$1,350,000

305 E Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112

4 beds |
2 baths |
1,920 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1908
6,212sqft lot
1 car garage
$703/sqft
Listed 2 days ago

Property Description

Located in the historic & vibrant Japantown, this early 1900s Neoclassical bungalow offers a rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully preserved piece of the city's architectural legacy. The property blends classic craftsmanship w/meaningful updates, creating a space that honors its past while supporting modern use. The single-level residence features original soft pine hardwood floors, period wood doors w/brass hardware, formal living & spacious dining rooms that reflect the home's turn-of-the-century design. The updated kitchen includes refreshed cabinetry, Corian countertops, and plentiful storage, providing everyday functionality. Boasting close to 2,000 square feet of main-level living space, the home feels substantial, warm & authentic to its era. Below the home, a fully slabbed basement w/multiple finished rooms awaits your final touch, offering flexibility for workspace, creative studios, or storage. A large attic space, accessed by pull-down stairs, provides even more expansion or storage potential. A detached garage & outdoor access to the basement further enhance usability. Zoned M-1 (Light Industrial), the property allows for a wide range of residential & business possibilities. Uniquely positioned in the urban core, walk to restaurants & shops, close to public transit.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: February 3, 2026
Data Last Updated:: February 5, 2026 at 12:06PM
Listing Office:: NextHome Lifestyles : 408-377-2299
Listing Agent:: Brad Gill : 408-204-7699
MLS ID:: ML82033302

General: Formal Dining RoomStorageUtility RoomWorkshopPantry
Appliances: Gas RangeENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Laundry: DryerWasher
Flooring: HardwoodLaminateTileWood
A/C: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Forced AirNatural Gas
Fireplace: Living RoomWood BurningFireplaceFireplaces: 1
Eco/Green Feature: Low Flow Toilet

General: Back Yard
Style: BungalowVictorian

Windows: Double Pane Windows
General: 1

School District: San Jose Unified
County: Santa Clara

Zoning: M124936010
Fencing: Fenced

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Location

Schools Nearby

Grant Elementary School

470 Jackson St, San Jose, CA, 95112

Grades KG-5

0.25 miles away

Burnett Middle School

850 N 2nd St, San Jose, CA, 95112

Grades 6-8

0.66 miles away

San Jose High School

275 N 24th St, San Jose, CA, 95116

Grades 9-12

1.03 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.