Charming and thoughtfully updated, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in San Jose's desirable Buena Vista neighborhood is move-in ready and full of character. The remodeled kitchen boasts granite countertops, a center island, stainless steel appliances, tile floors, recessed lighting, and an inviting dining area. Enjoy hardwood floors in the living room and bedrooms, an electric fireplace, and wired surround soundperfect for relaxing or entertaining. The updated bathroom features tile floors and a tiled shower over tub. Additional highlights include dual pane windows, a whole house fan, and a freshly painted interior. The detached 2-car garage includes a convenient laundry area. Step outside to a private backyard retreat with a shaded pergola, vegetable garden, and eight mature fruit trees. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained home with modern comforts and outdoor charm!
Sold for $1,197,000
Tax assessed value
$1,197,000
505 Leigh Ave, San Jose, CA 95128
2beds
975sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1950
6,100 Square Feet Lot
$1,170,100 Zestimate®
$1,228/sqft
$3,123 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,170,100
$1.06M - $1.28M
$3,123/mo
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Mature fruit treesElectric fireplacePrivate backyard retreatCenter islandFreshly painted interiorTile floorsVegetable garden
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Listed by:
Felice Hollingsworth 00894191 408-828-0123,
Intero Real Estate Services 408-741-1600
Bought with:
Felice Hollingsworth, 00894191
Intero Real Estate Services
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82012157
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor, BedroomonGroundFloor2plus
Bathroom
- Features: ShoweroverTub1, Tile, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: BreakfastBar, EatinKitchen, NoFormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: NoFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite, ExhaustFan, Island
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Built In Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 975
- Total interior livable area: 975 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Tandem
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced
- Fencing: Back Yard,Gate,Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,100 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Garage
- Parcel number: 27726002
- Zoning: R1-8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
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: $1,228/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,197,000
- Date on market: 6/26/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/8/2025 | Sold | $1,197,000+4.1%$1,228/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$1,179/sqft |
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| 7/9/2025 | Contingent | $1,150,000$1,179/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82012157 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$1,179/sqft |
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| 6/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+249.5%$1,179/sqft |
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML82012157 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2011 | Sold | $329,000-2.7%$337/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2011 | Listed for sale | $338,000+25.2%$347/sqft |
Source: Better Homes and Gardens Mason-McDuffie Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2011 | Sold | $270,000-41.6%$277/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2004 | Sold | $462,000+138.1%$474/sqft |
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| 3/23/2004 | Sold | $194,000$199/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,197,000 +184% |
| 2025 | $6,549 +4.8% | $421,492 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,249 +2.4% | $413,228 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,102 +0.9% | $405,127 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,049 +2.7% | $397,184 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,887 +2.9% | $389,397 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,723 | $385,405 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,723 +3.8% | $377,849 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,513 | $370,441 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,513 +1% | $363,179 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,458 +2.2% | $356,059 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,341 +8.8% | $350,712 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,911 | $343,843 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $342,290 +13.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $302,000 +14.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $264,000 -23.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $346,000 -13.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $399,900 -18.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $490,276 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $480,664 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $471,240 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $462,000 +1033.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $40,755 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $40,009 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $39,225 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $38,457 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Rose Garden
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Merritt Trace Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Herbert Hoover Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Abraham Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 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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