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    • Price increase: $189.5K (6/12)
    $1,888,520

    1081 Bird Ave, San Jose, CA 95125

    3beds
    1,735sqft
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    $12,196/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1917
    8,928 Square Feet Lot
    $1,852,000 Zestimate®
    $1,088/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Experience nearly 1,800 sq. ft. of thoughtfully curated luxury living plus an approximately 375 sq. ft. basement. This is more than a remodelit's a complete reimagination of a timeless Craftsman blending classic Willow Glen charm with elevated modern design. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, the home showcases a brand-new chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, premium appliances, designer fixtures, and sophisticated finishes throughout. Enjoy old-world hand-finished walls, backlit mirrors, towel warming racks, new flooring, fresh stucco, interior and exterior paint, and beautifully redesigned landscaping. The unfinished basement offers endless possibilities for a wine cellar, theater, gym, or additional living space. A detached two-car garage is complemented by two NEWLY ADDED off-street parking spaces, providing exceptional convenience as well as NEWLY ADDED Central A/C! Sophisticated, warm, and completely turnkey, all within walking distance to Bills Cafe and Downtown Willow Glen with easy access to major tech campuses.
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    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Joe Velasco 01309200 650-833-8498,

    Coldwell Banker Realty 408-355-1500

    Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82046739MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Basement
      Bedroom
      • Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat
      Bathroom
      • Features: DoubleSinks, ShoweroverTub1, Tile, UpdatedBaths
      Dining room
      • Features: DiningArea
      Family room
      • Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
      Kitchen
      • Features: Island, Pantry
      Heating
      • Central Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside
      Features
      • Vaulted Ceiling(s)
      • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl Linoleum
      • Basement: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,735
      • Total interior livable area: 1,735 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Fencing: Back Yard
      Lot
      • Size: 8,928 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 26455078
      • Zoning: R1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary,Craftsman
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1917

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: PublicUtilities
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Utilities for property: Public Utilities

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: San Jose

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,088/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $781,531
      • Annual tax amount: $10,898
      • Date on market: 5/25/2026
      • Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
      • Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan

        Estimated market value

        $1,852,000

        $1.76M - $1.94M

        $5,828/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/22/2026Price change$7,445-3.2%$4/sqft
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        7/4/2026Price change$7,695-2.5%$4/sqft
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        7/1/2026Listed for rent$7,895$5/sqft
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        6/12/2026Price change$1,888,520+11.2%$1,088/sqft
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        5/25/2026Listed for sale$1,699,000+32%$979/sqft
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        10/14/2025Sold$1,287,000+116.3%$742/sqft
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        5/15/2008Sold$595,000-3.7%$343/sqft
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        3/18/2008Listed for sale$617,900-9.4%$356/sqft
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        8/15/2007Sold$682,275-14.6%$393/sqft
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        11/13/2006Sold$798,500+208.3%$460/sqft
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        6/27/1997Sold$259,000$149/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$10,898 +5.8%$781,531 +2%
        2024$10,299 +2%$766,208 +2%
        2023$10,093 +0.9%$751,185 +2%
        2022$10,005 +2.2%$736,457 +2%
        2021$9,786 +2.4%$722,017 +1%
        2020$9,554 $714,614 +2%
        2019$9,554 +3.3%$700,603 +2%
        2018$9,245 $686,867 +2%
        2017$9,245 +0.9%$673,400 +2%
        2016$9,167 +2.7%$660,197 +1.5%
        2015$8,925 +5.3%$650,281 +2%
        2014$8,474 $637,544 +0.5%
        2013-- $634,663 +2%
        2012-- $622,220 +2%
        2011-- $610,020 +0.8%
        2010-- $605,461 -0.2%
        2009-- $606,900 -19.1%
        2008-- $750,000 -6.1%
        2007-- $798,500 +158.9%
        2006-- $308,374 +2%
        2005-- $302,328 +2%
        2004-- $296,401 +1.9%
        2003-- $290,970 +2%
        2002-- $285,265 +2%
        2001-- $279,672
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Willow Glen

        Getting around

        90 / 100
        Very Walkable
        48 / 100
        Some Transit
        89 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: SanJoseUnified

        Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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