Set on a huge nearly quarter-acre lot just minutes from Valley Fair, Santana Row, and major commute routes, this extensively rebuilt custom residence seamlessly blends luxury, exceptional craftsmanship, and the comfort of modern living.
Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the home showcases premium materials and carefully curated designer finishes rarely found even in new construction. The chefs kitchen is equipped with high-end stainless steel appliances, a gas range with a high-output vent hood, panel-ready refrigerator, custom cabinetry, and elevated finishes throughout.
An ideal floor plan offers a grand room with two spacious living areas, creating exceptional flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining.
Outside, the expansive and private backyard offers a low-maintenance setting with mature orange and fruit trees, generous space for entertaining, and plenty of room to enjoy the oversized lot.
Additional modern conveniences include EV charging in the garage and numerous thoughtful upgrades throughout. With its extensive rebuild, premium finishes, exceptional lot, and highly convenient San Jose location, this home offers a level of quality, privacy, and attention to detail that is increasingly difficult to find.
For sale
$2,488,000
625 Empey Way, San Jose, CA 95128
5beds
2,403sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1950
9,086 Square Feet Lot
$2,406,400 Zestimate®
$1,035/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 11 days
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gummow Brothers 70010170 408-357-9088,
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno 408-335-1400,
Brandon Gummow 02055753 408-616-9146,
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82063763
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Bathroom
- Features: Granite, ShowerandTub
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: ExhaustFan
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,403
- Total interior livable area: 2,403 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 9,086 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 28202010
- Zoning: R1-8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Water Connected, Public Utilities
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Jose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,035/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,713,600
- Date on market: 10/7/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
$2,406,400
$2.29M - $2.53M
$5,227/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,488,000+48.1%$1,035/sqft |
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| 11/7/2024 | Listing removed | $4,950$2/sqft |
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| 10/26/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,950+3.1%$2/sqft |
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| 10/7/2024 | Listing removed | $4,800-3%$2/sqft |
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| 10/3/2024 | Price change | $4,950-4.8%$2/sqft |
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| 9/30/2024 | Price change | $5,200+5.1%$2/sqft |
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| 9/28/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,950$2/sqft |
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| 9/25/2024 | Sold | $1,680,000+8.5%$699/sqft |
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| 9/8/2024 | Contingent | $1,549,000$645/sqft |
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| 8/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,549,000+637.6%$645/sqft |
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| 6/24/2021 | Sold | $210,000-64.8%$87/sqft |
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| 6/18/2004 | Sold | $596,000$248/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,713,600 +2% |
| 2025 | $25,751 +76.5% | $1,680,000 +45.1% |
| 2024 | $14,591 +1.5% | $1,158,210 +2% |
| 2023 | $14,382 +0.8% | $1,135,501 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,271 +38.3% | $1,113,238 +42.2% |
| 2021 | $10,322 +2.2% | $782,840 +1% |
| 2020 | $10,103 | $774,814 +2% |
| 2019 | $10,103 +4% | $759,623 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,715 | $744,729 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,715 +1.5% | $730,127 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,570 +8.3% | $715,812 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $8,834 +3.8% | $705,061 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,512 | $691,251 +19.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $577,000 +15.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $499,000 +3.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $481,000 -4.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $506,000 -15.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $598,700 -7.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $645,126 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $632,478 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $620,078 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $607,920 +85% |
| 2004 | -- | $328,667 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $322,644 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $316,318 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $310,116 |
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Neighborhood: Fruitdale
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: CampbellUnionElementary
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