218 North 12th Street

• Sat Jul 12, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

• Sun Jul 13, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Discover timeless character in this Craftsman-style home nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown San Jose. From its welcoming front porch to its lush backyard, this residence is truly a gem and offers flexibility with a detached ADU featuring a full kitchen, bath and loft space. Step inside to a spacious living room filled with natural light, featuring a cozy fireplace flanked by charming built-in shelving. The formal dining room offers the ideal space for hosting gatherings, while the kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops and ample cabinetry for all your culinary needs. The home includes two generously sized bedrooms with plenty of light and new carpet. Outside, enjoy a private backyard complete with a detached garage, lawn, mature plum tree and a shaded patio deck. An additional 1/4 basement allows for extra storage space. A separate guest house adds even more value and features a full kitchen, bathroom, living area, and loft bedroom perfect for guests, a home office, or potential rental income. The back unit has been consistently rented for the past 15 years. Additional amenities include new interior/exterior paint, new carpet and AC. Excellent location close to Japantown and all the shops, restaurants and activities downtown has to offer.

Days on Market

2 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$998,888

List Price

$998,888

On Market Date

Jul 10, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Home

Area

9 - Central San Jose

Zip Code

95112

MLS ID

ML82014148

APN

467-03-098

Year Built

1918

Stories in Building

1

Possession

Unavailable

Data Source

MLSL

Origin MLS System

MLSListings, Inc.

Bed

3

Bath

3

Shower and Tub

Parking

1

Detached Garage

SQ FT

1,012

SQ FT Source

Unavailable

Lot SQ FT

5,040.0

Lot Acres

0.115702 Acres

Kitchen

Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Island, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator

Cooling

Ceiling Fan, Central AC, Whole House / Attic Fan

Dining Room

Formal Dining Room

Disclosures

Natural Hazard Disclosure

Family Room

No Family Room

Flooring

Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate

Foundation

Crawl Space

Fire Place

Wood Burning

Heating

Central Forced Air, Wall Furnace

Laundry

Washer / Dryer

Architectural Style

Craftsman

Fee

Unavailable

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