1208 Martin Ave

• Sat Mar 28, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Located in coveted Shasta Hanchett Park in San Jose’s Rose Garden district, 1208 Martin Ave is an architecturally distinctive 1916 2BD/2BA home offering approx. 2,136 sq ft on an approx. 3,838 sq ft corner lot (per public records). Influenced by Prairie-style design, the home features broad eaves, strong horizontal lines, hardwood floors, crown moldings, stained glass, built-ins, and abundant natural light. A formal entry/library opens to an expansive living room with fireplace and a formal dining room. A bright breakfast room connects to a functional kitchen with ample cabinet and counter space. The private rear bedroom wing includes 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, including a primary suite with sitting room. A separate office or hobby room adds flexibility. Interior utility/laundry leads to the rear yard and partial basement for added storage. Outside, enjoy gated off-street parking, low-maintenance grounds, gardening potential, and a large detached storage/workshop. Move-in ready with room to update over time, this rare home is close to shopping, dining, schools, the Rose Garden, Santana Row, Valley Fair, and major commute routes.

• Sun Mar 29, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Located in coveted Shasta Hanchett Park in San Jose’s Rose Garden district, 1208 Martin Ave is an architecturally distinctive 1916 2BD/2BA home offering approx. 2,136 sq ft on an approx. 3,838 sq ft corner lot (per public records). Influenced by Prairie-style design, the home features broad eaves, strong horizontal lines, hardwood floors, crown moldings, stained glass, built-ins, and abundant natural light. A formal entry/library opens to an expansive living room with fireplace and a formal dining room. A bright breakfast room connects to a functional kitchen with ample cabinet and counter space. The private rear bedroom wing includes 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, including a primary suite with sitting room. A separate office or hobby room adds flexibility. Interior utility/laundry leads to the rear yard and partial basement for added storage. Outside, enjoy gated off-street parking, low-maintenance grounds, gardening potential, and a large detached storage/workshop. Move-in ready with room to update over time, this rare home is close to shopping, dining, schools, the Rose Garden, Santana Row, Valley Fair, and major commute routes.

Located in the coveted Shasta Hanchett Park neighborhood within San Jose's Rose Garden district, 1208 Martin Avenue is an architecturally distinctive 1916 2BD/2BA residence offering approximately 2136 sq ft of living space on an approximately 3838 sq ft corner lot, per public tax records. The home reflects Prairie-style influence with strong horizontal lines, broad eaves, and timeless architectural character. A formal entry/library leads to an expansive living room with fireplace and abundant natural light. Period details including hardwood floors, crown moldings, stained glass, and built-ins continue into the formal dining room. A bright breakfast room connects to a functional kitchen with ample cabinet and counter space. The home's private bedroom wing at the rear features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a primary suite with sitting room, plus a second bedroom served by a hall bath. A separate bonus office or hobby room off the kitchen adds flexibility. Interior utility/laundry room provides access to the rear yard and partical basement with additional storage options. The private rear grounds feature gated off-street parking, low-maintenance hardscape with gardening opportunities, and a large detached storage/workshop. Generally move-in ready, the home offers opportunity for updates over time. Ideally located near local shopping, dining, schools, The Municipal Rose Garden, The Alameda, Santana Row, Valley Fair, and major employers and commute routes. A rare opportunity to own a distinctive early 20th century residence in one of San Jose's most appealing residential enclaves!

Days on Market

2 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$1,449,000

List Price

$1,449,000

On Market Date

Mar 26, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

District

900009 - Central San Jose

Zip Code

95126

MLS ID

426115505

APN

261-25-025

Year Built

1916

Stories in Building

0

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

SFAR

Origin MLS System

Bed

2

Bath

2

Tub w/Shower Over

Parking

2

Uncovered Parking Space

SQ FT

2,136

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

3,838.0

Lot Acres

0.0881 Acres

Kitchen

Breakfast Area, Butcher Block Counters, Synthetic Counter

Dining Room

Formal Room

Living Room

Cathedral/Vaulted

Flooring

Vinyl, Wood

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Fire Place

Living Room

Heating

Central

Laundry

Inside Room, Washer/Dryer Stacked Included

Main Level

Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Basement

Partial

Architectural Style

Other

Special Listing Conditions

Trust

Fee

$0

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