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870 North 5Th Street, San Jose, CA 95112

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,004 Sq Ft

Welcome home to 870 N. 5th Street! This 2BD/1BA charmer offers 1,004 sqft of living space on an expansive 6,850 sqft lot, in the heart of Japantown. Nestled on a tree-lined street, the home boasts superb curb appeal with its white picket fence, inviting porch, & long private driveway with an electric gate. Inside, enjoy the crisp white interior, gleaming hardwood floors, custom built-ins, elegant light fixtures, & wood window casings. The stunning fireplace adds warmth & character to the home. The eat-in kitchen is a showstopper- featuring a skylight, pantry, & full suite of stainless-steel appliances. The oak cabinetry pairs beautifully with the honed granite counters & colorful tile backsplash. The farm sink, built-in sideboard, & benched seating (with storage) dining nook complete the space. There are 2 spacious bedrooms & a bathroom featuring a shower/tub combo, pedestal sink & beadboard details. Highlights include an indoor laundry space; a tech-ready setup with CAT6 Ethernet cabling & built-in WiFi AP's; & a large backyard oasis featuring an array of mature fruit trees, pergola seating area, raised planter beds, & a detached 2-car garage. Centrally located near parks, dining, Downtown SJ, SJ Int'l Airport, major tech campuses & highways 880/87.

  • MLS# ML82003826
  • Date Listed06/28/2025
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1 Full baths
  • Lot Size 0.16 acres (6,852 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Santa Clara
  • Year Built 1938
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 1,004 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $1292.83

Interior Features

  • Flooring Hardwood
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas, Central

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Composition
  • Lot Size Acres 0.16
  • Lot Size SQFT 6,851.99
  • Lot Features -

Financial Considerations


Nearby Schools

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Sales & Tax History

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Population & Environment

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Walkability in CA / 95112

Source: Walkscore

81/100

Very Walkable

Walk Score ®

57/100

Good Transit

Transit Score ®

91/100

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score ®

Overview

Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.

Transit Summary

10 nearby routes: 5 bus, 5 rail, 0 other


Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 61/100, Transit Score: 46/100, Bike Score: 71/100.

Property Change History

Property Heating updated
Forced AirForced Air, Natural Gas, Central
List Price decreased from $1,350,000 to $1,298,000
Price Per Square Foot decreased from $1,344.62 to $1,292.83
Agent added 6 new photos to the listing
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Frequently Asked Questions for 870 North 5th Street

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870 North 5th Street, SAN JOSE, CA 95112 is a Single Family 1,004 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 63 photos available of this 2 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $1,298,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 63 photos of 870 North 5th Street.

Our records indicate that 870 North 5th Street was built in 1938.

The full address for this home is 870 North 5th Street, SAN JOSE, CA 95112.

870 North 5th Street has been listed on Realty.com since Sat June 28, 2025

Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 61/100, Transit Score: 46/100, Bike Score: 71/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 870 North 5th Street. Gardner Academy (Grades: PK - 5), Herbert Hoover Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Abraham Lincoln High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Compass (tel: 408-427-8963)
Listing agent: Joey Portale (#01800376)

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