$1,198,000
SOLD FEB 21, 2025

97 Birch Ln San Jose, CA 95127

Alum Rock Neighborhood
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,174 Sq Ft
8,102 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,020 Per Sq Ft

20% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Neighborhood Views
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Shed
  • Fenced

About This Home

As of February 2025

Bring your contractors and architect to explore the endless possibilities at this prime property! This spacious lot is an ideal candidate for SB9 development, allowing for lot subdivision without the need to demolish the existing home. The owner also has a single-family plan of a 4000 sf house. You choose what you want to do. Unlock its full potential and capitalize on this incredible opportunity to create additional units or customize to your needs. Dont miss out on this unique investment chance!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mona Wang

Mona Wang, Broker License #02097097 Listed on: 01/15/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Zhang

KW Advisors License #02025496

KW Advisors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,118

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Lot Details

  • 8,102 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,174 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Laundry in Garage

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Additional Features

  • Shed
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 484-19-050

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,118

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Ranch
  • Age: 79
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1174
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas
  • Living Sq Ft: 1174
  • Stories: 1
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Shower over Tub - 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Storage Shed / Structure, Low Maintenance
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, On Street, Room for Oversized Vehicle

Utilities

  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Schools

  • School District: East Side Union High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 484-19-050
  • Lot Acres: 0.1860
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 8100.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 8100.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: East Side Union High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 15, 2025
Closed on
Feb 14, 2025
Sold by
Li Deyu
Bought by
Wisfa One Z and Zhu Chaogang
Seller's Agent
Mona Wang
Mona Wang, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Zhang
KW Advisors
List Price
$999,999
Sold Price
$1,198,000
Premium/Discount to List
$198,001
19.8%
Views
34
Current Estimated Value
$1,138,297

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$59,703
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-13.89%
Original Mortgage
$958,400
Outstanding Balance
$956,900
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$169,849

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 10, 2024
Closed on
Dec 11, 2024
Sold by
Gamez Stella and Garcia Stella
Bought by
Li Deyu
Seller's Agent
Susan Boerner
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Mona Wang
Mona Wang, Broker
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$1,022,000
Premium/Discount to List
$23,000
2.3%
Views
60

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$817,600
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,198,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed $1,022,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $1,022,000 Fidelity National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $958,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $817,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/21/2025 02/21/25 Sold $1,198,000 +19.8% $1,020 / Sq Ft
01/22/2025 01/22/25 Pending -- -- --
01/15/2025 01/15/25 For Sale $999,999 -2.2% $852 / Sq Ft
12/16/2024 12/16/24 Sold $1,022,000 +2.3% $871 / Sq Ft
11/16/2024 11/16/24 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2024 10/10/24 For Sale $999,000 -- $851 / 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 $3,118 $63,354 $23,975 $39,379
2023 $3,118 $62,112 $23,505 $38,607
2022 $2,930 $60,895 $23,045 $37,850
2021 $2,769 $59,702 $22,594 $37,108
2020 $2,590 $59,091 $22,363 $36,728
2019 $2,474 $57,933 $21,925 $36,008
2018 $2,401 $56,798 $21,496 $35,302
2017 $2,360 $55,685 $21,075 $34,610
2016 $2,245 $54,594 $20,662 $33,932
2015 $2,217 $53,775 $20,352 $33,423
2014 $1,407 $52,723 $19,954 $32,769
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mona Wang

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Mona Wang

    Mona Wang, Broker

    (646) 623-7752

    5 in this area

    57 Total Sales

    Mona Wang
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  • Jennifer Zhang

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Jennifer Zhang

    KW Advisors

    (650) 867-1128

    2 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Jennifer Zhang
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  • Susan Boerner

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Susan Boerner

    Compass

    (408) 921-7619

    2 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Susan Boerner
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81990579

MLSListings

APN: 484-19-050

California Santa Clara County San Jose 95127 Alum Rock

97 Birch Ln, San Jose, CA

This home is located at 97 Birch Ln, San Jose, CA 95127 and is currently priced at $1,198,000, approximately $1,020 per square foot. This property was built in 1946. 97 Birch Ln is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Russo / McEntee Academy, William Sheppard Middle School, and James Lick High School.

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