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.

San Jose Museum of Art on an overcast day in downtown San Jose, one of the many indoor attractions featured in this rainy-day activities guide.

October 13, 2026 Neighborhood Guides

Best Rainy Day Things to Do Near San Jose: 11 Fun Indoor Activities

Source Run for the hills. El Niño is coming! Or just run for the giant mall. Or the scary escape room. Or the cool tech museum. El Niño is strengthening in the Pacific, and NOAA ...

Clipper card and South Bay transit services including BART, Caltrain, and VTA light rail.

September 15, 2026 Neighborhood Guides

South Bay Public Transportation Guide: Tips for New Residents

Everyone who moves to the South Bay gets the same advice: buy a car, learn Highway 101, and accept that traffic is part of daily life. Not so fast. Whether you’re living in San Jose, ...

Spring collage featuring garden courtyard at Forge Homestead apartments, closeup of bike handlebars on an outdoor trail, and blooming wisteria flowers in a South Bay park.

April 16, 2026 Neighborhood Guides

Spring in the South Bay: Where Locals Actually Spend Time Outdoors

Spring in the South Bay doesn’t hit you all at once like some big dramatic thing. It just kinda sneaks up on you. The days get longer, the sky clears up, the trees start looking ...

Collage of springtime scenes in and near Salt Lake City featuring Antelope Island shoreline, scenic walking trail through nature, blooming pink tree in local park, and Downtown SLC view of Temple Square framed by melting snowcapped mountains.

March 4, 2026 Neighborhood Guides

Spring in Salt Lake City: Best Parks, Trails, & Easy Escapes for Locals

Spring in Salt Lake City isn’t one dramatic “aha” moment. It’s about options that slowly come to life. Snow lingers on the peaks, but days stretch longer, evenings warm up, and people slip outdoor time ...

View of San Francisco Bay area with fresh produce and wooden farmers market crate featuring fresh berries, peppers, and leafy greens all located near various De Anza Properties apartment communities.

February 17, 2026 Neighborhood Guides

Fresh Finds: The Ultimate Guide to South Bay and San Francisco Farmers’ Markets

There’s nothing like exploring a farmers’ market. Bundles of freshly grown farm veggies. Unique foods sizzling on an outdoor cooktop. Happy visitors zigzagging through the array of colorful booths. It’s both a happy weekend destination ...

Collage of Salt Lake City with snowy mountains, downtown street, and a steaming cup of coffee, illustrating the coziest coffee shops in SLC.

December 18, 2025 Neighborhood Guides

Coziest Coffee Shops in Salt Lake City and Beyond

Coffee shops have become destinations of late. Some offer funky design. Others striking artwork. The drinks and lattes and smoothies have become unique concoctions. It’s the place to hang out. The place to meet friends. ...