112 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic Engine One responded to a medical emergency at Steinbeck Library near Lincoln Avenue with cross streets West Olive Street and West San Luis Street. | Lincoln Ave, San Jose, CA 95126 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a driver reported being unable to turn left onto Ocala Avenue in San Jose due to roadwork cones blocking the street earlier than expected. Dispatch provided an alternate route using Capitol Expressway, Story Road, White Road, and Ocala Avenue. | Ocala Ave & S White Rd, San Jose, CA 95148 | Road Closure |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 75 responded code 2 to East Longmere off North Third Street; police on scene and the scene is reported secure. | N 3rd St, San Jose, CA | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical triage incident occurred near West Santa Clara Street and North San Pedro Street. Police confirmed the area was secure for emergency responders. | N San Pedro St & W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95110 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 21 is dispatched to a medical emergency near Sussex Drive and nearby cross streets in San Jose for a 69-year-old man reportedly choking on saliva. Engine 2 is canceled while the call is triaged as a higher-priority medical response. | Sussex Dr, San Jose, CA 95127 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were called to an address near Da Vinci Court for a 51-year-old male who had surgery and is experiencing tingling in hands and feet. | Da Vinci Ct, San Jose, CA 95148 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call occurred near Glen Dixon Court and Andorra Drive in the area covered by Station 21. | Glen Dixon Ct, San Jose, CA 95148 | Medical Emergency |
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Average Rent
$3,782
Vacancy Rate
4.7%
Vacancy Rate
4.7%
Overview
Kennedy is a densely urban neighborhood in San Jose, CA, with a median home price of $947,057, more expensive than 56.0% of California neighborhoods.
The housing mix includes small to medium single-family homes and townhomes, with a balanced owner and renter occupancy and many homes built between 1970 and 1999.
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Quick Facts
| Median Home Price | $947,057 |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Kennedy's housing stock features a notable share of rowhouses and attached homes, with a mix of owner and renter occupancy.
| Rowhouse and Attached Homes | 24.3% |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Most built 1970-1999 |
| Housing Size | Small to medium single-family homes and townhomes |
What buyers will notice right away
High proportion of rowhouses offers charm and variety.
Mix of owners and renters supports diverse community.
Families & Lifestyle
Kennedy has a diverse occupational mix and a strong carpooling culture.
Diverse Community — High Asian ancestry (42.3%) and significant Mexican roots (47.2%) shape culture.
Multilingual Households — Spanish is most common (46.2%), with notable Vietnamese (32.9%) and Tagalog speakers.
| Child Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing and Labor Employment | 39.0% |
| Sales and Service Employment | 28.5% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Above average |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| Asian Ancestry | 42.3% |
| Foreign Born | 54.2% |
| Top Languages | ["Spanish","Vietnamese","English","Tagalog","Chinese"] |
Commute
Kennedy residents mostly drive alone or carpool, with many enjoying shorter commutes.
Kennedy features a high carpool rate and manageable commute times, reflecting strong community travel habits.
Short Commutes — 55.0% of commuters spend 15-30 minutes traveling to work.
Car Ownership — 71.6% drive alone to work.
Carpooling Popularity — 24.4% carpool, ranking above 96.6% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 71.6% |
| Carpool Rate | 24.4% |
Homes for sale near 95122
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Kennedy?
The median home price is $947,057.
What is unique about Kennedy's housing?
It has a high share of rowhouses, more than 95% of U.S. neighborhoods.
How do most residents commute?
Most drive alone or carpool, with 24.4% carpooling.