Charming Spanish-Style Home in the Heart of Willow Glen - Located just a short walk from vibrant Lincoln Avenue, this spacious 1,804 sqft, 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath home exudes classic Willow Glen charm. Built in 1932, this home features arched doorways, classic built-ins and light fixtures, beautifully refinished hardwood floors, all new interior paint and a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace. Enjoy meals in the separate dining room or the inviting kitchen nook, complete with indoor laundry for added convenience. One of the three bedrooms includes a second fireplace, adding warmth and character. Step outside to a delightful backyard courtyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining and a detached garage. With its timeless architectural details and unbeatable location, this home perfectly blends old-school charm with modern comfort in one of Willow Glens most sought-after neighborhoods.
Sold for $1,550,000
$1,550,000
1087 Merle Ave, San Jose, CA 95125
3beds
1,804sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1932
5,900 Square Feet Lot
$2,111,300 Zestimate®
$859/sqft
$5,643 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,111,300
$1.92M - $2.30M
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Cozy fireplaceSecond fireplaceClassic built-insDelightful backyard courtyardDetached garageNew interior paintArched doorways
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Listed by:
Lynette Crum 01013351 408-656-9297,
Intero Real Estate Services 408-979-5900,
Kraig Constantino 01215894 408-219-9122,
Intero Real Estate Services
Bought with:
Lynette Crum, 01013351
Intero Real Estate Services
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82025922
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Basement
Bathroom
- Features: ShoweroverTub1
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Tile, ExhaustFan
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor
- Laundry: In Utility Room
Features
- High Ceilings
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other Location, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,804
- Total interior livable area: 1,804 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Tandem
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 5,900 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 26456074
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1932
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Jose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $859/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,800,000
- Annual tax amount: $36,437
- Date on market: 10/30/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/8/2025 | Sold | $1,550,000-3.1%$859/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82025922 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Pending sale | $1,599,800$887/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82025922 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,599,800$887/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82025922 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $36,437 +1415.8% | $1,800,000 +2205.3% |
| 2024 | $2,404 +3.9% | $78,082 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,314 +0.9% | $76,552 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,292 +4.9% | $75,052 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,185 +4.8% | $73,581 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,086 | $72,828 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,086 +5.9% | $71,401 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,969 | $70,002 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,969 +1.7% | $68,631 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,936 +9.3% | $67,286 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,772 +30.4% | $66,276 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,359 | $64,979 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $64,686 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $63,419 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $62,177 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $61,713 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $61,860 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $60,648 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $59,460 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $58,295 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $57,153 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $56,033 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $55,007 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $53,930 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $52,873 |
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Neighborhood: Willow Glen
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Willow Glen Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Willow Glen Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Willow Glen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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- Santa Clara County
- San Jose
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- Willow Glen
- 1087 Merle Ave
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