45 Canterbury Place, Gilroy
45 Canterbury Place sits in Gilroy, a city in the southern reach of Santa Clara County where residential streets give way to open land and agricultural heritage. The address places the home within a car-dependent setting—walkability scores reflect a reliance on driving for daily errands—yet the surrounding blocks offer a network of nearby parks and schools that shape the rhythm of family life here. The property benefits from proximity to community amenities without the density of the region's urban centers, a trade-off that defines much of Gilroy's residential character.
Gilroy occupies the valley floor south of San Jose, where commutes to Downtown San Jose take 35 minutes by car and the drive to Stanford University runs 50 minutes. The area is anchored by parks including Los Arroyos, Rainbow, and Las Animas Veterans Park, alongside local dining options such as Black Bear Diner and In-N-Out Burger. Nearby schools range from Rod Kelley Elementary (GreatSchools rating 7/10) to Dr. T. J. Owens Gilroy Early College Academy (10/10), located 3.8 miles from the property. The setting favors those who value space and a slower pace over walkable urbanism.
- Dr. T. J. Owens Gilroy Early College Academy, a public high school with a 10/10 GreatSchools rating, is located 3.8 miles from the home.
- Commute times by car are 35 minutes to Downtown San Jose and 1 hour 11 minutes to San Francisco International Airport.
- The Walk Score of 42 designates the area as car-dependent; daily errands and amenities typically require a vehicle.
Walk Score® rates an address from 0–100 by how easily everyday errands — groceries, coffee, dining, school pickup — can be done on foot. 50+ means some errands can be walked, 70+ means most can, and 90+ is a rare walker's paradise. Transit and Bike scores read the same way for public transportation and cycling.
Ratings are GreatSchools Summary Ratings on a 1–10 scale, based on test scores, student progress, and college readiness — 8–10 is above average, 5–7 average, 1–4 below average. Schools shown are the closest rated options within five miles. Attendance boundaries change; always verify enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
I’m Lisa Stringfellow, and I’ve proudly called Gilroy home since 1987. Originally from the East Coast, I put down roots here and never looked back, raising three children, welcoming four grandchildren (with one more on the way), and becoming deeply woven into the fabric of this community.
Over the years, I’ve stayed actively involved in what makes Gilroy special. I served as President of the Gilroy Exchange Club, an organization dedicated to inspiring communities to become better places to live, supported local business as an active member of the Chamber of Commerce, and served on the public arts committee, driving the project that brought Gilroy’s downtown historical sculptures to life. Gilroy isn’t just where I live. It’s a community I’ve helped build.
When I’m not working, you’ll find me catching live music and enjoying food trucks at our local wineries, or meeting friends at a favorite coffee shop. I love walking and hiking the trails that wind through South County. And one of the best-kept secrets of living here? We’re just over the hill from the stunning coastline of Watsonville, Aptos, and Santa Cruz and a short drive in the other direction puts you in Monterey and Carmel.
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