Milpitas Homes for Sale
76 Homes for sale in Milpitas
$1,680,000
1683 Rocky Mountain Avenue
Milpitas, CA 95035
$299,000
1515 N Milpitas Boulevard #129
Milpitas, CA 95035
$1,350,000
891 Pepper Place
Milpitas, CA 95035
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Milpitas Neighborhood Guide
Milpitas sits at the northern tip of Santa Clara County, where the Silicon Valley flatlands meet the Diablo Range foothills, bordered by San Jose to the south and Fremont to the north. Once known primarily as an industrial corridor, the city has transformed over the past decade into a transit-oriented community anchored by two BART stations — Milpitas and Berryessa — that connect directly to San Francisco. A large and thriving Vietnamese-American and South Asian community has given Milpitas one of the most distinctive food cultures in the South Bay.
Why Buyers Love Milpitas
- BART connectivity at relatively accessible prices — With two BART stations, Milpitas offers transit access to San Francisco and Oakland at price points generally lower than San Jose neighborhoods closer to downtown, making it a smart choice for commuting households.
- Exceptional food scene — The Great Mall corridor and surrounding strips are dense with authentic Vietnamese pho houses, banh mi shops, South Indian restaurants, and Korean BBQ — a dining culture that rivals San Jose's Story Road.
- Great Mall and retail access — One of the largest shopping malls in the Bay Area sits at the city's center, with easy access to big-box retail, restaurants, and entertainment options that require no freeway driving for residents.
- Foothills access — The eastern edge of the city abuts Ed Levin County Park and the Diablo Range, offering hiking, hang gliding, and mountain biking within city limits.
Neighborhoods at a Glance
Sunnyhills
One of Milpitas' most established residential neighborhoods, with post-war ranch homes on wide, flat streets. Close to schools and parks, popular with long-time families and value-oriented buyers.
Berryessa / BART District
New mixed-use development surrounding the Berryessa BART station has brought condos, apartments, and walkable retail to what was previously an industrial zone. A transit-first neighborhood with the newest housing stock in the city.
Montague / Great Mall Area
Mid-city neighborhood with a mix of townhomes, condos, and single-family homes near the Great Mall. Convenient for shopping and freeway access but less residential in character.
East Milpitas / Foothill Area
Newer planned developments on the eastern foothills, with larger homes, newer construction, and easy access to Ed Levin County Park trails.
Dixon Landing
A northern neighborhood bordering Fremont with townhome communities and single-family homes near the Alviso wetlands and bay trail access.
Local Amenities
Parks
Ed Levin County Park (hang gliding, hiking, fishing), Cardoza Park, Murphy Park, Coyote Creek Trail, Bay Trail
Shopping
Great Mall of the Bay Area, Milpitas Town Center, Costco, Ranch 99 Market, McCarthy Ranch Marketplace
Dining
Pho Craving, Vung Tau, Banh Mi Ba Le, Thien Long, Kabab & Curry, a dense South Asian and Vietnamese corridor along Calaveras Boulevard and Abel Street
Recreation
Ed Levin County Park hang gliding launch, Coyote Creek Trail cycling, bay trail, golf at Spring Valley Golf Course
Commute Times
| Destination | Drive | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco (Downtown) | 50 min | 60 min (BART from Milpitas) |
| Oakland (Downtown) | 35 min | 45 min (BART) |
| Silicon Valley (Palo Alto) | 25 min | 55 min (BART + Caltrain transfer) |
| San Jose (Downtown) | 20 min | 20 min (BART to Berryessa, bus) |
The Milpitas and Berryessa BART stations are game-changers for this city — both opened in 2020 as part of the Silicon Valley BART extension. Commuters to Oakland and SF have direct rail service, and the extension toward Santa Clara is planned to continue.
Commute times are estimates and may vary based on traffic, time of day, and route. Data is for informational purposes only.