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  • $950,000

    473 N 20th St, San Jose, CA 95112

    2beds
    840sqft
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    $6,314/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1949
    5,500 Square Feet Lot
    $920,700 Zestimate®
    $1,131/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    A beautifully updated home with a generous lot and exceptional possibilities in the heart of San Jose! This move-in-ready 2-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a spacious 5,500SF lot in an established North Central San Jose neighborhood with pride of ownership. Approximately 840SF of living space (per Realist), thoughtfully updated throughout with a fresh, modern interior, stylish kitchen, quality finishes, custom details, and two remodeled bathrooms with walk-in showers. Energy-efficient features include dual-pane vinyl windows, a 3.9kW Tesla solar PV system, and tankless water heater. Newer composition roof. Front and back yards feature mature landscaping, lush lawns, and a spacious paver patio for outdoor living and entertaining. The oversized 528SF detached two-car garage and driveway provide exceptional flexibility for parking, RV, boat, workshop, gym, or studio. Outstanding ADU potential (buyer to verify). Ideally located near vibrant Japantown, Downtown San Jose, SJSU, shopping, dining, entertainment, major Silicon Valley employment centers, and convenient commuter routes.
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    Listed by:

    Bill Taylor 01128319 408-888-8058,

    Montalvo Realty 408-867-7272

    Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82054877MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Bathroom
      • Features: Granite, StallShower, Tile
      Dining room
      • Features: EatinKitchen
      Family room
      • Features: NoFamilyRoom
      Kitchen
      • Features: Countertop_Granite
      Heating
      • Central Forced Air
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
      Features
      • Flooring: Laminate, Wood
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 840
      • Total interior livable area: 840 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Carport, On Street
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Carport spaces: 2
      • Covered spaces: 4
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Fencing: Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 5,500 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 24961022
      • Zoning: R1-8
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Composition, Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1949

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: IndividualGasMeters
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Water Public, Solar

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: San Jose

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,131/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $824,237
      • Date on market: 8/13/2026
      • Listing agreement: ExclusiveAgency

        Estimated market value

        $920,700

        $875,000 - $967,000

        $3,470/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/13/2026Listed for sale$950,000+28.6%$1,131/sqft
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        3/31/2025Listing removed$3,800$5/sqft
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        2/27/2025Price change$3,800-5%$5/sqft
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        2/19/2025Price change$4,000-5.9%$5/sqft
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        2/12/2025Price change$4,250-5.6%$5/sqft
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        2/4/2025Listed for rent$4,500+12.5%$5/sqft
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        9/13/2024Listing removed$4,000$5/sqft
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        9/9/2024Listed for rent$4,000$5/sqft
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        8/16/2024Listing removed--
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        7/23/2024Listed for rent$4,000$5/sqft
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        12/9/2019Sold$739,000-1.3%$880/sqft
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        11/7/2019Pending sale$748,888$892/sqft
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        10/24/2019Listed for sale$748,888$892/sqft
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        10/18/2019Pending sale$748,888$892/sqft
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        10/2/2019Listed for sale$748,888+7%$892/sqft
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        8/30/2018Listing removed$699,888$833/sqft
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        8/30/2018Listed for sale$699,888$833/sqft
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        7/28/2018Pending sale$699,888$833/sqft
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        7/18/2018Listed for sale$699,888+448.9%$833/sqft
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        8/29/2017Sold$127,500-49%$152/sqft
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        1/11/2013Sold$250,000-53.7%$298/sqft
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        5/1/2006Sold$540,000$643/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $824,237 +2%
        2025$11,303 +5.9%$808,077 +2%
        2024$10,678 +2%$792,234 +2%
        2023$10,467 +0.9%$776,701 +2%
        2022$10,378 +2.2%$761,472 +2%
        2021$10,156 +2.4%$746,542 +1%
        2020$9,918 $738,888 +14.9%
        2019$9,918 +14.5%$643,002 +2%
        2018$8,662 $630,395 +56.4%
        2017$8,662 +43.9%$403,192 +2%
        2016$6,019 -11.5%$395,287 +1.5%
        2015$6,800 +26.4%$389,351 +2%
        2014$5,381 $381,725 +52.8%
        2013-- $249,750 -33.2%
        2012-- $374,000 +0.3%
        2011-- $373,000 +8.1%
        2010-- $345,000 -15.6%
        2009-- $408,700 -25%
        2008-- $545,000 +1%
        2007-- $539,700 +129.1%
        2006-- $235,583 +2%
        2005-- $230,965 +2%
        2004-- $226,437 +1.9%
        2003-- $222,288 +2%
        2002-- $217,930 +2%
        2001-- $213,658
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Downtown

        Getting around

        58 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        52 / 100
        Good Transit
        86 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • District: SanJoseUnified

        Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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