Renaissance is a neighborhood in San Jose, within the 95134 zip code. The boundaries of the California neighborhood are Southbay Freeway on the north, North 1st Street on the east, West Tasman Drive and Vista Montana on the south, and the Guadalupe River on the west.
This is a residential neighborhood. It has several rental complexes and a variety of styles and amenities. Some residences are in multi-storied buildings, while others are townhouses. In the north section of the neighborhood, there is a mobile home park. Trees line the streets and fill the median. Most of the streets have sidewalks. Public transportation is available. Renaissance is located very close to the border with the city of Santa Clara. The Southbay Freeway provides easy access to the Bay Area.
Residents of the Renaissance neighborhood enjoy visits to the Ulistac Nature Area, 40 acres of open space in Santa Clara. This attraction is within walking distance of the community. Visitors come to enjoy the great outdoors. Bird watching and walking the paths are favorite pastimes. Since dogs are welcome, this is a popular destination for pet owners.
Sports lovers enjoy living in the Renaissance neighborhood. Complexes and clubs surround it, all within an easy drive. Designed by Robert Paine Graves, the 18-hole, par-72 Santa Clara Golf and Tennis Club offers residents a place to play challenging golf, dine, and rent tennis courts. The Santa Clara Youth Soccer Park offers three playing fields for the city youth soccer teams. Twin Creeks Sports Complex has batting cages and 10 lit ball fields. In addition, there are basketball and volleyball courts. All of these facilities are nearby.
When residents want to shop, they often visit a Target on North 1st Street and a Safeway in Rivermark Plaza.