Charming Home in Prime Northwest Gilroy Location
Welcome to 1656 Valley Oak Drive, a beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with 2,516 sq ft of living space on a 5,967 sq ft lot. Located in a quiet, well-established neighborhood in Gilroy's desirable Northwest Quadrant, this two-story home features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and has been lovingly cared for by its original owners.
The flexible layout includes a full bathroom and a fifth bedroom or office on the main level, ideal for guests, remote work, or multi-generational living. (Note: this room does not have a built-in closet.) The open kitchen connects to a cozy family room, and separate living and dining areas provide great space for gatherings.
Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, including a large primary suite retreat. The private backyard backs to open land with mature trees and frequent deer sightings, offering a peaceful natural setting.
Built in 1997, the home also features a 3-car garage with generous storage. Conveniently close to parks, top-rated schools, and shopping, this Gilroy gem offers the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and location.
Sold for $1,150,000
$1,150,000
1656 Valley Oaks Dr, Gilroy, CA 95020
5beds
2,516sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1997
5,600 Square Feet Lot
$1,125,400 Zestimate®
$457/sqft
$4,727 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,125,400
$1.02M - $1.23M
$4,727/mo
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Private backyardMature treesOpen kitchenAbundant natural lightFrequent deer sightingsCozy family roomSoaring ceilings
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Listed by:
Lisa Stringfellow 01895863 408-857-9924,
Compass 408-358-1111,
Jennifer Siem- Oldham 01325650 408-835-4119,
Compass
Bought with:
Joshua Coria, 02076062
Valley View Properties
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82006631
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Office
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, PrimarySunkenTub, ShoweroverTub1, StallShower2plus, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, ExhaustFan, Pantry
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas, Fireplace(s), Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Built In Oven, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Features
- High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl Linoleum
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,516
- Total interior livable area: 2,516 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced, Storage Shed Structure
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills
Lot
- Size: 5,600 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Sheds
- Parcel number: 78357027
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public, Solar
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Gilroy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $457/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $612,699
- Annual tax amount: $7,522
- Date on market: 5/14/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2025 | Sold | $1,150,000-2.1%$457/sqft |
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| 6/28/2025 | Pending sale | $1,175,000$467/sqft |
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| 6/17/2025 | Contingent | $1,175,000$467/sqft |
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| 6/12/2025 | Price change | $1,175,000-5.9%$467/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,249,000+225.3%$496/sqft |
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| 6/15/1998 | Sold | $384,000$153/sqft |
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| 2/6/1998 | Sold | $384,000$153/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,522 +1.6% | $612,699 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,403 +0.6% | $600,686 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,358 +1.7% | $588,908 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,235 +0.5% | $577,362 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,202 +1.1% | $566,042 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,122 | $560,239 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,122 +8.1% | $549,254 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,586 | $538,486 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,586 -2% | $527,928 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,723 +8.2% | $517,577 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,213 +0.7% | $509,803 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,173 | $499,818 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $497,560 +14.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $434,000 -9.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $478,242 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $474,668 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $475,796 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $466,468 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $457,322 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $448,356 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $439,566 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $430,948 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $423,051 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $414,757 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $406,625 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 95020
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Luigi Aprea Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Brownell Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 7/10Christopher High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: GilroyUnified
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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