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Real Estate-Homes in Milpitas
Buy or sell your home in Milpitas or Silicon Valley, California, with help from our friendly realtors and these real estate listings. Start looking for a new place to live in the southeast end of Milpitas, then work your way north along the eastern edge of town, east of I-680. The northwest corner of Milpitas is too close to the dump, and very bad odors permeate the air there when the compost is turned, or the breezes come off the Bay across the dump. The southwest corner of Milpitas is close to the new BART station and the light rail and buses at the Great Mall. So if you’ll be…
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Rentals & Rent Assistance – Apartments & Homes in Milpitas, CA
As home prices soar, those with new employment often seek rental apartments, condos, or homes in Milpitas, where, though still fairly high, are often as nice as far more expensive housing on the west side of Silicon Valley. Available Rentals COVID-19 Assistance Programs Dispute Resolution Low Income Apartments in Milpitas Senior Housing COVID-19 Assistance Programs Santa Clara County Financial Assistance Program City of Milpitas Rent Relief Program Santa Clara County Ban on Residential and Small Business Evictions The State of California legislature has enacted, and the Governor has signed, two state laws, Assembly Bill No. 3088, which took effect on August 31, 2020, and Senate Bill No. 91, which took…
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Senior Housing & Living Centers
Making the right choice for the elderly California Associates for Nursing Home Reform CANHR publishes fact sheets on a wide range of topics important to long term care consumers. Catholic Charities of Santa Clara Long Term Care Ombudsman Program: advocates for people in nursing and residential care homes. 2625 Zanker Road, San Jose 408-468-0100 Senior housing and specific living communities in Milpitas, California. City of Milpitas Seniors Housing & Services There are specific affordable housing opportunities and public services serving only Milpitas’ Seniors Citizens. Please contact the organizations on this link for more information. DeVries Place Provides affordable rental homes for low-income seniors while helping to restore the character of…
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Homeless in Milpitas: Concerns and Solutions
Milpitas needs to be more aware of the plight of the homeless in our small city, living in forested freeway exits and under bridges next to our streams. Concerns Action Groups Resources Housing and Shelters Hillview Court Other Shelters News & Legal Action Food Health Concerns Regarding the Homeless Here is what we chose between: Letting our homeless population living like this: Or housing them by cooperating with the county at the Extended Stay on Hillview Court. Action Groups Addressing Homelessness Homelessness Task Force On January 5, 2021, the City Council, upon the request of Mayor Tran, approved the establishment of a Homelessness Task Force. The purpose of the Task…
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Affordable Housing
What is the Problem? Affordable housing in Milpitas, Santa Clara County, CA. Programs for first time buyers, teachers, and seniors looking for low cost, below market rate (BMR) housing. HUD Community Programs There are many ways for you to get involved in your community – but first, you need to become an informed citizen. Find out what kinds of funds and opportunities are available for communities. Learn the facts about your community. And let your local government know what you think. SV@Home SV@Home is uniquely positioned to advocate for housing solutions. The voice for affordable housing in the Silicon Valley. A membership organization, SV@Home advocates for policies, programs, land use,…
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Lend-A-Tool Shed
The Lend-A-Tool ShedNo longer available on weekends. (Who came up with THAT bright idea?) Monday through Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm by appointment only for pick up and return of tools Milpitas residents, businesses, property owners, and community groups are able to borrow select tools from the available inventory for free. A wide variety of hand and gardening tools are available for temporary use. There are no power tools. For those, visit Home Depot. The full list of the inventory is available; view the Lend-A-Tool Shed Inventory (PDF). Follow these 2 simple steps to select and borrow tools: Complete and submit our online request form: Tools Request Form(the included Liability Waiver (PDF)…
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Milpitas Rent Relief available NOW!
Milpitas Rent Relief available NOW! Are you behind on rent due to COVID/Pandemic-related causes and need some support? Let the Milpitas Rent Relief program help you! The Rent Relief Program provides eligible recipients relief funding for: Rent/Deposit Relief Emergency Hardship Relief Eviction Prevention Domestic Violence Relocation Child & Family Homelessness Relief Section 8 Good Faith Deposits Eligible recipients include the following: Students attending Milpitas Unified who are experiencing homelessness (McKinney-Vento) Seniors who are age 55 and older Disabled individuals Victims of domestic violence Emancipated foster youth and unaccompanied minors Individuals living in Subsidized Housing, including Section 8 Other residents experiencing a high cost of living, on a case-by-case basis Rent…
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Gardens in Milpitas
In spite of our “adobe brick” soil, we manage to have quite lovely gardens in Milpitas. Many are giving up manicured lawns for drought-tolerant and California Bay Area native plant landscaping. Plants are selected to attract hummingbirds and butterflies common to our area to our gardens. Beautification of Local Gardens Heritage Tree Program Recognize and protect individual trees or groves of trees. Includes photos of significant and historic trees in Milpitas’ gardens. Neighborhood Beautification Ordinance The Neighborhood Beautification Ordinance was adopted to enhance the quality and appearance of our community. It requires a minimum level of upkeep for properties and prevents activities that detract from a residential atmosphere. Our City Forest…
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Foreclosure Information & How to Avoid
If you’re having trouble paying your mortgage, learn about the steps you can take to avoid foreclosure or minimize your debt after it happens. Financial Stability.gov Learn About the Making Home Affordable Refinance and Modification Options. The President’s plan was created to help millions of homeowners refinance or modify their mortgages. Beware of Foreclosure Rescue Scams – Help Is Free! Foreclosure Avoidance Counseling HUD-approved housing counseling agencies are available to provide you with the information and assistance you need to avoid foreclosure. Guide to Avoiding Foreclosure Whether you’re in foreclosure now or worried about it in the future, HUD has information that can help. Homeownership Preservation Foundation 888-995-HOPE hotline. We…
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Home Improvement Advice and Services
Advice Ask the Contractors Board…Experts Answer Common Home Improvement Questions Do you have questions about hiring and managing building contractors? The California Contractors State License Board has answers. The Best 10 Contractors near Milpitas Yelp reviews providing information, planning and qualified contractors to discriminating residents of Milpitas. Call 811 Before You Dig! Underground Service Alert (USA) is a free service for homeowners, excavators and professional contractors who are digging, blasting, trenching, drilling, grading, or excavating. Diamond Certified Contractors in Santa Clara County Our home, like yours, is the Greater Bay Area and our entire team is dedicated to ensuring you have confidence in the companies you choose. Get energy efficiency…
