656 Palm Haven Avenue, San Jose, California 95125, San Jose, 95125 - 4 bed, 3 bath
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San Jose, California 95125
This Historic Palm Haven Residence is a premier lifestyle asset, listed at $2,999,950—positioned well below the $3,059,044 Fair Market Value by 1%. This valuation gap offers $59,094 in Instant Equity for the incoming buyer. Boasting a Mint Condition Rating, the 1922 home features a chef's kitchen with Viking appliances, a finished basement with wine storage, and an exceptional covered heated deck overlooking heritage palms. Located in a prestigious residence park near Willow Glen High School, it perfectly balances vintage charm with modern luxury. This is an ideal sanctuary for Luxury Homeowners or Owner-Occupants.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 656 Palm Haven Avenue Subject | $2,999,950* List Price | 4 | 3 | 2,686 | $1,139 | - |
A 543 Minnesota Avenue Sold | $2,350,000 | 6 | 5 | 2,535 | $927 | 0.7 mi |
B 1232 Delmas Avenue Sold | $3,050,000 | 4 | 3 | 3,368 | $906 | 0.5 mi |
C 1248 Camino Pablo Sold | $2,909,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,415 | $1,205 | 0.9 mi |
D 1248 Camino Pablo Sold | $2,909,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,415 | $1,205 | 0.9 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
Although built in 1922, the property has been extensively updated and is in mint condition. It features a modern chef's kitchen with high-end Viking appliances and stone counters, updated systems including a covered deck with integrated heaters and sound, and high-quality finishes like tray ceilings and recessed lighting throughout.
This 1922 residence in the iconic Palm Haven community perfectly blends vintage character with high-end updates, featuring Viking appliances, natural stone counters, and a finished basement with wine storage.
The home boasts an exceptional covered deck equipped with heaters, fans, and a sound system, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow ideal for year-round entertaining in the California climate.
Situated in a historic residence park, the property offers a rare and scenic outlook over a signature greenbelt framed by soaring heritage palms, providing a unique sense of place and privacy.
The immediate assigned public schools, such as Gardner Elementary and Herbert Hoover Middle, have lower ratings (4 and 3 respectively), which may be a concern for education-focused buyers at this price point.
Despite extensive updates, a home built in 1922 may present inherent challenges related to aging infrastructure and structural limitations common to historic properties.
Situated in the heart of historic Palm Haven, San Jose's iconic 1913 residence park community in Willow Glen. This exceptional home overlooks the signature greenbelt framed by soaring heritage palms. Extensively updated while preserving its vintage character, the home features warm hardwood floors, custom solid wood doors, vintage hardware, and period-inspired tilework. A formal entry with mosaic tile leads to a grand dining room with French doors opening to a charming side deck. The living room showcases a classic tile fireplace, complemented by a private study and main-level bedroom with adjacent bath. The chefs kitchen with high-end Viking appliances, natural stone counters, and center island flows seamlessly into the family room and out to a remarkable covered deck with heaters, fans, sound system, and custom drapes; ideal for year-round entertaining. Upstairs offers spacious bedrooms including a serene primary suite. Finished basement with wine storage.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.1 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.1 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 | 57% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 | 56% |
| Square foot | 2,686 | 1,762 | 79% |
| Lot Size | 8,220 | 6,634 | 75% |
| Price | $3.00M | $2.00M | 82% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $1.1K | 44% |
| Built year | 1922 | 1953 | 5% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 5 | 92 | 1% |
Apr 17, 2026
$2,999,950
Initial Listing
Jul 23, 2009
$1,300,000
Public Record
Nov 3, 2006
$805,000
Public Record