This is a one-bedroom Victorian apartment in a quiet 1876 San Jose Landmark Building. It is a first-floor apartment with beautiful bay windows, that has been recently restored/renovated.
It has 12-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, 7 foot tall windows with a view of a lovely historic neighborhood. The living room has original hardwood flooring, bay windows that look out to a 3-tiered fountain, a remote controlled ceiling fan, high efficiency heater/fireplace, dual ceiling fans and period sconce and wallpaper.
The bedroom is also custom painted, a large stained glass window, original built-in cabinet, original hardwood floors, and period chandelier.
The kitchen has new custom cabinets, large farm house sink, new gas stove, new refrigerator, new microwave and 5 stage reverse osmosis water filter. There are two stained glass windows which match the stained glass upper cabinet doors, breakfast area, remote controlled skylight and back door and a half bath to the side.
There is also a large walk in closet with 3 rows of upper shelving and additional storage space.
The main bathroom has a pedestal sink, large clawfoot bathtub with a waterfall shower and period correct gravity toilet.
The second bathroom is victorian design with an onyx sink.
This is in a great downtown location 4 blocks from Japan Town, 2 blocks from City Hall, 4 blocks from the light rail station, block to a grocery store and 15 minutes walking to San Pedro Square, St. James Park and other downtown amenities.
There is a common laundry area for all the tenants to use with 2 washers and dryers.
There is a front porch, side garden and large back yard area, vegetable garden, fire pit and barbecue for all the tenants to enjoy. There is also a separate bicycle storage shed. The building has new plumbing, electric, a water softener system, and is earthquake proofed.
WIFI is included, there is a new office level WIFI system in the building and back yard and a professional IT person on call.
The neighborhood is primarily historic homes, well established and quiet. The owner takes care of all the upgrades and repairs. The building is also rent controlled.
If you are interested and respond to this posting I will send you some questions (no personal information) I have and give you the opportunity to ask me any questions. Pleae check your spam folder for a response.
If you would prefer a sheetrock box with low ceilings, all the walls painted white, and no outside useable area then do not respond to this ad.
landlord pays Professional WIFI, water, hot water, garbage, sewer. Tenant pays for electric and gas for their apt. only. No charge for parking or WIFI.
255 N 5th St
San Jose, CA 95112
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
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What's special
Front porchFirst-floor apartmentRemote controlled skylightSide gardenNew refrigeratorVictorian apartmentNew microwave
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Oven
Neighborhood: Downtown
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Nearby schools in San Jose
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Horace Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Muwekma Ohlone MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 5/10San Jose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 255 N 5th St?
255 N 5th St has a walk score of 93, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 255 N 5th St?
255 N 5th St has a transit score of 72, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 255 N 5th St?
The schools assigned to 255 N 5th St include Horace Mann Elementary School, Muwekma Ohlone Middle, and San Jose High School.
What neighborhood is 255 N 5th St in?
255 N 5th St is in the Downtown neighborhood in San Jose, CA.