Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/26/2026
Listed
$1,449,000
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Property Description
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!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1208 Martin Ave
General
- Price: $1,449,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: San_Francisco
- MLS ID: 426115505
- Updated: 3/26/2026
- Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Rooms/Areas: Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Formal Entry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
- Primary Bathroom: Shower Stall(s)
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Sitting Room
- Bedroom 1: Sitting Room
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Butcher Block Counters, Synthetic Counter
- Dining Room: Formal Room
- Laundry: Inside Room, Inside Room
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway, Uncovered Parking Space, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
Location
- Area: Central San Jose
- County: Santa Clara
- Cross Streets: Sequoia
- Driving Directions: The Alameda to Martin
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elem School District: Santa Clara
- Midd School District: Santa Clara
- High School District: Santa Clara
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Construction: Wood
- Basement Desc.: Partial
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
- Square Feet: 2,136
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
- Living Area: 2,136 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1916
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0881
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,838
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved Sidewalk
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Trust
- APN: 26125025
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan, Andrew de Vries
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Schools
Schools serving 1208 Martin Ave
School District:San Jose Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Merritt Trace Elementary School 651 Dana Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Herbert Hoover Middle School, San Jose, CA 1635 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Abraham Lincoln High School 555 Dana Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
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School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1208 Martin Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 1208 Martin Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,619
1%
$88,883
2%
2024
$2,593
4%
$87,141
2%
2023
$2,498
1%
$85,433
2%
2022
$2,464
5%
$83,758
2%
2021
$2,350
5%
$82,117
1%
2020
$2,248
4%
$81,276
2%
2019
$2,170
2%
$79,683
2%
2018
$2,122
2%
$78,121
2%
2017
$2,088
7%
$76,590
2%
2016
$1,953
2%
$75,090
2%
2015
$1,923
32%
$73,963
2%
2014
$1,453
1%
$72,515
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2013
$1,442
—
$72,188
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1208 Martin Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126 (MLS# 426115505) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1208 Martin Avenue is currently listed for $1,449,000 and was received on March 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 1208 Martin Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in San Jose? You can browse all San Jose real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.