159 5th St #A, Gilroy, CA 95020
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath

159 5th St #A, Gilroy, CA 95020

Home Highlights

Apartment
Carport

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Freshly painted 2 Bedroom/ 1 Bath upstairs unit located at a walking distance to Gilroy's downtown and public library.

Spacious Living with vaulted ceilings. Luxury Vinyl throughout. Kitchen comes equipped with refrigerator, electric range and a dishwasher. Close to Gilroy's Premium Outlets.

Common Laundry Room and Carport Parking. Garbage and Water included in Rent. Renters Insurance required.
159 5th St #A, Gilroy, CA 95020 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment. It last sold for $515,000 on Apr 18, 2012 (21,358% above the $2,400 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2026 with an asking price of $2,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 11, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,434/month.

Home Details for 159 5th St #A

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Carport, On Site

Additional Information

Smoke Free

Comparable Sales for 159 5th St #A

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
243 E 6th St, Gilroy, CA
0.32
Apartment
$490,000
10/21/25
1
1
725 sqft
6964 Church St, Gilroy, CA
0.63
Apartment
$4,000,000
07/31/26
2
1
750 sqft
8520 Kern Ave, Gilroy, CA
1.31
Apartment
$427,000
01/20/26
1
800 sqft
88 W 9th St, Gilroy, CA
0.52
Apartment
$1,825,500
06/26/26
-
4,264 sqft
7530 Rogers Ln, Gilroy, CA
0.57
Apartment
$1,575,000
03/18/26
-
3,830 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Gilroy

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,434/mo
Average rent
$2.9K
Available listings
67
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Gilroy

