| Summary | National Percentile | Rank vs Metro |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | 80th | Good |
| Demographics | 75th | Good |
| Amenities | 15th | Poor |
Multifamily Valuation
| Property Details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 5500 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA, 95124, US |
| Region / Metro | San Jose |
| Year of Construction | 1974 |
| Units | 45 |
| Transaction Date | --- |
| Transaction Price | --- |
| Buyer | --- |
| Seller | --- |
5500 Camden Ave, San Jose Multifamily Investment
Positioned in an inner-suburban pocket of San Jose where elevated ownership costs sustain renter reliance, the asset benefits from stable neighborhood occupancy and affluent renter profiles, according to WDSuite’s CRE market data.
The property sits in an inner-suburban neighborhood of the San Jose–Sunnyvale–Santa Clara metro with family-oriented fundamentals. Neighborhood schools average 4.0 out of 5 and rank among the stronger options in the region (top quartile nationally), which supports demand from households prioritizing education and longer tenancy horizons. While immediate retail density is limited, residents draw on broader West San Jose and Cupertino corridors for services and employment.
Neighborhood occupancy is competitive nationally (upper-third nationwide) though below the metro median among 344 neighborhoods, suggesting room for operational outperformance at the asset level through leasing execution and retention. The share of housing units that are renter-occupied is above national norms per WDSuite, pointing to a sufficiently deep tenant base for a 45-unit community.
Within a 3-mile radius, demographics skew high-income with a large professional workforce and a rising median income. Over the last five years, population and household counts trended modestly upward, and WDSuite’s 5-year outlook indicates households are expected to expand further even if population growth moderates—implying smaller household sizes and a larger renter pool for well-run properties.
Home values in the neighborhood are among the highest nationally, reinforcing multifamily demand as renting remains a practical alternative to ownership. Median contract rents have grown over the past five years, yet rent-to-income metrics remain manageable for many local earners, supporting lease retention and pricing power when units are appropriately positioned.
Vintage positioning: Built in 1974 versus a neighborhood average vintage around the early 1980s, the asset is slightly older than local stock. That typically calls for targeted capital planning (systems, interiors, common areas) but also presents value-add upside to meet Class B/B+ renter expectations in this income-rich submarket.
Neighborhood safety indicators are mixed compared with metro and national baselines. Overall crime ranks below the metro median (ranked 196 out of 344 San Jose–Sunnyvale–Santa Clara neighborhoods) and sits below the national median, placing the area around the middle of the pack nationally. For investors, that argues for standard security measures and lighting, with emphasis on unit-level and perimeter controls during renovations or lease-ups.
Property crime has eased year over year (improvement reflected in WDSuite’s trend data), while violent crime levels track below the national median but not in the top-tier range. Taken together, the trajectory is stable to improving, and routine risk management should be sufficient for workforce- and professional-tenant leasing strategies.
Proximity to major tech and creative employers underpins demand from professional renters and supports retention through commute convenience. Key nearby employers include Netflix, eBay, Adobe Systems, and two Apple office campuses.
- Netflix — entertainment & technology (3.6 miles) — HQ
- eBay — e-commerce (4.2 miles) — HQ
- Adobe Systems — software (6.5 miles)
- Apple - Stevens Creek 8 — technology offices (8.1 miles)
- Apple - Tantau 14 — technology offices (8.6 miles)
5500 Camden Ave offers exposure to a high-income renter base in a high-cost ownership market, with neighborhood occupancy solid nationally and schools that rank well among metro peers. According to CRE market data from WDSuite, the surrounding area shows elevated home values and rent-to-income levels that support tenant retention for quality Class B assets, particularly those offering renovated interiors and reliable operations.
Constructed in 1974, the community is slightly older than the neighborhood average, suggesting clear value-add levers—mechanicals, interiors, and curb appeal—that can enhance competitiveness against newer stock. Proximity to Silicon Valley employers provides durable demand from professional households, while forecast household growth within a 3-mile radius expands the renter pool even if overall population growth moderates.
- High-income, tech-centric renter base supports stable demand and renewal potential
- Elevated home values reinforce rental preference, aiding pricing power
- 1974 vintage enables targeted value-add to outperform comparable Class B stock
- Access to major employers (Netflix, eBay, Apple, Adobe) underpins leasing velocity
- Risks: below-metro safety ranking and limited immediate retail; mitigate with security, amenity upgrades, and strong management