A charming Craftsman bungalow in the heart of downtown San Joses historic Hensley District. This move-in ready 2 bed, 1 bath home offers 920 sq ft of bright, updated living space with original character details, including exposed brick and vintage molding throughout. A sunlit dining area with built-in bench seating flows into the refreshed kitchen, which blends modern finishes with classic charm and features new stainless steel appliances. The private backyard features a large deck, barbecue grilling station, and raised garden beds. A one-car garage suited for a compact vehicle adds everyday convenience. Just blocks from historic Japantown and a short walk to San Pedro Square Markets restaurants, coffee shops, and nightlife, the home offers easy access to public transit, Highways 87, 101, and 280, San Jose State, downtown employers, and nearby tech campuses. A rare opportunity to own a home with character, comfort, and downtown convenience all in one.
Pending
Price cut: $26K (5/21)
$799,000
232 Washington St, San Jose, CA 95112
2beds
920sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1902
2,340 Square Feet Lot
$785,300 Zestimate®
$868/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original character detailsPrivate backyardCharming craftsman bungalowBarbecue grilling stationRaised garden bedsExposed brickVintage molding throughout
- 73 days |
- 241 |
- 3 |
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Zaid Hanna 01421581 408-461-9008,
Real Estate 38 408-515-1613
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82045046
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Granite, ShoweroverTub1, Tile
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Built In Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 920
- Total interior livable area: 920 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 2,340 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 24948024
- Zoning: RM
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1902
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: $868/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $933,861
- Annual tax amount: $12,822
- Date on market: 4/29/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
$785,300
$746,000 - $825,000
$2,489/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Pending sale | $799,000$868/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Contingent | $799,000$868/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Price change | $799,000-3.2%$868/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000$897/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Contingent | $825,000$897/sqft |
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| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000-6.3%$897/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Listing removed | $3,695$4/sqft |
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| 7/19/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,695+23.4%$4/sqft |
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| 4/12/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/4/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,995+7%$3/sqft |
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| 6/2/2022 | Sold | $880,000+3.5%$957/sqft |
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| 4/26/2022 | Pending sale | $850,000$924/sqft |
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| 4/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $850,000+54.8%$924/sqft |
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| 3/10/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/15/2017 | Listing removed | $2,800$3/sqft |
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| 8/31/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,800$3/sqft |
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| 2/6/2008 | Listing removed | $549,000$597/sqft |
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| 8/30/2007 | Listed for sale | $549,000+32.8%$597/sqft |
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| 8/3/2004 | Sold | $413,500+72.3%$449/sqft |
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| 9/13/1999 | Sold | $240,000+53.8%$261/sqft |
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| 4/22/1999 | Sold | $156,000$170/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,822 -16.5% | $933,861 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,357 +29.5% | $915,551 +2% |
| 2023 | $11,862 +18.1% | $897,600 +22.4% |
| 2022 | $10,047 +31.4% | $733,101 +37.7% |
| 2021 | $7,646 +2.6% | $532,473 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,452 | $527,014 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,452 +3.5% | $516,682 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,201 | $506,552 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,201 +0.9% | $496,621 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,136 +12.7% | $486,885 +12.8% |
| 2015 | $6,333 +17.6% | $431,700 +13% |
| 2014 | $5,385 | $382,000 +44.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $264,000 +6% |
| 2012 | -- | $249,000 -14.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $290,000 +3% |
| 2010 | -- | $281,500 -22.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $362,400 -17.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $438,808 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $430,205 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $421,770 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $413,500 +59.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $259,443 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $254,689 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $249,696 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $244,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Grant Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Muwekma Ohlone MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10San Jose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: GrantElementary_1
- High: SanJoseHighAcademy
- District: SanJoseUnified
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