Step into historic neighborhood charm with this fully updated, move-in ready home. The interior shines with abundant natural light, anchored by a bright chef’s kitchen featuring a unique garden window, quartzite counters, vintage-style tile, new stainless-steel appliances, and under-cabinet lighting. The newly remodeled bathroom seamlessly blends classic elegance and modern luxury with hexagonal floor tile, crisp wainscoting, and a striking wallpapered accent wall. Climate control is effortless with a multi-zone mini-split system, while durable vinyl plank floors bring a warm, wood-grain finish throughout. Outside, a freshly painted exterior, garage, and picket fence frame your private oasis. A magnificent oak tree provides shade over the spacious yard, an entertaining patio, and a detached garage. Conveniently located on a quiet street, walk to historic Japantown for wonderful restaurants, local markets, and cultural festivals. Minutes from downtown San Jose with easy freeway access, this property offers an unmatched Silicon Valley lifestyle and convenience. Zoned R2.
Property Details
Price:
$948,000
MLS #:
ML82061853
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
699notdefined
Listed Date:
Sep 18, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
851
Lot Size:
5,750 sqft / 0.13 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1924
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Schools
School District:
San Jose Unified
Elementary School:
Grant
High School:
San Jose Academy
Interior
Appliances
DW, GD, MW, RF, HOD, VEF
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Flooring
TILE, CARP
Heating
ELC
Laundry Features
GAS, DINC, WINC
Exterior
Common Walls
NCW
Construction Materials
STC
Fencing
WD
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Roof
CMP, SHN
Window Features
GW
Financial
Map
Community
- Address542 N 12th ST San Jose CA
- CitySan Jose
- CountySanta Clara
- Zip Code95112
Subdivisions in San Jose
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in San Jose as of Oct 07, 2026
1,173
Single Family Listed
54
Avg DOM
844
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,543,376
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 542 N 12th ST San Jose CA is a Single Family for sale in San Jose, CA, 95112. It is listed for $948,000 and features 2 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 851 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1924. The current price per square foot is $1,114. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in San Jose is $844. The average listing price for Single Family in San Jose is $1,543,376.
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