677 Elm St San Jose, CA 95126
Garden Alameda NeighborhoodHighlights
- Greenhouse
- View of Trees or Woods
- Property is near public transit
- Art Studio
- Deck
- Secluded Lot
About This Home
Privacy Plus. Wake up to beauty. The mature Redwoods and Cypress trees wrapping around the home creates your own private forest in the heart of the city. .This is an artistic beautiful unique home with cedar and mahogany wood panelling, expensive decorative moulding, sunrooms, and numerous large windows providing illumination with natural light (and making you feel one with nature). Located in the heart of Silicon Valley in sought-after College Park, on the edge of the Rosegarden. Surrounded by flowering plants, vines, and trees, including cypress, pine and plum, this unique home is walking distance to trendy restaurants and stores including Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Sprouts, and Target; as well as the Rose Garden, Rose Garden library, and Rosicrucian Museum—all just minutes walking distance. And all major freeways are just three minutes away! And then there is the SAP Center, San Jose Diridon Station, Santana Row, San Jose State University and Santa Clara University and downtown San Jose which are less than 5 minutes distant. This property has arguably one of the Best Locations in Silicon Valley.
Listing Agent
Listed Simply Brokerage Phone: 800-995-5879 License #01948642 Listed on: 02/13/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1912 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 3,920 Sq Ft Lot
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Redwood Fence
- Secluded Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Level Lot
- Private Yard
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned R2
Parking
- 1 Open Parking Space
- 1 Car Garage
- Carport
- Parking Available
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Permanent Foundation
- Raised Foundation
- Block Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Wood Siding
- Lap Siding
- Redwood Siding
- Hardboard
- Plaster
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- 817 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Skylights
- Track Lighting
- Double Pane Windows
- Stained Glass
- Bay Window
- Garden Windows
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Art Studio
- Storage
- Views of Woods
- Attic
- Basement
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Gas Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Gas Cooktop
- Utility Sink
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
- Greenhouse
- Gazebo
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Suburban Location
Schools
- Hoover Elementary And Middle School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Central Heating
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Wall Furnace
- Hot Water Heating System
- 220 Volts in Garage
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- High-Efficiency Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
- Private Sewer
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 1 / 2
- Assessor Parcel Number 26108030
- $1,439 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Foothills
Amenities
- Outdoor Cooking Area
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Park
- Dog Park
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Security
- Controlled Access
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $3,676 | $199,100 | $99,550 | $99,550 |
| 2024 | $3,676 | $195,198 | $97,599 | $97,599 |
| 2023 | $3,566 | $191,372 | $95,686 | $95,686 |
| 2022 | $3,533 | $187,620 | $93,810 | $93,810 |
| 2021 | $3,407 | $183,942 | $91,971 | $91,971 |
| 2020 | $3,357 | $182,056 | $91,028 | $91,028 |
| 2019 | $3,206 | $178,488 | $89,244 | $89,244 |
| 2018 | $3,290 | $174,990 | $87,495 | $87,495 |
| 2017 | $3,250 | $171,560 | $85,780 | $85,780 |
| 2016 | $3,109 | $168,198 | $84,099 | $84,099 |
| 2015 | $3,075 | $165,672 | $82,836 | $82,836 |
| 2014 | $2,656 | $162,428 | $81,214 | $81,214 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/25/2026 03/25/26 | Price Changed | $798,000 | -7.1% | $977 / Sq Ft |
| 02/24/2026 02/24/26 | Price Changed | $859,000 | -4.3% | $1,051 / Sq Ft |
| 02/13/2026 02/13/26 | For Sale | $898,000 | -- | $1,099 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: SW26033743
APN: 261-08-030
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