Welcome to 470 E Saint James Street a rare opportunity to acquire a residential lot in the heart of San Jose's urban core. The property currently features a fire-damaged structure, offering a compelling opportunity for redevelopment, restoration, or a complete new build.
Positioned in a highly desirable location with excellent street frontage, this parcel sits within a neighborhood experiencing continued growth and revitalization. Just minutes from San Jose State University, Japantown, public transit, and major freeways, the property offers exceptional convenience and strong long-term upside.
Key Highlights:
Fire-damaged structure value primarily in the land
Prime central location near SJSU, downtown amenities, and light rail
Outstanding redevelopment potential (buyer to verify with City of San Jose)
Bring your contractors, architects, and vision. Whether you're considering a custom single-family residence or exploring potential multi-unit development (subject to city approval), this is a unique opportunity to create something exceptional in Silicon Valley.
Lot/land
Price cut: $149.9K (9/1)
$500,000
470 E Saint James St, San Jose, CA 95112
--beds
--baths
4,095Square Feet
Residential Lot, Unimproved Land
Built in ----
4,095 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Excellent street frontage
- 166 days
- 543
- 21
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rob Redmond 02119102 650-245-4000,
Dakota Dillon Real Estate 888-313-3373,
Dakota Dillon 01959685 831-331-9923,
Dakota Dillon Real Estate
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82040312
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 4,095 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Residence
- Parcel number: 46717016
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: GasAvailableatStreet, PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Jose
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $30,566
- Date on market: 3/25/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Price change | $500,000-23.1% |
Source: | ||
| 7/24/2026 | Price change | $649,888-7.2% |
Source: | ||
| 5/31/2026 | Price change | $700,000-6.7% |
Source: | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $750,000 |
Source: | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $30,566 +2% |
| 2025 | $1,904 -1.1% | $29,968 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,925 +4.4% | $29,381 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,843 +0.9% | $28,806 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,828 +5.7% | $28,242 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,729 +5.5% | $27,689 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,638 | $27,406 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,638 +6.7% | $26,869 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,536 | $26,343 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,536 +1.9% | $25,827 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,507 +7.1% | $25,322 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,407 +49.4% | $24,943 +2% |
| 2014 | $942 | $24,455 +0.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $24,346 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $23,870 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $23,403 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $23,229 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $23,285 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $22,830 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $22,383 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $21,945 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $21,515 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $21,094 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $20,708 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $20,303 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $19,906 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearby schools
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.
Local buyer's agents are ready to help



