Welcome to 1228 Forrestal Avenue, where timeless character meets modern California living. Tucked within the highly sought-after Rosemary Garden neighborhood, this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home with a large yard and fruit trees blends the warmth of its original 1940s design with thoughtful contemporary updates. Step inside to a light-filled open floor plan highlighted by refinished hardwood floors, fresh designer touches, and a classic brick fireplace framed by original woodwork a perfect centerpiece for cozy evenings at home. The renovated kitchen exudes understated elegance with quartz countertops, new flooring, designer paint, and a pass-through breakfast bar that invites easy conversation and connection. Outdoors, a private backyard retreat awaits with a new patio surrounded by fruit trees and refreshed landscaping, offering the ideal setting for morning coffee, afternoon relaxation, or dining al fresco under the stars. Fantastic location near all the great San Jose amenities and restaurants.
Sold for $1,050,000
$1,050,000
1228 Forrestal Ave, San Jose, CA 95110
2beds
993sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$1,036,200 Zestimate®
$1,057/sqft
$3,414 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,036,200
$953,000 - $1.13M
$3,414/mo
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Fruit treesTimeless characterLarge yardPrivate backyard retreatNew flooringFresh designer touchesNew patio
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Listed by:
Linnette Edwards DRE #01342728 925-580-8801,
Abio Properties
Bought with:
Eliza Bradley, DRE #02112808
Abio Properties
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41117442
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Hookups Only, Laundry Room, Common Area
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 993
- Total interior livable area: 993 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 23034029
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: San Jose
- Subdivision: Rose Garden
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2025 | Sold | $1,050,000+18.6%$1,057/sqft |
Source:  CCAR #41117442 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2025 | Pending sale | $885,000$891/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41117442 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $885,000+254%$891/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41117442 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2017 | Listing removed | $2,950$3/sqft |
Source: BHB Property Management Company Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,950$3/sqft |
Source: BHB Property Management Company Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/1999 | Sold | $250,000+273.1%$252/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/1998 | Sold | $67,000-58.1%$67/sqft |
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| 12/28/1994 | Sold | $160,000$161/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,276 +4.7% | $391,908 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,997 +2.4% | $384,225 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,855 +0.9% | $376,692 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,805 +2.8% | $369,306 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,648 +2.9% | $362,065 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,490 | $358,353 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,490 +3.8% | $351,327 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,288 | $344,439 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,288 +1% | $337,686 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,236 +3.9% | $331,065 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,040 +9.3% | $326,093 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,611 | $319,706 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $318,263 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $312,023 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $305,906 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $303,620 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $304,343 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $298,376 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $292,526 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $286,791 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $281,169 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $275,657 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $270,606 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $265,301 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $260,100 |
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Neighborhood: North San Jose
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Muwekma Ohlone MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10San Jose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
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