Welcome to 1540 Norman Avenue, where classic charm meets exceptional opportunity on a 10,000+ sq ft lot with excellent potential for expansion or an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ideal for multigenerational living or rental income (buyer to verify).
This well-maintained home features a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, Thermador Professional 6-burner range, Thermador dishwasher, Maytag refrigerator, and Shaw's farmhouse sink. Interior highlights include marble tile bathrooms, dual-pane windows, and Brazilian Walnut hardwood flooring. Natural light and a functional layout create a warm, inviting feel throughout.
The spacious backyard offers flexibility for future use and includes a shed that doubles as a home office. Conveniently located near downtown Willow Glen and Campbell with easy access to shopping, dining and major commute routes.
Sold for $2,249,999
$2,249,999
1540 Norman Ave, San Jose, CA 95125
3beds
1,614sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1950
10,286 Square Feet Lot
$2,242,600 Zestimate®
$1,394/sqft
$5,684 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,242,600
$2.09M - $2.42M
$5,684/mo
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Spacious backyardWarm inviting feelFunctional layoutNatural lightBrazilian walnut hardwood flooringMarble tile bathroomsThermador dishwasher
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Listed by:
Colin Clancy 01948546 408-590-0471,
KW Bay Area Estates 408-560-9000
Bought with:
Ruth Melcho, 02151801
KW Bay Area Estates
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82037586
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining room
- Features: DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven/Range, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,614
- Total interior livable area: 1,614 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 10,286 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 28421012
- Zoning: R1
- 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: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Jose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,394/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,149,277
- Annual tax amount: $15,531
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2026 | Sold | $2,249,999$1,394/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82037586 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2026 | Pending sale | $2,249,999$1,394/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82037586 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,249,999+167.5%$1,394/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82037586 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2006 | Sold | $841,000$521/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,531 +3.5% | $1,149,277 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,012 +1.8% | $1,126,743 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,742 +0.7% | $1,104,651 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,634 +1.9% | $1,082,993 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,367 +2.6% | $1,061,759 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,003 | $1,050,873 +2% |
| 2019 | $14,003 +4% | $1,030,269 +2% |
| 2018 | $13,459 | $1,010,068 +2% |
| 2017 | $13,459 +1.3% | $990,264 +2% |
| 2016 | $13,292 +7.4% | $970,848 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $12,378 +6.2% | $956,266 +2% |
| 2014 | $11,660 | $937,535 +26.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $740,000 +9.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $677,000 -8.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $739,000 +15.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $638,000 -6.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $684,300 -16% |
| 2008 | -- | $814,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $814,800 +1093.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $68,264 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $66,927 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $65,616 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $64,415 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $63,153 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $61,916 |
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Neighborhood: Willow Glen
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Blackford Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Monroe Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 5/10Del Mar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: CampbellUnionElementary
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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