16021 Alta Vista Way San Jose, CA 95127
East Foothills Neighborhood
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,981
Sq Ft
0.53
Acres
Highlights
- Bay View
- 0.53 Acre Lot
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Contemporary Architecture
- Marble Flooring
About This Home
As of April 2025Perfectly perched in the exclusive Highlands Hillside neighborhood above the prestigious San Jose Country Club, this luxurious five bedroom home offers ineffable west facing Bay Area views, warm sunsets, and world class ambience. Set on a sprawling half acre, potential for a subdivision, an ADU, and your own private orchard/vineyard. This exquisitely remodeled home blends classic charm with modern convenience, featuring a designer chef's kitchen, a luxurious primary suite, and elegant formal living/dining spaces ideal for entertaining year round. A spacious open covered balcony provides an idyllic indoor-outdoor living experience with world class views. The professionally landscaped grounds boast a rich substantial orchard, a variety of specimen fruit trees and shrubs, low maintenance drought-tolerant plants, low voltage up lighting, a secure gated entrance with long private driveway, ample guest parking, and an EV-equipped garage. Located in the County within footsteps to the sprawling Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve and minutes from major highway corridors, this home offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and stunning scenery. Not to miss!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #01053691 Listed on: 02/13/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,856
Year Built
- Built in 1937
Lot Details
- 0.53 Acre Lot
- East Facing Home
- Gated Home
- Lot Sloped Down
- Mostly Level
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as R1-10
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Bay
- City Lights
- Golf Course
- Mountain
- Hills
- Valley
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,981 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Marble
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Marble Bathroom Countertops
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Sinks
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Security Lights
- Alarm System
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 612-03-011
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 13, 2025
Closed on
Mar 27, 2025
Sold by
Sayre Batton-Thomas Living Trust and Batton Susan Sayre
Bought by
Smith Jeffrey and Smith Jennifer
Seller's Agent
William Gorman
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Pam Rodgers
Intero Real Estate Services
List Price
$2,688,000
Sold Price
$2,475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$213,000
-7.92%
Views
360
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$38,914
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.69%
Original Mortgage
$1,980,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,980,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$439,063
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 14, 2021
Sold by
Thomas Maja C and Batton Susan S
Bought by
Batton Susan Sayre and Thomas Maja Carolin
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 2018
Sold by
Alongi Patti Ann and Palmer George F
Bought by
Thamas Maja C and Batton Susan S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,348,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 2014
Sold by
Alongi Patti Ann and Palmer George F
Bought by
The Palmer & Alongi Family 2014 Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 22, 2008
Sold by
Palmer George and Alongi Patti
Bought by
Alongi Patti Ann and Palmer George F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$719,999
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 2000
Sold by
Gustke Robert K Trustee
Bought by
Palmer George and Alongi Patti
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$815,500
Interest Rate
7.66%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 21, 1998
Sold by
Gustke Robert K
Bought by
Gustke Robert K
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $2,475,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $1,735,000 | Cornerstone Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Individual Deed | $1,165,000 | North American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,980,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,294,665 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,335,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,348,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $663,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $177,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $702,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $719,999 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $98,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $788,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $815,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $550,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/11/2025 04/11/25 | Sold | $2,475,000 | -1.0% | $830 / Sq Ft |
| 03/13/2025 03/13/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | Price Changed | $2,499,888 | -7.0% | $839 / Sq Ft |
| 02/13/2025 02/13/25 | For Sale | $2,688,000 | -- | $902 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,856 | $1,935,421 | $1,338,621 | $596,800 |
| 2023 | $25,856 | $1,897,473 | $1,312,374 | $585,099 |
| 2022 | $24,851 | $1,860,269 | $1,286,642 | $573,627 |
| 2021 | $23,985 | $1,823,794 | $1,261,414 | $562,380 |
| 2020 | $23,734 | $1,805,094 | $1,248,480 | $556,614 |
| 2019 | $23,086 | $1,769,700 | $1,224,000 | $545,700 |
| 2018 | $20,619 | $1,542,822 | $595,937 | $946,885 |
| 2017 | $20,778 | $1,512,571 | $584,252 | $928,319 |
| 2016 | $19,567 | $1,482,914 | $572,797 | $910,117 |
| 2015 | $14,378 | $1,050,000 | $380,000 | $670,000 |
| 2014 | $11,680 | $850,000 | $340,000 | $510,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
William Gorman
Coldwell Banker Realty
(408) 872-3555
1 in this area
95 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Drew Reid
Coldwell Banker Realty
(408) 515-1362
1 in this area
36 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Pam Rodgers
Intero Real Estate Services
(408) 621-5646
6 in this area
60 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81993709
APN: 612-03-011
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