526 Madera Avenue, San Jose, California 95112, San Jose, 95112 - 2 bed, 1 bath
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San Jose, California 95112
This property presents a Strong Value Opportunity with a List Price of $725,000—positioned well below the $765,705 Fair Market Value by 5%. This valuation gap offers $40,705 in Instant Equity for buyers prepared to address the Condition Rating of 5. Featuring a large 8,131 sq ft lot with significant ADU potential, this Fixer-Upper Asset is ideal for Fix-and-Flip Investors or Contractors seeking a strategic renovation project within the San Jose Unified School District.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 526 Madera Avenue Subject | $725,000* List Price | 2 | 1 | 1,160 | $660 | - |
A 617 N 14th Street Sold | $825,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,066 | $774 | 0.5 mi |
B 380 N 11th St Sold | $835,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,360 | $614 | 0.9 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1920 and over 100 years old, this property lacks essential systems including heating and cooling. The listing explicitly calls for a full renovation, citing the need for new flooring and a complete overhaul of systems, fitting the criteria for a major rehab project.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 8131, living area = 1160.
The expansive 8,131 sq ft lot provides ample space for outdoor living or a potential ADU conversion, offering significant value-add opportunities for investors and developers.
Built in 1920, the home features a solid layout with separate living and dining areas and a rare dual gas/wood-burning fireplace, serving as a unique centerpiece for restoration.
The property currently lacks both heating and cooling systems, necessitating a significant immediate investment to install modern climate control during the renovation process.
Sold in as-is condition with outdated flooring and a need for full-scale updates, the home requires substantial capital and contractor expertise to reach its full market potential.
Calling all contractors and investors! This 1,160 sq ft home in San Jose is priced for someone ready to roll up their sleeves and unlock its full potential. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, this property offers a solid layout with a separate dining area and family room great bones for a strategic renovation or floor plan reconfiguration. Character details include a dual gas-burning and wood-burning fireplace, a rare feature worth preserving or restoring as a centerpiece. Flooring throughout will need updating, offering a blank slate for a buyer with vision. No heating or cooling system is currently in place, presenting an opportunity to install a modern, energy-efficient system as part of a full renovation. A detached one-car garage adds storage and workspace potential during the remodel, with flexibility for future use as a workshop, studio, or ADU conversion (buyer to verify with the city). Located within the desirable San Jose Unified Elementary School District, this home is well-suited for a value-add renovation, flip, or rental repositioning project. Sold as-is bring your contractor and your vision.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.6 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.9 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.4 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 4.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,160 | 1,683.5 |
| Lot Size | 8,131 | 6,300 |
| Price | $725.0K | $1.70M |
| Price per sq ft | $625 | $1000 |
| Built year | 1920 | 1966 |
| HOA | $0 | $160 |
| Days on market | 8 | 35 |
Jul 15, 2026
$725,000
Initial Listing