San José was founded in 1777, and began as a farming community when it supported Spanish military installations in Monterey and San Francisco. The city was the state’s first civilized settlement, the state’s first incorporated city and the state’s first capital when California gained statehood in 1850. Of course, that was later changed to Sacramento.

You can’t think of San José without recollecting one of the greatest hits of the 20th century. Dionne Warwick immortalized it in the song “Do You Know the Way to San José?”

The most prominent presence of technologic expertise in the world can be found here. An excess of 6,600 technology companies with more than 254,000 employees call the area home, a product of the 1990s technology boom, which was dubbed Silicon Valley.

With a population of almost 1 million people, this city is the 3rd largest in California and the 10th largest in the country. San José is considered one of the safest cities in the country with a population of over 500,000. It has a Mediterranean climate and is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges that keep the summers temperate. With summers in the 70s, winters in the 50s and 300 days of sunshine, you will enjoy the heck out of San José.

There is always something to do in this city. Take the family to Paramount’s Great America and witness All Wheels Extreme (extreme bike competitions), rides galore and many scheduled events. Hang with the animals at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, take the plunge at Raging Waters and find things that fit your fancy at the San José Flea Market that boasts it’s the largest on the planet.

If it’s sports you have your sights set on, buy tickets to watch a game at Spartan Stadium, or any of the other stadiums seated in San José. For free outdoor family recreation, hike into the mountains, bike through local trails or settle on a stroll and take in the sights at San José Regional Parks.. If culture’s your cup of tea, make a stop at the San José Museum of Art or take in live theater at the San José Repertory Theater. Of course, other museums and theaters can be found scattered throughout the city.

Hosting several different districts, schools are a significant part of San Jose’s investment. Here, you’ll find a host of public, private, charter and magnet schools. This city takes education seriously and many schools in these districts boast collectively higher API scores than the rest of the nation.

All this sets San José apart from other cities. But that’s not all. Real estate is primo here, too. Check out the classy, cavernous enclaves in the Evergreen area where some exceed $4.8 million. You can find mid-range, affordable homes in this area, too. Alum Rock offers substantially less expensive homes for the discerning dealmaker. Blossom Valley will capture your interest if you’re into condominiums.

Whether you’re simply single or finding a home for your family, you’ll discover that everything you need is right here in San José.

Come and settle in to the savory essence of the city of San José!

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