Nestled in The Rose Garden's Shasta Hanchett Park neighborhood, this Wolfe & Higgens single-story masterpiece graces picturesque Martin Ave. A charming cottage garden and inviting brick walkway frame the entrance, complemented by custom three-piece front windows. Inside, the living room boasts an original Bachelder tile fireplace, bespoke built-in shelving, and a media console marrying walnut accents with brass hardware. The spacious dining room, adorned with a marble-topped buffet and designer chandelier, is perfect for hosting memorable gatherings. The vintage-style kitchen, renovated to perfection, features a six-burner Thermador cooktop, farmhouse sink, black quartz counters and checkered tile floors. Beadboard ceiling, in-counter wine cabinet, and bistro shelves add to the timeless appeal. Four bedrooms, including a versatile office space, and meticulously renovated bathrooms with mosaic marble flooring and custom vanities ensure comfort and style. Just steps away from The Alameda, indulge in coffee at Crema, shop at Whole Foods, or dine at popular eateries like Hop & Vine. Conveniently located near downtown San Jose,with easy access to Caltrain and major highways, this home seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern conveniences, a true sanctuary in the Silicon Valley.
Sold for $2,365,000
$2,365,000
1281 Martin Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
4beds
1,970sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1925
7,000 Square Feet Lot
$2,192,300 Zestimate®
$1,201/sqft
$6,153 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,192,300
$2.02M - $2.37M
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Farmhouse sinkVintage - style kitchenVersatile office spaceBrass hardwareMarble - topped buffetTimeless eleganceBlack quartz counters
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Listed by:
Sean Manning 01228488 408-314-6782,
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno 408-295-3111,
Sydney Ereno 01468293 408-568-6444,
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Bought with:
Chris Buchanan, 02068778
Intero Real Estate Services
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML81958116
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Office
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, WalkinCloset, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, Marble, PrimaryStallShowers, ShowerandTub, ShoweroverTub1, SolidSurface, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastNook, FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: ExhaustFan, Pantry
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Security Gate
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Tile, Wood
- Doors: None
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,970
- Total interior livable area: 1,970 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, No Garage
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced, Storage Shed Structure
- Pool features: Black Bottom, In Ground
- Spa features: Other
- Fencing: Back Yard,Gate
Lot
- Size: 7,000 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 26124043
- Zoning: R1-8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
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: $1,201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,412,300
- Annual tax amount: $31,250
- Date on market: 3/19/2024
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/26/2024 | Sold | $2,365,000+15.5%$1,201/sqft |
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| 3/28/2024 | Pending sale | $2,048,000$1,040/sqft |
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| 3/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,048,000+40.8%$1,040/sqft |
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| 11/21/2017 | Sold | $1,455,000+12%$739/sqft |
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| 10/19/2017 | Pending sale | $1,299,000$659/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Los Gatos #81680981 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000+44.5%$659/sqft |
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| 6/2/2012 | Listing removed | $899,000+1.6%$456/sqft |
Source: Alain Pinel Realtors #81113625 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2011 | Sold | $885,000-1.6%$449/sqft |
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| 4/10/2011 | Pending sale | $899,000$456/sqft |
Source: Alain Pinel Realtors - Los Gatos #81113625 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2011 | Price change | $899,000-4.3%$456/sqft |
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| 3/30/2011 | Listed for sale | $939,000+18.1%$477/sqft |
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| 4/23/2004 | Sold | $795,000$404/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,250 +49.9% | $2,412,300 +48.6% |
| 2024 | $20,853 +1.8% | $1,623,076 +2% |
| 2023 | $20,477 +1% | $1,591,252 +2% |
| 2022 | $20,283 +2% | $1,560,052 +2% |
| 2021 | $19,883 +2.5% | $1,529,464 +1% |
| 2020 | $19,405 | $1,513,782 +2% |
| 2019 | $19,405 +5.5% | $1,484,100 +2% |
| 2018 | $18,389 | $1,455,000 +49% |
| 2017 | $18,389 +42.8% | $976,676 +2% |
| 2016 | $12,876 +2.2% | $957,527 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $12,598 +3.9% | $943,145 +2% |
| 2014 | $12,128 | $924,671 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $920,493 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $902,445 +4.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $860,000 +15.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $744,000 +2.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $728,400 -15.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $860,531 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $843,659 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $827,118 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $810,900 +73.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $466,396 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $457,849 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $448,873 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $440,073 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Downtown
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Merritt Trace Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Herbert Hoover Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Abraham Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: MerrittTraceElementary
- Middle: HerbertHooverMiddle_1
- High: AbrahamLincolnHigh_1
- 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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