Top Neighborhoods in San Jose with High Termite Risk

Good Sense Termite
Apr 21
2 min read

San Jose is known for its sunshine, charm, and diverse neighborhoods—but it’s also home to something far less appealing: termites. Whether you’re in a classic bungalow in Willow Glen or a hillside home in Alum Rock, knowing your neighborhood's termite risk is essential to keeping your property safe.

At Good Sense Termite, we’ve inspected and treated hundreds of homes across San Jose. Here’s what we’ve learned about the areas most at risk—and how to protect your home before termites cause major damage.

Photo of Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose

🏡 1. Willow Glen

With its beautiful historic homes and older wood-frame construction, Willow Glen is a prime target for Drywood termites. These termites thrive in attics, old floorboards, and trim—especially in homes that haven’t been treated or inspected regularly.

Pro Tip: Older homes with minimal renovations are more likely to have untreated wood and hidden infestations.

Photo of Almaden Valley neighborhood of San Jose

🌳 2. Almaden Valley

This serene, suburban neighborhood is surrounded by nature—which makes it a hotspot for Subterranean termites. The combination of soil contact, irrigation systems, and high tree density provides the perfect environment for underground colonies to thrive.

Watch for: Mud tubes near your foundation, especially in spring and early summer.

Photo of Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose

🏞️ 3. Evergreen

Homes in Evergreen often sit near the hills and benefit from lush landscapes. But increased moisture, especially after rains, creates an ideal environment for termites.

Risk factor: Homes with crawlspaces and wood siding are especially vulnerable to both Drywood and Subterranean termites.

Photo of Rose Garden neighborhood of San Jose

🧱 4. Rose Garden

This neighborhood features a mix of mid-century homes and updated properties. Older, unrenovated structures here often have exposed beams and untreated wood, making them a magnet for termite colonies.

Pro Tip: Even if your home has been remodeled, termite infestations can remain in untouched areas like garages or attics.

Photo of Downtown neighborhood of San Jose

🏙️ 5. Downtown San Jose & Japantown

Urban areas aren’t immune to termites! In fact, many downtown properties have hidden crawlspaces, older framing, and connected structures that make it easy for termites to travel.

Look out for: Swarming termites near windows or lights in spring.

Termites Don’t Care Where You Live—But We Do

Regardless of your neighborhood, any San Jose home can be at risk for termite damage, especially if:

Your home is more than 10 years old
You have wood-to-soil contact or crawlspaces
You haven’t had an inspection in the last 12–24 months

Get a Free Termite Inspection from Good Sense Termite

Not sure if your neighborhood is high-risk? Let us do the checking for you. At Good Sense Termite, we offer free inspections in San Jose to help you catch termite activity early—before it turns into costly damage.