Neighborhood Guides

When deciding where to live, location is everything! De Anza Properties has gorgeous and luxurious apartment communities in some of the best neighborhoods to live in on the west coast.

As local experts, we’ve put together these neighborhood guides to help new and prospective residents find all the best restaurants, fun things to do, prestigious schools to attend, places to shop, and so much more right near your new home!

Click on any guide below to learn more about what it’s like to live in one of our neighborhoods.

June 19, 2024 Neighborhood Guides

Top 7 Employers Near Forge Homestead Apartments

There’s nothing more convenient than having your workplace close to home. Lengthy commutes are one of the downsides of California living, and while it’s not Los Angeles, Cupertino can be a busy city to navigate ...

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June 17, 2024 Neighborhood Guides

Best Day Trip Ideas in the South Bay Area

Day Trip Ideas for the South Bay The South Bay is one of several beautiful areas that make up the string of pearls lining the San Francisco shore. Between the numerous state parks and sites, ...

March 29, 2024 Neighborhood Guides

Home Office Ideas for Small Spaces & Apartments

Work-from-home is here to stay. While many corporations are asking their employees to come back to the office, many won’t be doing that ever again. It’s actually been estimated that there was an increase in ...

March 14, 2024 Neighborhood Guides

Best Schools in the Bay Area

According to a study by WalletHub, the San Francisco Bay Area is one of the most educated regions in the United States. In the list of most educated cities, the San Jose metropolitan area ranked ...

June 19, 2023 Neighborhood Guides

Top 5 Apartments Near Santa Clara University

Going off to college can be intimidating. Looking for an apartment to call home while you will be attending college is even more intimidating. Luckily, there are plenty of apartments close to Santa Clara University to call ...

Man happily working for one of the best companies near San Jose

December 16, 2022 Neighborhood Guides

The 8 Best Places to Work Near San Jose

As the third most populous city in California, it’s no surprise that many companies, large and small, have chosen San Jose to house their branches and even their headquarters. With great weather and wonderful suburban ...