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    1201 Hester Ave, San Jose, CA 95126

    3beds
    1,267sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1905
    5,550 Square Feet Lot
    $1,676,700 Zestimate®
    $1,341/sqft
    $4,041 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,676,700

    $1.54M - $1.83M

    $4,041/mo

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    What's special

    Craftsman-appropriate subway tileClassic craftsman characterFarmhouse sinkFully-remodeled chefs kitchenGated off-street parkingSprawling improved basementProfessionally-installed hardscape
    Pairing 21st century upgrades with classic Craftsman character, this remodeled and move-in ready single family home plus detached ADU (good for income generation or multi-generational living) offers almost 1,800 square feet of combined living space (1,267 sq ft 3 bed/2 bath main house and 517 sq ft detached designer ADU) in the vibrant heart of Shasta Hanchett Park, a short walk from CalTrain, Whole Foods, the Rose Garden, concerts and sporting events at the SAP Center, and endless local restaurants and coffee shops. Extensively fortified and upgraded both functionally and aesthetically, the laundry list of functional improvements include a sprawling, improved basement with a full vapor barrier, in-ceiling lighting, upgraded plumbing throughout, updated 200amp electric, updated central heat/air and ductwork, and professionally-installed hardscape with gated off-street parking. Solid oak hardwood floor, in-ceiling LED lighting, and dual pane windows; a fully-remodeled chefs kitchen with matching stainless appliances, farmhouse sink and garden window, a tasteful blend of solid wood cabinetry and floating shelving, quartz countertops, and Craftsman-appropriate subway tile from countertop-to-ceiling; solid wood doors; and two fully-remodeled spacious bathrooms.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Ryan Nickell 02013579 408-857-5153,

    ROI Real Estate 408-857-5153

    Bought with:

    Katie Ruddell, 01896180

    Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley

    Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82017863MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Bathroom
    • Features: Marble, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, Tile
    Dining room
    • Features: Other
    Family room
    • Features: Other
    Heating
    • Central Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Inside
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,267
    • Total interior livable area: 1,267 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Off Site, Parking Area
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    • Exterior features: Back Yard
    • Fencing: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 5,550 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 26121048
    • Zoning: R2
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1905

    Utilities & green energy

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

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: San Jose

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/12/2025Sold$1,698,888$1,341/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82017863 Report a problem
    11/13/2025Pending sale$1,698,888$1,341/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82017863 Report a problem
    10/29/2025Contingent$1,698,888$1,341/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82017863 Report a problem
    10/10/2025Price change$1,698,888-5%$1,341/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82017863 Report a problem
    10/2/2025Price change$1,788,888+2.9%$1,412/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82017863 Report a problem
    8/26/2025Listed for sale$1,738,888+5.5%$1,372/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82017863 Report a problem
    5/21/2021Sold$1,648,000+17.8%$1,301/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/15/2021Listed for sale$1,399,000+56.8%$1,104/sqft
    Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81836400 Report a problem
    6/17/2016Sold$892,000+1.9%$704/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/17/2016Pending sale$875,000$691/sqft
    Source: Intero Real Estate Services #81581902 Report a problem
    4/24/2016Listed for sale$875,000$691/sqft
    Source: Intero Real Estate Services #ML81581902 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$23,089 +6.6%$1,783,845 +2%
    2024$21,654 +1.7%$1,748,868 +2%
    2023$21,282 +3.7%$1,714,578 +2%
    2022$20,523 +53.3%$1,680,960 +72.3%
    2021$13,389 +2.8%$975,528 +1%
    2020$13,025 $965,527 +2%
    2019$13,025 +3.5%$946,596 +2%
    2018$12,583 $928,036 +2%
    2017$12,583 +4.2%$909,840 +38%
    2016$12,077 +34.2%$659,390 +1.5%
    2015$9,001 +5.3%$649,487 +2%
    2014$8,550 $636,765 +0.5%
    2013-- $633,888 +80.7%
    2012-- $350,880 +2%
    2011-- $344,000 +447.1%
    2010-- $62,872 -0.2%
    2009-- $63,023 +2%
    2008-- $61,788 +2%
    2007-- $60,577 +2%
    2006-- $59,390 +2%
    2005-- $58,226 +2%
    2004-- $57,085 +1.9%
    2003-- $56,040 +2%
    2002-- $54,942 +87.8%
    2001-- $29,258

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Downtown

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    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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