For sale

$1,750,000

905 El Rio Dr, San Jose, CA 95125

3beds

1,558sqft

$11,183/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1948

8,466 Square Feet Lot

$1,711,100 Zestimate^®

$1,123/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Nestled in the heart of Willow Glen, this charming 3bds, 2bth home offers 1,558 sq. ft. of comfortable living space on a generous 8,466 sq. ft. lot. The freshly painted exterior enhances the home's curb appeal, while the spacious backyard features raised garden planters perfect for growing your favorite vegetables, herbs, or flowers. Located on one of Willow Glen's beautiful tree-lined streets, you'll enjoy being just a short distance from vibrant downtown Willow Glen with its popular restaurants, boutique shopping, parks, and community events. The expansive lot provides plenty of room for entertaining, relaxing, or future possibilities. Commuters will appreciate the convenient access to Highways 87, 85, 280, and 680, making travel throughout Silicon Valley quick and easy. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a home in one of San Jose's most sought-after neighborhoods, where timeless charm, convenience, and community come together.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Office

Bedroom

Features: GroundFloorBedroom, PrimaryBedroomonGroundFloor

Bathroom

Features: ShoweroverTub1, StallShower, Tile

Dining room

Features: DiningArea

Family room

Features: SeparateFamilyRoom

Kitchen

Features: Countertop_Tile

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry: In Garage

Features

Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,558
Total interior livable area: 1,558 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, On Street
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
Exterior features: Back Yard, Barbecue, Fenced
Fencing: Back Yard
Has view: Yes
View description: Mountain(s)

Lot

Size: 8,466 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Garage
Parcel number: 43951023
Zoning: R1-8
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Contemporary
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Foundation: Slab
Roof: Composition

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1948

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: $1,123/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,215,615
Date on market: 7/28/2026
Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
Listing terms: FHA, VALoan, CashorConventionalLoan

Estimated market value

$1,711,100

$1.63M - $1.80M

$5,086/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/29/2026	Listed for sale	$1,750,000+104.7%$1,123/sqft
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5/6/2005	Sold	$855,000+100.7%$549/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/11/1998	Sold	$426,000+42.5%$273/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/26/1996	Sold	$299,000$192/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	--	$1,215,615 +2%
2025	$15,853 +6.3%	$1,191,781 +2%
2024	$14,914 +1.9%	$1,168,414 +2%
2023	$14,640 +0.9%	$1,145,505 +2%
2022	$14,513 +2%	$1,123,045 +2%
2021	$14,229 +2.2%	$1,101,025 +1%
2020	$13,920	$1,089,736 +2%
2019	$13,920 +3.1%	$1,068,370 +2%
2018	$13,499	$1,047,423 +2%
2017	$13,499 +0.8%	$1,026,886 +8%
2016	$13,393 +8.4%	$951,000 +2.3%
2015	$12,352 +8%	$930,000 +6.2%
2014	$11,437	$876,000 +27%
2013	--	$690,000 +23.2%
2012	--	$560,000 -13.6%
2011	--	$648,000 +23.9%
2010	--	$523,000 -28.7%
2009	--	$733,300 -14%
2008	--	$852,800 -4.1%
2007	--	$889,542 +2%
2006	--	$872,100 +78.7%
2005	--	$487,991 +2%
2004	--	$478,423 +1.9%
2003	--	$469,656 +2%
2002	--	$460,448 +2%
2001	--	$451,420

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: Willow Glen

Getting around

72 / 100

Very Walkable

43 / 100

Some Transit

80 / 100

Very Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

9/10
Booksin Elementary School
Grades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
5/10
Willow Glen Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
8/10
Willow Glen High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: BooksinElementary
Middle: WillowGlenMiddle
High: WillowGlenHigh
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.