161 Melrose Ave San Jose, CA 95116
Checkers NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,641/month
Highlights
- Neighborhood Views
- Bay Window
- Laundry Room
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Tile Countertops
- 3-minute walk to Plata Arroyo Park
About This Home
Located in San Jose, this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers 1,168 sq ft of living space on a 5,250 sq ft lot. The kitchen features tile countertops, a gas oven range, hood over range, garbage disposal, and a skylight, providing natural light. Tile flooring in kitchen; vinyl/linoleum flooring throughout remainder. The living room includes a fireplace, and heating is provided by a wall furnace. A ceiling fan helps with cooling. The separate family room includes a dining area, and a bay window adds character. There is a 2-car detached garage, and the home is equipped with on-grid solar power. This property is located within the San Jose Unified elementary school district.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Lot Details
- 5,249 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Zoning described as R2
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,168 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Bay Window
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Family or Dining Combination
- Neighborhood Views
- Crawl Space
- Monitored
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Range Hood
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- Wall Furnace
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 481-11-050
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,319 | $242,037 | $93,808 | $148,229 |
| 2024 | $4,319 | $237,292 | $91,969 | $145,323 |
| 2023 | $4,202 | $232,640 | $90,166 | $142,474 |
| 2022 | $4,158 | $228,080 | $88,399 | $139,681 |
| 2021 | $4,025 | $223,609 | $86,666 | $136,943 |
| 2020 | $3,896 | $221,317 | $85,778 | $135,539 |
| 2019 | $3,791 | $216,979 | $84,097 | $132,882 |
| 2018 | $3,735 | $212,726 | $82,449 | $130,277 |
| 2017 | $3,692 | $208,556 | $80,833 | $127,723 |
| 2016 | $3,549 | $204,468 | $79,249 | $125,219 |
| 2015 | $4,534 | $201,398 | $78,059 | $123,339 |
| 2014 | $3,949 | $197,453 | $76,530 | $120,923 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2026 05/12/26 | For Sale | $975,000 | +9.2% | $835 / Sq Ft |
| 03/18/2026 03/18/26 | Off Market | $892,762 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $464,800 | New Conventional |
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82039207
APN: 481-11-050
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