Santa Clara County
Buying a first home in Morgan Hill
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Overview
What it's like to buy in Morgan Hill
Morgan Hill trades commute time for square footage. Buyers here often get newer detached homes and larger lots at prices below central San Jose.
The numbers
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Commute
Getting to work from here
| Destination | Drive | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose | 30–50 min | Caltrain ~35 min |
| Santa Clara | 40–60 min | Caltrain |
| Gilroy | 15 min | Caltrain ~12 min |
New construction
What's being built in Morgan Hill
- Master-planned single-family communities on the east side
- Small-lot detached and townhome phases downtown
Weigh it
Pros and cons
Pros
- Larger homes and lots
- Newer construction availability
- Quieter, small-town feel
Cons
- Longer commutes
- Fewer transit options
- Smaller local job market
Alternatives
Nearby cities to compare
Gilroy
Santa Clara County
The South County affordability edge
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San Jose
Santa Clara County
The biggest inventory in the South Bay
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Santa Clara
Santa Clara County
Central location, tight inventory
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