N 4th Street, San Jose, California 95112, San Jose, 95112 - 0 bed, 0 bath
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San Jose, California 95112
This Historic Income-Generating Duplex represents a strategic acquisition in the Hensley neighborhood, listed at $888,000. While the price exceeds the $773,936 Fair Market Value, the investment is anchored by its proximity to the future Google campus and San Jose Unified schools. The property currently holds a Dated Condition Rating, offering a clear value-add path through modernization of the 1898 structure. With month-to-month tenancies and no HOA fees, the asset provides immediate cash flow and flexibility. This is an ideal opportunity for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a high-demand house-hack.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ N 4th Street Subject | $888,000* List Price | 0 | 0 | 941 | $822 | - |
A 775 N 14th Street Sold | $849,000 | 0 | 0 | 1,152 | $737 | 0.6 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1898, this historic duplex is functional and currently occupied by tenants, but its extreme age and the absence of mentioned upgrades to kitchens, baths, or major systems suggest the property is dated and requires modernization and minor repairs to meet current standards.
Situated in the historic Hensley neighborhood near the future Google campus, SJSU, and Downtown San Jose, this property is positioned for significant long-term appreciation and high rental demand.
The duplex configuration with month-to-month tenants and no HOA fees offers an ideal 'house-hacking' opportunity to offset mortgage costs or immediate cash flow for a portfolio.
The property features a minimal footprint and low-maintenance yard, reducing ongoing landscaping expenses and management effort for the owner.
Built in 1898, the structure likely requires specialized upkeep and may have aging systems that necessitate capital improvements to meet modern standards.
At only 941 total square feet for two units, the living spaces are exceptionally compact, which may limit the tenant pool and cap potential rental rates compared to larger units.
Exceptional and affordable duplex located in the coveted historic prime location Hensley neighborhood in city of San Jose. An outstanding investment opportunity just moments from the future Google campus, Downtown San Jose, SAP Center, San Jose State University, and San Jose International Airport. Low-maintenance yard completes this desirable property. An excellent opportunity to live in one unit and rent the other, offering built-in rental income to help reduce monthly mortgage costs. Or have this as part of your investment portfolio, both units are rented on month to month, with no HOA cost and you own the land.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Baths | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Square foot | 941 | 2,552 |
| Lot Size | 1,920 | 7,370 |
| Price | $888.0K | $1.54M |
| Price per sq ft | $944 | $655 |
| Built year | 1898 | 1961 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 189 | 50 |
Jan 15, 2026
$888,000
Initial Listing