Welcome to this beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home! A detached ADU offers an additional 450 sq ft of living space with one bedroom, one bathroom, A/C, and laundry--ideal for multi-generational living or potential rental income. Showcasing exceptional pride of ownership, the main residence offers 1,356 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space with soaring 9-foot ceilings that create a bright, open, and inviting atmosphere--perfect for both daily living and effortless entertaining. The chef's kitchen is a culinary delight, featuring a gas cooktop, built-in oven, microwave, pot filler, hood over range, dishwasher, and a spacious island ideal for preparing meals or gathering with guests. The primary suite provides a tranquil retreat with a walk-in closet, dual vanity sinks, a stall shower, and an oversized soaking tub. Additional highlights include luxury vinyl plank flooring, central HVAC for year-round comfort, energy-efficient double-pane windows, and a utility room with laundry facilities and a convenient pet wash station. Driveway provides off-street parking for 3-4 vehicles. Enjoy walking distance to downtown attractions and easy access to major commute routes. This special property is ready for you to make lasting memories.
Sold for $1,318,500
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$1,318,500
438 Minor Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
4beds
1,356sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1908
5,504 Square Feet Lot
$1,238,500 Zestimate®
$972/sqft
$5,293 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,238,500
$1.14M - $1.34M
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Pet wash stationSpacious islandPrimary suiteOversized soaking tubStall showerGas cooktopWalk-in closet
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Listed by:
Lauson Fargher 00872945 408-670-7788,
Realcom Associates 408-244-7785
Bought with:
Jacqueline Gonzalez-Romero, 02176502
Intero Real Estate Services
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82014155
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, StallShower, TubinPrimaryBedroom, UpdatedBaths, FullonGroundFloor, PrimaryOversizedTub
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastBar, DiningArea
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Island
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Range Hood, Microwave, Built In Oven
- Laundry: In Utility Room
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Vinyl Linoleum
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,356
- Total interior livable area: 1,356 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, Off Street
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 5,504 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Zoned2ndUnit
- Parcel number: 26425095
- Zoning: R2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: IndividualGasMeters, 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: $972/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $883,619
- Annual tax amount: $13,162
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2025 | Sold | $1,318,500+11%$972/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML82014155 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Pending sale | $1,188,000$876/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82014155 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,188,000+1150.5%$876/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82014155 Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2016 | Sold | $95,000-54.4%$70/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2013 | Sold | $208,500$154/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,162 +5.7% | $883,619 +2% |
| 2024 | $12,457 +2.2% | $866,294 +2% |
| 2023 | $12,189 +12.8% | $849,309 +17% |
| 2022 | $10,809 +42.4% | $725,635 +50.4% |
| 2021 | $7,590 +3.6% | $482,319 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,327 | $477,375 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,327 +4.3% | $468,015 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,023 | $458,839 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,023 +0.8% | $449,843 +95.2% |
| 2016 | $6,966 +63.2% | $230,437 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,268 +25.4% | $226,977 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,403 | $222,532 +24% |
| 2013 | -- | $179,412 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $175,895 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $172,447 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $171,159 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $171,567 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $168,204 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $164,907 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $161,675 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $158,506 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $155,399 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $152,552 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $149,562 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $146,631 |
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Neighborhood: Downtown
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Gardner Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Herbert Hoover Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Abraham Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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