At least 396 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 40 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Juan ramon
    "It’s a good place to live and walk your dogs and go out for Max with your kids. Safe neighborhood. Never heard anything bad. Happened around here. At least in the time I’ve been here Thirty years."
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  • Gwen Castaneda
    "There is a big off leash dog park at Las Animas Park. There’s lots of space for dog walking. I see a lot of dog owners."
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  • Jasmine Poso
    "I grew up in Gilroy and it feels like home. I wouldn’t move anywhere else if I had the choice to. It’s not too small and not too big "
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  • GCV 4-year resident
    "It has everything - great restaurants, bars, breweries, wineries, coffee shops, outlet stores and more! It is close to beaches, trails, parks, camp sites. Schools, churches, hospitals and markets are close by. There’s a cinema, golf course, theme park, art center and Caltrain station. You will feel welcome when you move in."
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  • Xtlopez
    "Love it here done deal best neighborhood anyone could ask for access to parks and downtown access to"
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  • Jeffrey S.
    "Good new dog park with a friendly dog community. Good walking paths and trails. Short distance to Santa Cruz. "
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  • Harry.alto
    "We have Gilroy garlic festival and July 4th courtyard parties.. we have really good bike paths and decent enough parks"
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  • Tdaughtry2
    "Great, safe neighborhood for kids. Friendly people. Well maintained homes and yards. Quiet/peaceful. "
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  • Stacey A.
    "It’s quiet and more secluded, but the Main Street is busy especially in the summer. There is commuter and farm traffic as well. "
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  • Wallerjasmine_r
    "It takes me 45 min (with traffic) to get to work located in Cupertino. "
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  • Smlove5108
    "Great schools quiet neighborhoods lots of outdoor activities for kids parks, trails, creeks, lakes. "
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  • Pburke58
    "I work from home, but the traffic is getting worse each year, people are moving out further and further from San Jose."
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  • Pburke58
    "Small town feel, up and coming downtown. Weather is fantastic with Pacific Ocean influences. Lots of community functions, people are friendly and support the community "
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  • Rosalind Q.
    "I’ve only lived in this area for a year and I feel safe and it has a lot of things to do for all ages."
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  • Melissa M.
    "If your dog bites the post mail person your address will not receive mail anymore and you will have to get a P.O. Box. "
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  • Angelina Y.
    "there is activities at the library for the children like movie night or arts and crafts. we also have an annual garlic festival "
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  • Marsha H.
    "Public transport is not great and my commute in to Bay Area is getting worse. They just cancelled one CalTrain "
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  • Crystalgdelacruz
    "I take the CalTrain into Palo Alto everyday. Commuting is required and not many job opportunities in Gilroy to combat cost of living "
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  • Deborah T.
    "Depends on where and when the commute is. There are windows during the peak commuting hours that allow reasonable commute times into central Silicon Valley. The Peninsula and the East Bay are over an hour, as is San Francisco. "
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  • Terri M.
    "Morgan hill is safer and nicer than Gilroy. I grew up in Gilroy and there are a few parks and there is the Gilroy Outlets if you enjoy shopping."
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  • Evelyn H.
    "I love living in gilroy my neighborhood is safe. My daughters school is close to home and the neighbors are friendly."
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  • Angel M.
    "Walking distance to downtown. Friendly neighbors. Really close to police department if ever you don’t feel safe. "
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  • Ziad H.
    "Friendly , good neighborhood; pet friendly; kids friendly park; walk way path; clean; landscaping very well maintained."
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  • Terri M.
    "Traffic here is terrible. To get to south San Jose with to traffic is about 20 minutes. But with traffic is 48 minutes."
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  • Emily M.
    "Lots of dog walking and dog parks. It's a great place to own a dog. There are also a lot of hiking spots. "
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  • Peter N.
    "this is an amazing family neighborhood, everyone is super friendly and waves when the walk or drive by. perfect for young families to start their future"
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  • Arunav S.
    "Great new park, new construction houses, great wineries close by, accessible highways, well balanced demographic and ethnic base. Schools nearby including some good private and charter schools. Police is active and responsive, strong fire response system. Many new public amenities under development so great time to get in."
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  • Crystalgdelacruz
    "It’s a wonderful neighborhood surrounded by farmland where people are actually kind wherever you go. The only caveat is how fast people drive! Have to learn how drive defensively around here "
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  • Stephanie R.
    "Love the area as a dog owner. Plenty of parks to walk. Safe place to walk and be outdoors. Large side walks."
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  • Megan W.
    "We need a better downtown. I'd prefer more upscaled restaurants and less fast food joints. I like the parks and community events. "
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  • Megan W.
    "Lots to do outdoors. From hiking to taking a short drive to the beach. Plenty of great parks. Downtown NEEDS a face lift. Most go to Morgan Hill for a good place to eat and entertainment."
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  • Tresmmichel
    "People are nice and respectful. The Mexican food is always awesome and everything is 10 minutes away from home"
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  • Tresmmichel
    "The events are relaxed and always full with music, people is kind I believe because of their Latin origins. "
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  • Missbeltran
    "Block parties. Gilroy garlic festival. Summer downtown events. Wine tasting in the neighboring wineries. Dog parks. "
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  • Martinezisela1983
    "I feel safe..in this area .. neighbors watch for each other... specially when we noticed outsider's .."
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  • Veronica N.
    "The Annual Garlic Festival is a must for residents and visitors. We also have parades and holiday decorations throughout the city."
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  • David M.
    "Traffic noise from Pacheco Pass Hwy and cattle manure odor, ragged fruit stands and roadside road-kill many days old, the buzzards and crows don't care to clean up the carrion, so they are not too hungry. "
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  • Gonzalezjackie2003
    "I have lived here for a couple of years and I love how no one really bothers you out here it’s small so you can get around easily well at least in my part"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 11, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,400
Jul 30, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,400
Jan 25, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Nov 1, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
PriceChange
$2,400
Price decreased by 3%
Oct 24, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,475

Frequently asked questions about 159 5th St #A

  • What is the price history for 159 5th St #A?
    159 5th St #A in Gilroy, CA last sold for $515,000 in April 2012.
  • Is Gilroy a buyer's or seller's market?
    Gilroy is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Gilroy?
    The median sale price in Gilroy is $1.13M. That is up $5K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Gilroy?
    Residents describe Gilroy, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Gilroy, CA.
  • Does 159 5th St #A have parking?
    Yes, 159 5th St #A in Gilroy, CA has on-site parking.

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