Welcome to this bright and inviting Cambrian home, where major system upgrades and everyday comfort come together. This property features a premium F-Wave impact-resistant roof, solar panels with battery backup, new central heating and AC, new water heater and water system, and a commercial-grade interior fire sprinkler system, a rare offering that adds exceptional safety and long-term value. Fresh interior paint, refinished hardwood floors, and large windows fill the home with natural light. The living room includes a cozy wood-burning fireplace and opens to a sunroom, perfect for morning exercise, an office, or a peaceful year-round retreat with an awning for shade. The kitchen includes a dining area, and the oversized laundry room provides access to the backyard and potential for expansion into a luxurious primary suite. The private backyard features a pergola perfect for shaded outdoor gatherings. The attached 2-car garage offers convenient interior access. Located in a quiet neighborhood near top Cambrian schools, Fammatre Elementary, Price Middle, and Branham High, and convenient access to HWY 17, 85, and 280 for easy commuting. This home blends thoughtful upgrades, comfort, and an ideal location.
Sold for $2,038,000
$2,038,000
1978 Kobara Ln, San Jose, CA 95124
3beds
1,634sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1957
7,150 Square Feet Lot
$2,010,200 Zestimate®
$1,247/sqft
$4,560 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,010,200
$1.85M - $2.19M
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Cozy wood-burning fireplaceFresh interior paintPremium f-wave impact-resistant roofRefinished hardwood floors
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Irina Bondar 02051897 650-438-9188,
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno 650-947-2900
Bought with:
Ann Tzeng, 02005627
Homeland Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82027775
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry
Bedroom
- Features: BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: ShowerandTub, Tile, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastNook, DiningAreainLivingRoom, EatinKitchen
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: _220VoltOutlet, Countertop_SolidSurfceCorian, ExhaustFan
Heating
- Central Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Utility Room
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,634
- Total interior livable area: 1,634 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Gazebo, Drought Tolerant Plants
Lot
- Size: 7,150 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola
- Parcel number: 41416033
- Zoning: R1-8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public, Solar
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Jose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,247/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $81,944
- Annual tax amount: $3,743
- Date on market: 11/17/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/2/2025 | Pending sale | $1,899,000-6.8%$1,162/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Sold | $2,038,000+7.3%$1,247/sqft |
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| 11/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,899,000$1,162/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,743 +1.9% | $81,944 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,674 +3.6% | $80,338 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,546 +2.2% | $78,764 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,468 +27.3% | $77,220 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,723 +8% | $75,707 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,521 | $74,932 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,521 +7.9% | $73,464 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,337 | $72,024 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,337 +2.1% | $70,613 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,289 +29.8% | $69,230 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,762 +31.5% | $68,192 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,340 | $66,857 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $66,556 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $65,252 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $63,974 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $63,497 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $63,649 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $62,402 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $61,180 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $59,981 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $58,806 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $57,654 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $56,598 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $55,489 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $54,402 |
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Neighborhood: Willow Glen
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Fammatre Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Price Charter Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Branham High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: FammatreCharter
- Middle: PriceCharterMiddle
- High: BranhamHigh
- District: CambrianElementary
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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- Santa Clara County
- San Jose
- 95124
- Willow Glen
- 1978 Kobara Ln
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