Cambrian

Avil Soleiman is a licensed real estate broker (DRE #01968159) and the broker-owner of Avil Soleiman Brokerage, located at 1900 Camden Ave, Suite 101, San Jose, CA 95124. He helps people buy and sell homes in Cambrian, the South San Jose neighborhood in ZIP codes 95124 and 95118 where his office is located, and throughout Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. You can reach Avil at 408-807-5657 or home@avilsoleiman.com, and his clients have given him 5.0 stars from 52 reviews on Zillow (as of September 2026).

How Avil works with Cambrian buyers and sellers

Cambrian is home base for Avil Soleiman Brokerage, whose office is on Camden Avenue in 95124, and it is one of the San Jose neighborhoods he serves most closely. Cambrian blocks can differ in school district, in jurisdiction (City of San José, the City of Campbell or unincorporated Santa Clara County) and in the age and condition of the homes. For buyers, Avil provides practical guidance through showings, offer strategy, inspections and negotiation. For sellers, he helps prepare the home, price it using recent nearby sales, and market it on its real strengths, communicating consistently from preparation through closing.

Living in Cambrian

Where Cambrian is (95124, 95118)

Cambrian, including the Cambrian Park area, covers much of ZIP codes 95124 and 95118 in South San Jose. Willow Glen is to the north, Los Gatos to the south and west, Campbell to the northwest and Almaden to the east. The neighborhood is mostly single-family homes, with Highways 85 and 17 close by.

How Cambrian got its name

The name traces back to a local school named in the 1870s by David Lewis, a ranch hand on the Casey Ranch, after Cambria, the Latin name for his native Wales. Like many Santa Clara Valley place names, Cambrian was long defined by school boundaries, and local newspapers used the name “Cambrian Park” regularly from the 1950s on.

San Jose, Campbell or the county?

Most of Cambrian is inside San Jose city limits, but a small portion is still an unincorporated Santa Clara County pocket, the Cambrian Park census-designated place. In 2012 and 2013, the City of Campbell annexed a roughly 103-acre county pocket known as Cambrian No. 36, along Union, Bascom and Camden avenues and McGlincey Drive, so some homes people think of as Cambrian are now in Campbell. Which agency governs a home affects permits, police and fire service, and some local taxes, so check the specific parcel.

Cambrian Park Plaza and Cambrian Village

Cambrian Park Plaza, at the corner of Camden and Union avenues, opened in 1953 and is known for the carousel on its sign. The roughly 18-acre site was annexed from the county into the City of San José in October 2022, and the city approved planning for its redevelopment as Cambrian Village, a mixed-use plan with housing, including senior housing, a new commercial center and public open space.

Cambrian parks and everyday places

Houge Park: a City of San José park with a community center at 3962 Twilight Drive.
Camden Community Center: a City of San José community center at 3369 Union Avenue.
Cambrian Branch Library: part of the San José Public Library, at 1780 Hillsdale Avenue.
Good Samaritan Hospital: an acute-care hospital at 2425 Samaritan Drive in 95124.

Cambrian schools

Cambrian is split among several school districts, and school assignment follows the exact address rather than the neighborhood name. As a general guide:

Cambrian School District (K–8): schools include Bagby, Farnham and Fammatre elementary schools, Steindorf STEAM Magnet School and Price Middle School.
Union School District (K–8): schools include Carlton, Guadalupe, Lietz, Noddin, Oster and Alta Vista elementary schools and Dartmouth and Union middle schools.
Campbell Union High School District: Branham High School and Leigh High School serve much of Cambrian.
San Jose Unified School District: some Cambrian-area addresses are in SJUSD, whose Pioneer High School is on Blossom Hill Road in 95118.

Always confirm school boundaries with the district before making an offer; Cambrian School District, Union School District, Campbell Union High School District and SJUSD each offer an online school finder or locator.

Buying a home in Cambrian

Start by confirming the jurisdiction and the school district for the exact address, since both can change within a few blocks. If the home is in an unincorporated pocket, permits and ADU approvals go through the County of Santa Clara rather than the City of San José. Many Cambrian homes have been remodeled or expanded over the years, so check permit records for additions and garage conversions, and if a home has an ADU, confirm it was permitted and passed final inspection. After closing, the Santa Clara County Assessor reassesses the property and the county sends a supplemental property tax bill, which is generally not paid through a mortgage impound account, so plan for it. See Avil’s page on deciding to buy for a step-by-step overview.

Selling in Cambrian: home value and Prop 19

Online estimates are a starting point, but Cambrian values can shift from one street to the next based on school district, lot size, condition, ADU potential and jurisdiction. Because Avil’s office is in Cambrian, he can preview your home and pull nearby comparable sales quickly. Sellers who are 55 or older may also want to look at Proposition 19, which can let eligible homeowners transfer their property tax base to a replacement home anywhere in California. For a valuation based on recent nearby sales, request a home valuation or call Avil at 408-807-5657.

Cambrian real estate FAQ

Is Cambrian part of San Jose?

Mostly. Most of Cambrian is inside San Jose city limits, but a small portion remains an unincorporated Santa Clara County pocket, and in 2012 and 2013 the City of Campbell annexed a roughly 103-acre pocket known as Cambrian No. 36. Check which agency governs a specific parcel, because it affects permits and services.

What ZIP codes cover Cambrian?

Cambrian, including the Cambrian Park area, covers much of ZIP codes 95124 and 95118 in South San Jose. Neighborhood names and ZIP codes don’t line up perfectly, so always check the specific address.

Which school districts serve Cambrian?

Cambrian is split among Cambrian School District and Union School District for K–8, with Campbell Union High School District, including Branham and Leigh high schools, for high school. Some Cambrian-area addresses are in San Jose Unified. Use each district’s school finder and confirm with the district before making an offer.

What is happening with Cambrian Park Plaza?

Cambrian Park Plaza, at Camden and Union avenues, opened in 1953. The roughly 18-acre site was annexed into the City of San José in October 2022, and the city approved planning for its redevelopment as Cambrian Village, a mixed-use plan with housing, a new commercial center and public open space.

How much is my Cambrian home worth?

The most reliable estimate comes from a comparative market analysis of recent nearby sales, adjusted for your home’s size, condition, lot, school district, jurisdiction and any ADU. Online estimates are a starting point but often miss those details. You can request a valuation on the What Is My Home Worth page at avilsoleiman.com or call Avil Soleiman at 408-807-5657.

How do I find a trusted Cambrian realtor?

Start by checking the agent’s license on the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) website, then read reviews on more than one platform, such as Google and Zillow. Ask about recent transactions in the neighborhoods you are considering, how the agent communicates, and who handles each step of the process. Avil Soleiman is the broker-owner of Avil Soleiman Brokerage in San Jose (DRE #01968159), has 5.0 stars from 52 reviews on Zillow (as of September 2026), and can be reached at 408-807-5657.

Avil also helps buyers and sellers across San Jose and in nearby Campbell, Los Gatos and Saratoga. Whether you are buying your first home, moving within the area or preparing to sell, call Avil Soleiman at 408-807-5657 or email home@avilsoleiman.com. DRE #01968159.

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