NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1929 Johnston Ave San Jose, CA 95125

Willow Glen Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,563,000 - $2,932,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,123 Sq Ft
$1,264/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 17, 2021

Last sale price $2,530,000 $1,192 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,484/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Booksin Elementary Rated A-
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

As of June 2021

Custom built in 2016 by Urban Pacific Homes w/ extensive updates in 2018, single-level farmhouse-style 4 bed, 2.5 bath home encompasses stylish finishes & fine craftsmanship. Sophisticated floor plan w/ grand sunlit formal entry, nine-foot ceilings throughout & a spectacular gourmet chefs kitchen w/ huge center island & high-end appliances. Great room includes built-in entertainment center, vaulted ceiling & panoramic stacking doors that lead to an outdoor loggia & entertaining area w/ outdoor heaters, Haiku fan, speakers & skylights. This outdoor space is California living at its best! Artificial grass & mature landscaping in backyard, including avocado & orange trees. Tray ceilings, generously sized bedrooms & owners suite w/ soaking tub and large shower. Huge solar system (owned outright) & an electric vehicle charging outlet in garage. Walking distance to all Willow Glen has to offer including parks, shops restaurants on The Ave" & easy access the freeway. Booksin Elementary!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sydney Ereno

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01468293 Listed on: 05/12/2021

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Co-Listed By

Sean Manning

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01228488

Last Buyer's Agent

Zaid Hanna

Real Estate 38 License #01421581

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $29,279

Year Built

  • 1949

Lot Details

  • 7,196 Sq Ft Lot
  • Kennel or Dog Run
  • Fenced
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,123 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Entertainment System
  • High Ceiling
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry in unit

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Oversized Bathtub in Primary Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,279

Year Built

1949

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Zoning: R1-8
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Craftsman
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2123
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1949

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker, Island, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 2123
  • Stories: 1
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s)

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter And Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Bbq Area, Dog Run / Kennel, Fenced, Low Maintenance, Sprinklers - Auto
  • Fencing: Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Skylight, Video / Audio System, Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • High School: 350

Lot Info

  • Lot Acres: 0.1652
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 7194.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 7194.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Low Flow Toilet, Skylight, Solar Power, Walls Insulated

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2021
Closed on
Jul 6, 2021
Sold by
Bharathi Ajay Karthic B Gopinath and Muthukumar Krithika Sree
Bought by
Bharathi Ajay Karthic B Gopinath and Muthukumar Krithika Sree
Seller's Agent
Sydney Ereno
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Zaid Hanna
Real Estate 38
List Price
$2,098,000
Sold Price
$2,530,000
Premium/Discount to List
$432,000
20.59%
Current Estimated Value
$2,683,081

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$153,081
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.36%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2016
Sold by
Urban Pacific Homes Mt Llc
Bought by
Costello Christopher and Costello Mary F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,250,000
Outstanding Balance
$973,216
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$1,709,865

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 22, 2015
Closed on
Jan 12, 2015
Sold by
Song Edward R and Song Elizabeth S
Bought by
Urban Pacific Homes Mt Llc
Seller's Agent
Mike Gaines
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Joe Pollifrone
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$799,850
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,150
3.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.57%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2010
Sold by
Song Edward R and Song Elizabeth S
Bought by
Song Edward R and Song Elizabeth S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2007
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Co
Bought by
Song Edward R and Song Elizabeth S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 2007
Sold by
Guzman Crystal A
Bought by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Co

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2005
Sold by
Guzman Marco A
Bought by
Guzman Crystal A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,500
Interest Rate
6.07%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2004
Sold by
Prudential Residential Services Lp
Bought by
Garibay Crystal A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$484,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2004
Sold by
Robertson Thomas J and Robertson Stacy
Bought by
Prudential Residential Services Lp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$484,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2001
Sold by
Mccowan Mia and Ohliger Barbara H
Bought by
Robertson Thomas J and Robertson Stacy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$414,400
Interest Rate
6.89%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2000
Sold by
Klinger Michael and Klinger Carolyn
Bought by
Klinger Michael E and Klinger Carolyn Mccowan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 1998
Sold by
Sullivan Vincent N and Sullivan Kia C
Bought by
Mccowan Mia and Klinger Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
7%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 1998
Sold by
Sullivan Vincent N
Bought by
Sullivan Vincent N and Sullivan Kia C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$218,500
Interest Rate
7.05%
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
Bharathi Ajay Karthic B Gopinath -- Old Republic Title Company
Costello Christopher $1,650,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Urban Pacific Homes Mt Llc $825,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Song Edward R -- None Available
Song Edward R $660,000 Lsi Title
Deutsche Bank National Trust Co $550,536 Lsi Title
Guzman Crystal A -- Financial Title Company
Guzman Crystal A -- Financial Title Company
Garibay Crystal A $605,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Prudential Residential Services Lp -- Fidelity National Title Ins
Robertson Thomas J $518,000 North American Title Co
Klinger Michael E -- --
Ohliger Barbara H -- --
Mccowan Mia $370,000 All Cal Title Company
Mccowan Mia -- All Cal Title Company
Sullivan Vincent N -- All Cal Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Costello Christopher $1,250,000
Previous Owner Song Edward R $350,000
Previous Owner Guzman Crystal A $106,500
Previous Owner Guzman Crystal A $568,000
Previous Owner Garibay Crystal A $484,000
Previous Owner Robertson Thomas J $414,400
Previous Owner Mccowan Mia $296,000
Previous Owner Sullivan Vincent N $218,500
Closed Garibay Crystal A $121,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/17/2021 06/17/21 Sold $2,530,000 +20.6% $1,192 / Sq Ft
05/18/2021 05/18/21 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2021 05/12/21 For Sale $2,098,000 +154.3% $988 / Sq Ft
01/22/2015 01/22/15 Sold $825,000 +3.1% $879 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/22/2015 01/22/15 Pending -- -- --
01/22/2015 01/22/15 For Sale $799,850 -- $852 / 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
2025 $29,279 $2,395,000 $1,514,600 $880,400
2024 $29,279 $2,350,000 $1,500,000 $850,000
2023 $28,328 $2,265,000 $1,432,400 $832,600
2022 $31,661 $2,580,600 $1,632,000 $948,600
2021 $22,541 $1,804,514 $1,093,645 $710,869
2020 $22,086 $1,786,012 $1,082,432 $703,580
2019 $21,641 $1,750,993 $1,061,208 $689,785
2018 $21,450 $1,716,660 $1,040,400 $676,260
2017 $21,295 $1,683,000 $1,020,000 $663,000
2016 $10,961 $837,581 $628,135 $209,446
2015 $9,938 $721,317 $655,746 $65,571
2014 $9,426 $707,188 $642,901 $64,287
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Sydney Ereno

    Sereno Group

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Sean Manning

    Sereno Group

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  • Zaid Hanna

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Zaid Hanna

    Real Estate 38

    (408) 515-1613

    25 in this area

    596 Total Sales

    Zaid Hanna
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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Mike Gaines

    Sereno Group

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  • Joe Pollifrone

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Joe Pollifrone

    Sereno Group

    (408) 265-7653

    3 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Joe Pollifrone
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81843461

MLSListings

APN: 439-22-040

California Santa Clara County San Jose 95125 Willow Glen

1929 Johnston Ave, San Jose, CA

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