Cambrian/South SJ to Apple Park Commute

Typical weekday 8 AM commute times, distances, and housing cost analysis for Cambrian/South SJ residents working at Apple Park.

Drive & Transit Times

From Cambrian/South SJ (ZIP 95124) to Apple Park at One Apple Park Way, Cupertino, CA. Data reflects typical Tuesday 8 AM departure conditions.

Driving
35 mins
15.4 km
Public Transit
1 hour 30 mins
via VTA / Caltrain
Median Home Price
$1,853,000
ZIP 95124 · All types · through August 2026

Commute times are based on Google Maps Distance Matrix, typical weekday 8 AM departure (traffic-aware). Data as of October 7, 2026.

Map: Cambrian/South SJ → Apple Park

Can a Apple Employee Afford Cambrian/South SJ?

Monthly cost estimate based on median home price of $1,853,000, 20% down payment, 30-year fixed mortgage at ~6.60% (Freddie Mac 2025 average of weekly 30-year rates). Salary range $150K–$250K for mid-level software engineers (source: Levels.fyi, Glassdoor, LinkedIn Salary, 2024–2026).

Down Payment (20%) $370,500
Loan Amount $1,482,000
Principal & Interest / mo $9,465
Est. Property Tax / mo $1,930
Est. Insurance / mo $618
Est. Total Housing Cost / mo $12,012
% of Gross Income ($150K–$250K salary) 58%–96%

Cambrian/South SJ is challenging on a $150K salary alone — dual income or RSU income typically required. At $200K–$250K, costs remain above the 36% threshold. Xavier can model your specific scenario.

Estimates only. Does not include HOA, PMI, or exact tax/insurance rates. Property tax rate estimated at 1.25% annually (California Prop 13 base + typical assessments). Consult Xavier for a precise pre-qualification analysis including RSU/bonus income. Salary assumption: $150K–$250K for mid-level software engineers (Levels.fyi, Glassdoor, LinkedIn Salary, 2024–2026). Employer office locations are reviewed annually — last verified April 2026.

Common Questions

The typical weekday 8 AM driving commute from Cambrian/South SJ to Apple Park is approximately 35 mins (15.4 km). By public transit, the journey takes approximately 1 hour 30 mins. These times reflect typical weekday morning traffic conditions.

The median home sale price in Cambrian/South SJ (ZIP 95124) is approximately $1,853,000 (Redfin data through August 2026), based on Redfin market data. Prices include all property types.

At the median home price of $1,853,000, a typical mortgage payment (20% down, 30-year fixed at ~6.60%, the Freddie Mac 2025 average) totals approximately $12,012/month including estimated taxes and insurance. For a software engineer earning $150K–$250K at Apple, that represents 58%–96% of gross monthly income. Most lenders recommend keeping housing costs below 36%.

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