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New Houses In San Bruno & San Jose, Best SF Bars & May Events!

New Houses In San Bruno & San Jose, Best SF Bars & May Events!

Wilson Leung
May 02, 2025

Live from the Bay Area, sunny day with a light breeze.

Here is your weekly update:

There Are New Houses Coming To San Bruno & San Jose
Why Bay Area Home Sales Grow as U.S. Market Slows Down?
Find Out The 2 SF Bars Among The Top 50 In North America!
May Fun: Check Out The Coolest Events This Month

Let’s get to it.

— Wilson Leung

New Developments & Real Estate

Glenview Highlands Brings 58 New Townhomes to San Bruno

The Glenview Highlands project will add 58 new three-story townhomes to 850 Glenview Drive in San Bruno.

Among them, 49 units will be sold at market rate, while 9 units will be designated as affordable housing for low and moderate income families.

Each home will feature three bedrooms and range from 1,290 to 1,800 square feet.

Developers Revise San Jose Housing Project for Faster Completion

The revised 1197 Lick Avenue project in San Jose will now feature fewer units to allow for faster construction and lower costs.

Originally, the plan included 434 market-rate units and 135 affordable units, but one building has been reduced from 219 to 132 units and switched entirely to affordable housing.

The development remains transit-oriented, located next to Tamien Station with access to Caltrain, Amtrak, and VTA services.

Big Changes Ahead for Smith Field Park in Half Moon Bay

Smith Field Park in Half Moon Bay is set for upgrades starting as early as spring 2026, with construction split into two phases.

Key additions include upgraded baseball fields, a 2,440-foot ADA-accessible nature trail, a new playground, and an expanded dog park.

The project will also include paved parking lots, improved stormwater management, and energy-efficient lighting.

Bay Area Home Sales Grow

While U.S. home sales fell 2.4% in March, the Bay Area saw strong year-over-year growth with San Francisco up 13%, Oakland 11.7%, and San Jose 4.9%.

Inventory rose by 35%, with notable increases in Oakland (19.3%), San Jose (17.3%), and San Francisco (12.6%).

Median home prices also climbed, reaching $2.3 million in San Mateo, $2.1 million in Santa Clara (up 11.3%), and $1.8 million in San Francisco.

Condos experienced a 12% sales increase and a 2.7% price rise, hitting a median of $847,000.

Despite a 7% mortgage rate, homes are still selling quickly, in Santa Clara in 8 days, compared to a state-leading median of 13 days.

2 SF Bars Among The Top 50 In North America

Each year, the North America’s 50 Best Bars list highlights the most innovative and exceptional cocktail destinations across the continent.

In the 2025 edition, two standout bars from San Francisco earned spots in the top 20!

Wondering which ones made it? Check out the details below:

Pacific Cocktail Haven

PCH offers a bold, imaginative cocktail experience rooted in Asian flavors, all in a stylish yet welcoming space near Union Square.

The menu surprises with inventive combinations like the whiskey-forward Tropical Gangsta and the spicy All Thai’d Up, crafted with precision and cultural flair.

It’s a standout for both seasoned cocktail lovers and curious newcomers.

Check them on IG

📍 550 Sutter Street, San Francisco

True Laurel

True Laurel delivers a cocktail experience that feels both grounded in nature and elevated by culinary creativity.

Nestled in the Mission District, it stands out for its hyper-seasonal, botanically inspired drinks and a vibe that balances innovation with warmth.

From cocktails infused with redwood tips to one of the city’s most beloved burgers, every detail feels intentionally crafted.

Check them on IG

📍 753 Alabama Street, San Francisco

Upcoming Events

Do you want to have fun this May? Check out some exciting events happening this month in the Bay Area:

CAAMFest 2025

Celebrate Asian and Asian American culture through this exciting film festival featuring screenings, performances, and cultural events.

📅 May 8th – 11th

📍 Various locations

Yerba Buena Gardens Festival

This free outdoor festival brings together music, dance, and theater performances in the beautiful Yerba Buena Gardens.

📅 Starting May 10th

📍 750 Howard St., San Francisco (Yerba Buena Gardens)

Mill Valley Music Festival

This family-friendly music festival brings together live performances from top artists and local bands, offering a mix of genres and an exciting atmosphere.

📅 May 10th – 11th

📍 Friends Field, Mill Valley