Willow Glen West to eBay HQ Commute

Typical weekday 8 AM commute times, distances, and housing cost analysis for Willow Glen West residents working at eBay HQ.

Drive & Transit Times

From Willow Glen West (ZIP 95126) to eBay HQ at 2025 Hamilton Ave, San Jose, CA. Data reflects typical Tuesday 8 AM departure conditions.

Driving
10 mins
4.8 km
Public Transit
38 mins
via VTA / Caltrain
Median Home Price
$1,250,000
ZIP 95126 · All types

Commute times are based on Google Maps Distance Matrix, typical weekday 8 AM departure (traffic-aware). Data refreshed monthly. Last updated: May 2026.

Map: Willow Glen West → eBay HQ

Can a eBay Employee Afford Willow Glen West?

Monthly cost estimate based on median home price of $1,250,000, 20% down payment, 30-year fixed mortgage at ~7.0% (FRED 2025 average). Salary range $150K–$250K for mid-level software engineers (source: Levels.fyi, Glassdoor, LinkedIn Salary, 2024–2026).

Down Payment (20%) $250,000
Loan Amount $1,000,000
Principal & Interest / mo $6,653
Est. Property Tax / mo $1,302
Est. Insurance / mo $417
Est. Total Housing Cost / mo $8,372
% of Gross Income ($150K–$250K salary) 40%–67%

Willow Glen West 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 Willow Glen West to eBay HQ is approximately 10 mins (4.8 km). By public transit, the journey takes approximately 38 mins. These times reflect typical weekday morning traffic conditions.

The median home sale price in Willow Glen West (ZIP 95126) is approximately $1,250,000 as of early 2026, based on Redfin market data. Prices include all property types.

At the median home price of $1,250,000, a typical mortgage payment (20% down, 30-year fixed at ~7%) totals approximately $8,372/month including estimated taxes and insurance. For a software engineer earning $150K–$250K at eBay, that represents 40%–67% of gross monthly income. Most lenders recommend keeping housing costs below 36%.

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Xavier Williams is a Silicon Valley REALTOR and Mortgage Originator who specializes in helping eBay employees navigate the Bay Area market — including RSU income, relocation timelines, and negotiation strategy.