Discover timeless character in this Craftsman-style home nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown San Jose. From its welcoming front porch to its lush backyard, this residence is truly a gem and offers flexibility with a detached ADU featuring a full kitchen, bath and loft space. Step inside to a spacious living room filled with natural light, featuring a cozy fireplace flanked by charming built-in shelving. The formal dining room offers the ideal space for hosting gatherings, while the kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops and ample cabinetry for all your culinary needs. The home includes two generously sized bedrooms with plenty of light and new carpet. Outside, enjoy a private backyard complete with a detached garage, lawn, mature plum tree and a shaded patio deck. An additional 1/4 basement allows for extra storage space. A separate guest house adds even more value and features a full kitchen, bathroom, living area, and loft bedroom perfect for guests, a home office, or potential rental income. The back unit has been consistently rented for the past 15 years. Additional amenities include new interior/exterior paint, new carpet and AC. Excellent location close to Japantown and all the shops, restaurants and activities downtown has to offer.
Sold for $1,065,000
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$1,065,000
218 N 12th St, San Jose, CA 95112
3beds
1,012sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1918
5,040 Square Feet Lot
$1,044,700 Zestimate®
$1,052/sqft
$3,850 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,044,700
$961,000 - $1.14M
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Cozy fireplacePrivate backyardLush backyardFull kitchenCharming built-in shelvingWelcoming front porchAmple cabinetry
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Listed by:
Nicole Emanuel 01899594 408-410-2060,
Coldwell Banker Realty 408-355-1500
Bought with:
Greg Peralta, 01403345
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82014148
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Basement
Bathroom
- Features: ShowerandTub
Dining room
- Features: FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Island
Heating
- Central Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,012
- Total interior livable area: 1,012 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced
- Fencing: Back Yard,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 5,040 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 46703098
- Zoning: R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
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: $1,052/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $807,795
- Annual tax amount: $11,387
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2025 | Sold | $1,065,000+6.6%$1,052/sqft |
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| 7/19/2025 | Pending sale | $998,888$987/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $998,888+62.4%$987/sqft |
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| 3/10/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2007 | Sold | $615,000-5.4%$608/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2007 | Price change | $650,000-1.5%$642/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2007 | Price change | $659,888-2.2%$652/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2007 | Price change | $674,888-2.2%$667/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2007 | Listed for sale | $689,888+78.7%$682/sqft |
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| 12/31/2002 | Sold | $386,000+22.5%$381/sqft |
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| 1/31/2002 | Sold | $315,000+82.1%$311/sqft |
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| 9/4/1998 | Sold | $173,000$171/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,387 +5.8% | $807,795 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,760 +2% | $791,957 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,547 +1% | $776,429 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,445 +2.2% | $761,206 +2% |
| 2021 | $10,217 +2.4% | $746,281 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,978 | $738,630 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,978 +3.3% | $724,148 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,657 | $709,950 +9.9% |
| 2017 | $9,657 +7.5% | $646,000 +7.4% |
| 2016 | $8,980 +19.6% | $601,400 +15% |
| 2015 | $7,509 +21.5% | $523,000 +17.3% |
| 2014 | $6,180 | $446,000 +1.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $440,000 +57.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $280,000 -5.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $297,000 +2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $289,000 -35.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $447,300 -25% |
| 2008 | -- | $596,500 +43% |
| 2007 | -- | $417,269 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $409,088 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $401,068 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $393,205 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $386,000 +110.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $183,586 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $179,988 |
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Neighborhood: Downtown
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GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Horace Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Muwekma Ohlone MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10San Jose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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