Sunnyvale, CA
Is The Gardens / Mayfair a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Sunnyvale, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe276
Medium167
Low291
Other2133
91 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape17
Child involved74
Assault13
Other4
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, dispatchers report a possible 911 hang-up call from a downtown transit center, and a unit is advised of the issue. | El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95050 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical units are dispatched code 3 to a location on East El Camino Real near Crestview Drive in Mountain View, with Medic 16 confirming response. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid dispatch was requested near East El Camino Real, Mountain View, involving cross streets Crestview Drive and West El Camino Real. The incident may involve a preliminary medical emergency. | E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a patient on Alhambra Avenue in the Montebello area appears to have an injury with a chunk of skin missing after breaking up a cat fight. Medical units responded to the scene. | Alhambra Ave, Cupertino, CA 95014 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched Code 3 to a reported vehicle collision on eastbound Stevens Creek Boulevard near a business called (person_name withheld). California Highway Patrol was reported on scene and Cal Fire was completing an apparent medical assessment. | Stevens Creek Blvd, California | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, transit personnel report a male passenger on a bus near East El Camino Real and Halford Avenue with an apparent open container, refusing to follow policy or leave the vehicle. County units and an S unit are responding. | Halford Ave & E El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95051 | Substance Use |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported dumpster fire behind a convenience store near 4th Street and Columbia in Sunnyvale. Multiple callers reported the fire, and arriving units found a fully involved dumpster that was later extinguished. Radio traffic also briefly mentioned a separate medical call for a possible overdose and a collapsed adult male by a pool, but details of that incident are unclear. | 4th St, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent code 2 to a reported vehicle crash near Brenton Court in Mountain View. | Brenton Ct, Mountain View, CA 94043 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported outside trash and dumpster fire near North Fair Oaks in Sunnyvale, with multiple callers indicating the fire was behind a convenience store near 4th and Columbia. | N Fair Oaks Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched to (number withheld) West El Camino Real for a person who collapsed near the pool. Units responded code 3. | W El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,565,852
Average Rent
$4,919
Vacancy Rate
7.2%
Overview
The Gardens / Mayfair is a suburban neighborhood in Sunnyvale, CA, known for its high median home price of $1,565,852 and average rent of $4,919. It features mostly small to medium apartments and townhomes built mainly between 1970 and 1999.
Residents are affluent and highly educated, with a large share of executives and professionals. The neighborhood is linguistically and ethnically diverse, with a strong Asian presence and many foreign-born residents.
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Quick Facts
| Executive & Professional Workforce | 84.6% |
|---|---|
| Foreign Born Residents | 56.0% |
Housing market and real estate character
The Gardens / Mayfair's housing is dominated by apartments and townhomes, mostly built between 1970 and 1999, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Vacancy Rate | 7.2% |
|---|---|
| Small Homes (1-2 bedrooms) | 82.0% |
| Large Apartment Buildings | 70.2% |
| Homes Built 1970-1999 | 90.7% |
What buyers will notice right away
Most housing consists of large apartment complexes and high-rises, unusual for many U.S. neighborhoods.
Nearly all homes were built between 1970 and 1999, giving the area a consistent look.
Families & Lifestyle
The Gardens / Mayfair attracts affluent professionals and families with a high rate of advanced degrees and low child poverty.
High owner occupancy often points to long-term residential stability.
A large share of executives and professionals shapes the neighborhood's culture.
Professional & Educated — Most residents hold advanced degrees and work in executive or professional roles.
Low Child Poverty — No children live below the federal poverty line, indicating economic stability.
| Advanced Degree Holders | 48.5% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive, Manager & Professional Share | 84.6% |
|---|---|
| Advanced Degree Rate | 48.5% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Income Rank | Top 2% |
| Asian Ancestry | 60.9% |
| Russian Ancestry | 4.0% |
| Languages of India Spoken at Home | 18.8% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 56.0% |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and use a mix of driving alone, carpooling, and train.
The Gardens / Mayfair offers relatively short commutes with diverse transportation modes, supporting a balanced lifestyle.
Short Commutes — Most residents spend 15 to 30 minutes commuting, less than average.
Multiple Transport Options — Driving alone, carpooling, and train use are all common.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 45.3% |
| Carpool Rate | 12.3% |
| Train Commute Rate | 5.3% |
Homes for sale near 94085
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in The Gardens / Mayfair?
The median home price is $1,565,852, higher than 96.7% of U.S. neighborhoods.
What types of housing are most common?
Large apartment complexes and townhomes dominate, mostly built between 1970 and 1999.
How diverse is the neighborhood?
It has a high Asian ancestry population (60.9%) and many foreign-born residents (56%).
What are typical commute patterns?
Most residents commute 15-30 minutes, with many driving alone or carpooling.