New price w/ brand new roof (40 yrs) Welcome to 526 S 5th Street. This property offers 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and is located in the heart of downtown San Jose. Conveniently located near San Jose State University, the SOFA District, San Pedro Square, downtown dining, museums, entertainment, and events. Approximately 2 miles to SAP Center and Diridon Station, accessible by bike, car, or public transit. This beautiful home features approximately 1,680 square feet of living space. Interior features include high ceilings, bamboo flooring on the main level, and a large galley-style kitchen. The first floor includes one bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. The second floor offers three additional bedrooms and one bathroom. Property has been well maintained and includes a brand-new roof just installed, along with newer double-pane wood-frame windows. Additional features include a full basement, off-street backyard parking for approximately 3-4 vehicles, and a remote-controlled gate for privacy and security. Nice outdoor sitting area suitable for BBQ and entertaining.
Sold for $1,140,000
$1,140,000
526 S 5th St, San Jose, CA 95112
4beds
1,680sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1905
4,340 Square Feet Lot
$1,136,300 Zestimate®
$679/sqft
$4,206 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,136,300
$1.06M - $1.23M
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Full basementEnsuite bathroomBrand-new roofHigh ceilingsLarge galley-style kitchenNewer double-pane wood-frame windows
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Listed by:
Mimi Quach 01304977 408-307-4489,
LPT Realty 877-366-2213
Bought with:
Devang Mistry, 02214477
eXp Realty of California Inc
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82034689
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom, WalkinCloset, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor
Bathroom
- Features: PrimaryStallShowers, ShowerandTub, Tile
Dining room
- Features: DiningFamilyCombo
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite, ExhaustFan
Heating
- Floor Furnace, Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,680
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights
Lot
- Size: 4,340 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 47228021
- Zoning: RM
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Raised, Masonry Perimeter, Wood Frame
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: San Jose
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Sold | $1,140,000$679/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Pending sale | $1,140,000$679/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,140,000+6%$679/sqft |
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| 6/1/2018 | Sold | $1,075,000+13.2%$640/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81704687 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $949,950+39.7%$565/sqft |
Source: Windermere Silicon Valley #ML81704687 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2015 | Sold | $680,000+4.8%$405/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2015 | Listed for sale | $649,000+20.6%$386/sqft |
Source: Century 21-Alpha #81471650 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2005 | Sold | $538,000$320/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,013 +14.2% | $1,223,160 +11.2% |
| 2024 | $14,896 +13.7% | $1,100,000 +15.8% |
| 2023 | $13,102 -15.9% | $950,000 -17.6% |
| 2022 | $15,576 +9.1% | $1,152,615 +10% |
| 2021 | $14,280 +11.2% | $1,048,100 -6.3% |
| 2020 | $12,836 | $1,118,430 +2% |
| 2019 | $12,836 +26.7% | $1,096,500 +55% |
| 2018 | $10,129 | $707,472 +2% |
| 2017 | $10,129 +1.8% | $693,600 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,953 +21.7% | $680,000 +25.5% |
| 2015 | $8,175 +21.5% | $541,700 +16% |
| 2014 | $6,730 | $467,000 +16.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $400,700 +17.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $340,000 -17.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $413,000 +3% |
| 2010 | -- | $401,100 -5.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $425,000 -25.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $570,928 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $559,734 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $548,760 +331% |
| 2005 | -- | $127,332 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $124,837 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $122,550 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $120,148 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $117,793 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Herbert Hoover Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 7/10Abraham Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: LowellElementary_1
- Middle: HerbertHooverMiddle_1
- High: AbrahamLincolnHigh_1
- 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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