NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1685 University Ave San Jose, CA 95126

Rose Garden Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,457,000 - $2,652,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,278 Sq Ft
$1,134/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 23, 2018

Last sale price $1,900,000 $834 Per Sq Ft

Est. 36% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,382/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Bonus Room
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops
  • 4-minute walk to San Jose Municipal Rose Garden

About This Home

As of October 2018

Rare classic home in the prestigious Rose Garden neighborhood near the coveted "Y" intersection of the University's. Beautifully updated indoor and outdoor living spaces that blend with the original charm and character. Features include a spacious living room with cozy gas-log fireplace and french doors to the rear yard, a formal dining room, a remodeled gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counters plus a main level office/bedroom. Other highlights include a luxurious Master suite and a 330+/- sq. ft. basement with generous built-in storage, ideal as a hobby space and wine cellar. Detached 450+/- sq. ft. cottage/game room and full bathroom offers a fantastic space for entertaining or guests. Gated driveway, soothing fountain/pond & covered patio help in the enjoyment the outdoor space with your own majestic redwood. Great commute location, convenient to Zanotto's Family Market, Santana Row/Valley Fair, schools & proposed new Google Campus.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kim Richman

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01076556 Listed on: 09/20/2018

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Liz Williams

Compass License #01489638

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,430

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 8,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • East Facing Home
  • Gated Home
  • Sprinkler System
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R1-8

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Electric Gate
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,278 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Built-In Barbecue

Additional Homes

  • 450 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Satellite Dish

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 274-24-005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,430

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Traditional
  • Age: 79
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Second Res Apx Sq Ft: 450
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2278
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Zoning Description: R1-8
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Built-in BBQ Grill, Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Garbage Disposal, Island, Microwave, Oven - Electric, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 2278
  • Stories: 2
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Finished, Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Crawl Space
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Gate
  • Property Faces: East
  • Construction Type: Brick, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Electric Gate, Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Bay Window

Schools

  • School District: San Jose Unified
  • Elementary School: Merritt Trace Elementary
  • Middle School: Herbert Hoover Middle
  • High School: Abraham Lincoln High
  • High School: 347
  • Elementary School: 381
  • Middle School: 340

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 274-24-005
  • Lot Acres: 0.1859
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 8098.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 8098.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: San Jose Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Merritt Trace Elementary
  • High School Text: Abraham Lincoln High
  • Middle School Text: Herbert Hoover Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 20, 2018
Closed on
Oct 1, 2018
Sold by
Loller William C and Loller Stephanie
Bought by
Clouse Adam E and Clouse Maren J
Seller's Agent
Kim Richman
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Liz Williams
Compass
List Price
$1,849,000
Sold Price
$1,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
2.76%
Current Estimated Value
$2,582,455

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$682,455
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.62%
Original Mortgage
$1,520,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,336,352
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,246,103

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2004
Sold by
Imsen Patricia and Bacon Gary
Bought by
Loller William C and Loller Stephanie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$992,000
Interest Rate
5.97%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Clouse Adam E $1,900,000 Stewart Title Of California
Loller William C $1,240,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Clouse Adam E $600,000
Closed Clouse Adam E $840,000
Open Clouse Adam E $1,520,000
Previous Owner Loller Ii William C $135,200
Previous Owner Loller William C $908,000
Previous Owner Loller William C $950,000
Previous Owner Loller Stephanie $984,000
Previous Owner Loller William C $992,000
Closed Loller William C $124,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/23/2018 10/23/18 Sold $1,900,000 +2.8% $834 / Sq Ft
10/04/2018 10/04/18 Pending -- -- --
09/20/2018 09/20/18 For Sale $1,849,000 -- $812 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $25,430 $2,077,923 $1,203,008 $874,915
2023 $25,002 $2,037,180 $1,179,420 $857,760
2022 $24,788 $1,997,237 $1,156,295 $840,942
2021 $24,358 $1,958,076 $1,133,623 $824,453
2020 $23,594 $1,938,000 $1,122,000 $816,000
2019 $23,829 $1,900,000 $1,100,000 $800,000
2018 $19,945 $1,559,117 $980,050 $579,067
2017 $18,834 $1,448,600 $910,500 $538,100
2016 $17,480 $1,329,000 $835,400 $493,600
2015 $15,260 $1,136,000 $714,100 $421,900
2014 $13,798 $1,066,000 $670,100 $395,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Kim Richman

    Sereno Group

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  • L

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Liz Williams

    Compass

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81724523

MLSListings

APN: 274-24-005

California Santa Clara County San Jose 95126 Rose Garden

1685 University Ave, San Jose, CA

This home is located at 1685 University Ave, San Jose, CA 95126 since 20 September 2018 and is currently estimated at $2,582,455, approximately $1,133 per square foot. This property was built in 1939. 1685 University Ave is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Merritt Trace Elementary, Herbert Hoover Middle School, and Abraham Lincoln High.

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