Welcome to 42 Union Street a rare Victorian duplex offering charm, character, and incredible investment upside in the heart of San Jose. Built in 1889 and thoughtfully updated, this two-unit property features a 4BD/2BA upper unit and a 3BD/2BA lower unit, each with high ceilings, modern LVP flooring, and renovated kitchens boasting quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and white shaker cabinetry. The upper unit opens to a covered deck with sweeping backyard views perfect for entertaining while the lower level offers its own private patio space. Additional highlights include updated plumbing, electrical, and fresh interior finishes throughout. The expansive lot features a long driveway accommodating multiple vehicles or RVs. Located just minutes from downtown San Jose, the future Google Village development, top dining, shopping, and with easy access to Highways 280, 101, and 87 this property is an exceptional opportunity for owner-occupants and investors alike. Don't miss it!
For sale
$1,175,000
42 Union St, San Jose, CA 95110
7beds
4baths
1,784sqft
Duplex, Residential Income
Built in 1889
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$659/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 11 days |
- 1,018 |
- 62 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Juan J Coss 01783280 408-592-5323,
Akimax Lending 669-309-0947
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82052509
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Formica, Countertop_Stone, ExhaustFan, VariesbyUnit
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Other, Built In Oven/Range
- Laundry: Hookups Only
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,784
- Total interior livable area: 1,784 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Carport, Common
- Carport spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Parking
Features
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Other
Lot
- Size: 5,616 Square Feet
- Features: Regular
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 26436120
- Zoning: RM
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Duplex, Residential Income
Materials
- Foundation: Slab, Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1889
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: IndividualGasMeters, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Other, Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public, Individual Gas Meters
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Jose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $659/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,014,390
- Annual tax amount: $16,504
- Date on market: 6/28/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: FHA, VALoan, CashorConventionalLoan
- Inclusions: DishwasherSomeUnits, Land, OvenRangeAllUnits
- Lease term: Month To Month
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000+20.5%$659/sqft |
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| 6/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 6/8/2023 | Sold | $975,000-2%$547/sqft |
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| 4/17/2023 | Pending sale | $995,000$558/sqft |
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| 4/13/2023 | Listed for sale | $995,000+42.1%$558/sqft |
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| 3/1/2023 | Sold | $700,000-12.5%$392/sqft |
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| 12/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $800,000$448/sqft |
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| 11/2/2022 | Contingent | $800,000$448/sqft |
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| 10/12/2022 | Price change | $800,000+6.7%$448/sqft |
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| 10/11/2022 | Price change | $750,000-11.8%$420/sqft |
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| 9/20/2022 | Price change | $850,000-14%$476/sqft |
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| 8/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $988,888$554/sqft |
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| 8/26/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $988,888$554/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,504 +5.4% | $1,014,390 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,655 | $994,500 +25.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $790,500 +1682.6% |
| 2022 | $4,975 +65.8% | $44,346 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,001 +9.2% | $43,478 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,747 | $43,033 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,747 +9.3% | $42,190 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,514 | $41,364 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,514 +2.2% | $40,554 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,459 +8.2% | $39,760 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,272 +119.7% | $39,164 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,034 | $38,397 +0.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $38,225 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $37,477 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $36,744 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $36,471 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $36,559 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $35,843 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $35,142 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $34,454 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $33,780 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $33,119 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $32,513 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $31,876 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $31,252 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Fairgrounds
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Willow Glen Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 8/10Willow Glen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: SanJoseUnified
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