Discover this beautifully upgraded, turn-key home in Blossom Valley, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, nestled on a tree-lined street. As you step through the front door, you'll be welcomed by an open floor plan that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. The cozy living room, complete with a fireplace, flows effortlessly into the dining area. The gourmet kitchen boasts granite countertops and modern appliances, while an enclosed porch off the kitchen provides an excellent additional space for entertaining.Enjoy the elegance of hardwood floors throughout, along with energy-efficient dual-pane windows. The newly installed A/C unit and paid solar system enhance comfort and sustainability. The low-maintenance front and back yards include mature fruit trees, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. This home is conveniently located near restaurants, schools, shopping, and dining, with easy access to the 85, 87, and 101 freeways, as well as Kaiser. Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming home yours!
Sold for $1,330,000
$1,330,000
181 Benbow Ave, San Jose, CA 95123
3beds
1,203sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,275,800 Zestimate®
$1,106/sqft
$4,611 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,275,800
$1.16M - $1.40M
$4,611/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$4,611/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$4,611/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$8,617/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$8,617/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Mature fruit treesEnclosed porchGourmet kitchenTree-lined streetOpen floor planDining areaGranite countertops
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ying He DRE #01255995 415-860-8320,
Jenny He Realty Associates 415-466-6880
Bought with:
Rob Pelayo, DRE #02195342
Momentum Realty
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 424082439
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 1
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Family Combo
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Combo
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central, Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,203
- Total interior livable area: 1,203 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 69207046
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Site, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Jose
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,106/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,022,354
- Annual tax amount: $14,294
- Date on market: 12/3/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Total actual rent: 0
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/10/2025 | Sold | $1,330,000+10.9%$1,106/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #424082439 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2024 | Pending sale | $1,199,000$997/sqft |
Source: SFAR #424082439 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000+26.9%$997/sqft |
Source: SFAR #424082439 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,850+2.7%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,750+7.1%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2020 | Listing removed | $3,500$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,500$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2020 | Sold | $944,500+1.7%$785/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2020 | Pending sale | $928,999$772/sqft |
Source: Rex Real Estate Exchange Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $928,999+111.1%$772/sqft |
Source: Rex Real Estate Exchange Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2012 | Sold | $440,000+0.5%$366/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2012 | Listed for sale | $438,000+12.3%$364/sqft |
Source: Von Kaenel Real Estate #81220589 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2009 | Sold | $390,000+18.9%$324/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2009 | Sold | $328,000-38.1%$273/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2004 | Sold | $530,000$441/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,294 +2.2% | $1,022,354 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,988 +1.5% | $1,002,309 +2% |
| 2023 | $13,788 +0.6% | $982,657 +2% |
| 2022 | $13,705 +1.3% | $963,390 +2% |
| 2021 | $13,525 +77.1% | $944,500 +90.6% |
| 2020 | $7,638 | $495,426 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,638 +3.3% | $485,713 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,394 | $476,190 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,394 +1.4% | $466,854 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,292 +7.5% | $457,701 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,783 +10.7% | $450,827 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,130 | $441,997 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $440,000 +15.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $381,000 -2.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $392,002 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $389,074 -11.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $440,000 -23.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $573,685 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $562,438 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $551,411 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $540,600 +440.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $99,938 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $98,108 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $96,186 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $94,301 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Blossom Valley
Nearby homes
- $1,089,8003 bd3 ba1.1k sqft179 Benbow Ave, San Jose, CA 95123Off Market
- $1,280,0004 bd3 ba1.6k sqft183 Benbow Ave, San Jose, CA 95123Sold
- $1,157,8003 bd2 ba1.2k sqft185 Benbow Ave, San Jose, CA 95123Off Market
- $1,534,9004 bd2 ba2.6k sqft175 Benbow Ave, San Jose, CA 95123Off Market
- $1,329,2003 bd2 ba1.6k sqft5783 Cohasset Way, San Jose, CA 95123Off Market
- $1,400,4004 bd2 ba2.1k sqft187 Benbow Ave, San Jose, CA 95123Off Market
- $1,296,5004 bd2 ba1.4k sqft182 Benbow Ave, San Jose, CA 95123Off Market
- $1,219,8003 bd2 ba1.5k sqft178 Benbow Ave, San Jose, CA 95123Off Market
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Anderson (Alex) Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Bernal Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 5/10Oak Grove High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,275,800
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$1,275,800
- California
- Santa Clara County
- San Jose
- 95123
- Blossom Valley
- 181 Benbow Ave
Nearby cities
Nearby neighborhoods
Nearby zip codes
Other San Jose Topics
