Welcome to this exceptional 1928 Spanish Hacienda style estate, an architectural gem in San Joses prestigious Naglee Park. Gated and private, this 4BD/3BA residence offers 3,901 sq. ft. of refined living on nearly 2/3 acre of landscaped grounds. Inside, Old-World craftsmanship blends seamlessly with modern updates. A dramatic mahogany foyer opens to a sun-filled formal living room with grand fireplace ideal for entertaining. The open chef's kitchen features new stone countertops, designer tile, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and Bertazzoni appliances including double ovens and a 5-burner cooktop, plus a sous prep area.
The upper-level primary suite is a private retreat with fireplace, Juliet balcony, and flexible sitting/office area. The remodeled ensuite boasts dual vanities, custom shower, and generous walk-in closet. A finished 400 sq. ft. basement adds versatility with kitchenette, wine cellar, and walk-out access to the stunning yard.
Outdoors, enjoy a resort-style setting with flagstone patios, pool/spa, bocce court, alfresco kitchen, terraced lawns, rose garden, raised beds, and children's play area. Three-car garage plus space for pool house or ADU.
Prime location minutes from Downtown San Jose, with easy access to 280/680/101/87 and top employers like Adobe, Google, and Zoom.
Sold for $3,075,000
$3,075,000
696 Margaret St, San Jose, CA 95112
4beds
3,901sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1928
0.64 Acres Lot
$3,031,300 Zestimate®
$788/sqft
$6,408 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,031,300
$2.79M - $3.30M
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Rose gardenOld-world craftsmanshipThree-car garageJuliet balconySpanish hacienda style estateRaised bedsRefined living
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gea Carr 01329782 408-218-4581,
Coldwell Banker Realty 408-723-3300
Bought with:
Jeries Tannous, 00550532
Urban Group Real Estate
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82024659
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Basement
Bedroom
- Features: WalkinCloset
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShowerandTub, StallShower
Dining room
- Features: FormalDiningRoom
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Stone
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Double Oven, Built In Gas Oven/Range, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Video Audio System, Walk-In Closet(s), Security Gate
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,901
- Total interior livable area: 3,901 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Barbecue, Fenced
- Pool features: Black Bottom, Heated, In Ground, Pool Sweep
- Spa features: Other
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 47221091
- Zoning: R1-8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Flat, Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
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: $788/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,644,061
- Annual tax amount: $34,147
- Date on market: 10/13/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/23/2025 | Sold | $3,075,000-6.8%$788/sqft |
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| 11/15/2025 | Pending sale | $3,298,000$845/sqft |
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| 10/28/2025 | Contingent | $3,298,000$845/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,298,000+3.1%$845/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Listing removed | $8,800$2/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $8,800$2/sqft |
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| 3/12/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/16/2024 | Listed for rent | $8,800$2/sqft |
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| 5/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/15/2023 | Listed for rent | $8,800$2/sqft |
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| 3/3/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/17/2022 | Listed for rent | $8,800$2/sqft |
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| 6/28/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/14/2021 | Listed for rent | $8,800$2/sqft |
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| 11/4/2020 | Listing removed | $3,198,000$820/sqft |
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| 9/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $3,198,000+45.4%$820/sqft |
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| 8/29/2014 | Sold | $2,199,750-6.4%$564/sqft |
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| 8/6/2014 | Pending sale | $2,350,000$602/sqft |
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| 6/26/2014 | Listed for sale | $2,350,000+209.2%$602/sqft |
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| 10/31/1997 | Sold | $760,000$195/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,147 +6.7% | $2,644,061 +2% |
| 2024 | $31,988 +1.7% | $2,592,217 +2% |
| 2023 | $31,445 +1% | $2,541,390 +2% |
| 2022 | $31,136 +1.8% | $2,491,560 +2% |
| 2021 | $30,573 +2.2% | $2,442,707 +1% |
| 2020 | $29,909 | $2,417,661 +2% |
| 2019 | $29,909 +3% | $2,370,257 +2% |
| 2018 | $29,024 | $2,323,783 +2% |
| 2017 | $29,024 +0.7% | $2,278,220 +2% |
| 2016 | $28,829 +3.1% | $2,233,550 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $27,966 | $2,200,000 +120.1% |
| 2014 | $27,966 | $999,709 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $995,192 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $975,680 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $956,550 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $949,402 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $951,658 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $932,999 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $914,706 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $896,772 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $879,189 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $861,951 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $846,155 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $829,565 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $813,300 |
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Neighborhood: Downtown
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- 2/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
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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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