670 S 15th Street, San Jose, California 95112, San Jose, 95112 - 6 bed, 3 bath
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670 S 15th Street
San Jose, California 95112
ACTIVE
CONDITION: POOR
6Beds
3Baths
2,815Sq Ft
10,500Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$1,399,000
SUMMARY
CONTRACTORS SPECIAL! Bring your vision to this 1923 Spanish Revival home, proudly owned by the same family for 103 years. Rich in character and ready for restoration, this home offers a rare opportunity to revive its original elegance while creating comfortable modern amenities for living in the 21st century. High coffered ceilings, a spacious, light-filled living room, a decorative tile fireplace, and solid oak flooring ready for refinishing provide an exceptional starting point. Set on nearly a quarter-acre lot, the property offers ample room to reimagine the layout and enjoy a generous backyard. Explore the possibilities of adding an ADU, replacing the existing addition with a family room and primary suite, and rebuilding the garage. Bring your designer, contractor, and imagination to unlock the potential of this distinctive home. With its architectural charm and expansive lot, this is an opportunity to create something special for the next century.
Condition Analysis
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Poor
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Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1923 and marketed as a 'Contractor's Special,' this property has not been renovated in over 50 years. Images show significant wear including peeling wallpaper, damaged ceilings, and severely outdated kitchen and bath facilities that require a full gut rehabilitation.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Architectural Character
This 1923 Spanish Revival home retains its original elegance with high coffered ceilings, solid oak flooring, and a decorative tile fireplace, providing a rare and authentic foundation for a high-end restoration.
- Expansive Lot & Development Potential
The nearly quarter-acre (10,500 sqft) lot is exceptionally large for the area, offering significant opportunities for a detached ADU, home expansion, or a custom-designed outdoor oasis.
- Substantial Square Footage
Boasting 2,815 square feet and six bedrooms, the property offers a generous footprint that is uncommon for historic homes, making it ideal for large families or multi-generational living configurations.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =10500, other record lot size in square feet = 9440.
- Extensive Renovation Required
Marketed as a 'Contractor's Special,' the home requires a comprehensive overhaul of its systems and finishes, which will necessitate a significant additional capital investment beyond the purchase price.
- Low School Ratings
The local public schools assigned to this address have low ratings (ranging from 2 to 4), which may be a deterrent for families prioritizing top-tier educational performance.
About 670 S 15th Street
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1923
- Lot Size
- 10,500 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 6
- Total Bathrooms
- 3 (3 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
San Jose Unified Schools
Selma Olinder Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
2/10
Lowell Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
3/10
Horace Mann Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 1.0 mi
4/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 6.0 | 4.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 2,815 | 1,721.238 |
| Lot Size | 10,500 | 6,271.145 |
| Price | $1.40M | $1.67M |
| Price per sq ft | $497 | $972 |
| Built year | 1923 | 1965 |
| HOA | $0 | $190 |
| Days on market | 4 | 38 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Oct 20, 2026
$1,399,000
Initial Listing