Follow the winding road and cross the bridge to 861 Dorel Drive, where San Jose Highlands delivers a rare foothill oasis steps from the scenic Penitencia Creek Trail and Alum Rock Park. This sprawling single-story residence redefines elevated living with 4 bedrooms, a separate family room, formal dining and living areas, plus a detached office all laid out on more than a 1/4 acre of land. Wake up to sweeping hill, canyon, and iconic Silicon Valley views while enjoying year-round creek sounds in total privacy, with no rear or side neighbors. Originally designed and built by the developer of San Jose Highlands with extra bells and whistles, the home features high-end remodel finishes from top brands, soaring high ceilings, a forever tile roof, owned solar system, central A/C, and natural light through large glass doors. The landscaping includes 12 palm trees and drought-resistant landscaping, complemented by an extended driveway with boat parking and a 2-car attached garage. Perfect as a forever home with ADU potential, this house belongs to the top-rated Noble Elementary, Piedmont Middle, and Piedmont High School district.
For sale
Price cut: $101.1K (7/28)
$1,998,888
861 Dorel Dr, San Jose, CA 95132
4beds
1,808sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1971
0.28 Acres Lot
$1,963,700 Zestimate®
$1,106/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 121 days
- 930
- 22
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robert M. Balina 01263881 408-750-6425,
Synergize Realty 408-850-7220
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82046771
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Office
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat, WalkinCloset, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, ShoweroverTub1, UpdatedBaths
Dining room
- Features: EatinKitchen, FormalDiningRoom, Skylights
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite, Pantry
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Built In Oven, Double Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,808
- Total interior livable area: 1,808 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Dog Run/Kennel, Fenced, Storage Shed Structure
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial,Rail
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canyon, Hills
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Flag Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola, Sheds
- Parcel number: 59515042
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public, Solar
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Jose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,106/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,195,390
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Estimated market value
$1,963,700
$1.87M - $2.06M
$5,251/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/7/2026 | Listing removed | $3,050$2/sqft |
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| 7/28/2026 | Price change | $1,998,888-4.8%$1,106/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $2,100,000-8.6%$1,162/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,297,000+132%$1,270/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,050$2/sqft |
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| 5/22/2025 | Listing removed | $3,050$2/sqft |
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| 12/22/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,050$2/sqft |
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| 6/6/2016 | Sold | $990,000+4.8%$548/sqft |
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| 5/22/2016 | Pending sale | $945,000$523/sqft |
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| 5/13/2016 | Listed for sale | $945,000+23%$523/sqft |
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| 2/14/2005 | Sold | $768,000+32.4%$425/sqft |
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| 8/21/2003 | Sold | $580,000$321/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,195,390 +2% |
| 2025 | $16,971 +1.6% | $1,171,952 +2% |
| 2024 | $16,708 +1.7% | $1,148,974 +2% |
| 2023 | $16,422 +0.5% | $1,126,446 +2% |
| 2022 | $16,332 +3.3% | $1,104,360 +2% |
| 2021 | $15,805 +3.4% | $1,082,706 +1% |
| 2020 | $15,280 | $1,071,605 +2% |
| 2019 | $15,280 +6% | $1,050,595 +2% |
| 2018 | $14,413 | $1,029,996 +2% |
| 2017 | $14,413 +2.2% | $1,009,800 +11.7% |
| 2016 | $14,107 +26.2% | $904,308 +12.1% |
| 2015 | $11,175 +10% | $807,000 +4.3% |
| 2014 | $10,157 | $774,000 +16.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $665,400 +8.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $615,000 +18.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $520,000 -0.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $521,000 -21.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $664,000 -12.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $757,800 -5.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $799,027 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $783,360 +32.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $591,600 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $580,000 +82.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $318,402 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $312,160 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $306,040 |
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Neighborhood: Berryessa
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: NobleElementary
- Middle: PiedmontMiddle_1
- High: PiedmontHillsHigh
- District: BerryessaUnionElementary
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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