1973 Bird Avenue, San Jose, California 95125, San Jose, 95125 - bed, bath
1973 Bird Avenue
San Jose, California 95125
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 1973 Bird Avenue, San Jose, California 95125 is currently available with a list price of $1,990,000. The property maintains a Good Condition Rating (78/100), reflecting solid structural condition with well-maintained systems. The property presents an attractive opportunity for buyers seeking a move-in ready home. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the San Jose Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is move-in ready.
The property is in move-in ready condition, having undergone a full remodel in 2013. It features modern interior finishes such as granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring, and recessed lighting. Major systems are well-maintained and within their functional lifespan, with significant recent upgrades including central AC (2021) and new water heaters (2024/2025).
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Prime Location & Top Schools
Situated in the highly sought-after Willow Glen neighborhood with access to the acclaimed Booksin Elementary School, ensuring strong long-term appreciation and high tenant demand.
- Turnkey Condition & Recent Upgrades
The property features extensive 2013 remodels and recent mechanical upgrades, including 2021 central AC and 2024/2025 water heaters, significantly reducing immediate capital expenditure for a new owner.
- Superior Privacy Layout
The side-by-side units share only garage walls and offer private, dedicated yard spaces, providing a quiet, single-family home feel that commands premium rental rates.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Tenant Occupancy Restrictions
The property is fully leased and tenant-occupied, which limits immediate flexibility for owner-occupiers and requires strict coordination for inspections and viewings.
- Aging Core Structure
Despite modern interior updates, the original 1952 construction may necessitate future maintenance of legacy infrastructure typical of mid-century builds.
About 1973 Bird Avenue
1973-1975 BIRD AV IS A WONDERFUL INVESTMENT FOR A REAL ESTATE INVESTOR OR END USER; FULLY REMODELED SIDE BY SIDE DUPLEX IN WILLOW GLEN WITH BOOKSIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. THESE SIDE BY SIDE UNITS WERE COMPLETELY REMODELED IN 2013 AND ARE IDEALLY LAID OUT, SEPARATED ONLY BY THE ENCLOSED GARAGES (THE ONLY WALL THEY SHARE IS THE GARAGE WALLS); THEY ARE EXTREMELY QUIET WITH VERY LITTLE NOISE TRANSFERENCE. EACH UNIT IS A ROOMY 3 BEDROOMS, WITH 2 FULL BATHROOMS, HARDWOOD FLOORING, RECESSED LIGHTING, GRANITE COUNTERS AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. EACH UNIT ALSO HAS THEIR OWN OVERSIZED LAUNDRY ROOM WITH NEWER WASHER & DRYER AND ADD'T STORAGE. EACH UNIT ALSO HAS THEIR OWN PRIVATE AND DEDICATED YARD SPACE, PATIOS WITH GRASSY AREA, PERFECT FOR PETS, KIDS, OR JUST RELAXING MORNING, NOON OR EVENING. BOTH UNITS HAVE CENTRAL AC (2021) AND NEWER WATER HEATERS FROM 2024 & 2025. APPROX ONLY 1.2 MILES TO VIBRANT DOWNTOWN WILLOW GLEN. EASY COMMUTER LOCATION WITH EASY ACCESS TO ALMADEN EXPRESSWAY, HIGHWAYS 87, 280, 680, 17 & 85. EASY COMMUTE TO DOWNTOWN SAN JOSE, SJC, GOOGLE, EBAY, LOS GATOS, NETFLIX, VALLEY FAIR AND MORE! THIS BLDG IS FULLY LEASED TENANT OCCUPIED, PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS. ACCLAIMED BOOKSIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. EXCELLENT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY IN PRIME SILICON VALLEY LOCATION!
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Duplex
- Year Built
- 1952
- Lot Size
- 7,375 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- -
- Total Bathrooms
- -
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
San Jose Unified Schools
Ernesto Galarza Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Booksin Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 1.5 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | - | - | 50% |
| Baths | - | - | 50% |
| Square foot | 2,182 | 1,893 | 50% |
| Lot Size | 7,375 | 8,202.5 | 50% |
| Price | $1.99M | $1.70M | 50% |
| Price per sq ft | $912 | $892 | 50% |
| Built year | 1952 | 1953 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 22 | 83 | 50% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Feb 13, 2026
$1,990,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Mar 2, 2012
$533,000
Public Record
Sold
May 31, 2000
$535,000
Public Record