398 W San Fernando, San Jose, CA 95110 - Photo 1

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$1,250,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,920 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to the historic Owen House, an iconic Queen Anne Victorian built in 1888 for Clifford Owen, son of SJ Mercury News publisher J.J. Owen. Nestled in the historic Lake House District, this architectural gem anchors the neighborhood as one of its oldest buildings & easily stands out w/its asymmetrical tower, steeply pitched rooflines & ornate craftsmanship. Inside, the home blends preserved period details w/modern comforts including updated electrical, plumbing, heating & cooling. The formal entry sets an elegant tone w/parquet floors, crown molding & tall ceilings, leading to a front parlor that doubles as a bedroom. The family room features a fireplace & connects to the grand dining room. The spacious kitchen at the rear offers tiled counters, coffered ceiling, modern appliances & access to the backyard, basement, and a second stairway to the upper level. A full bath w/free-standing bathtub completes the main level. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms, a full bath & access to an unfinished attic w/potential for more living space. The full basement adds flexibility for storage, workshop, or wine cellar. Outside, enjoy a private backyard w/paver patios, brick walkways, detached garage & driveway access to Delmas. Close proximity to SAP Center, VTA/Caltrain & shopping along The Alameda.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 398 W San Fernando

General

Sold For: $1,250,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: RE_Infolink
MLS ID: ML82000372
Added to Site: 289 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Attic, Unfinished Basement, Utility Room, Wine Cellar / Storage
Interior Features: High Ceiling
Fireplace(s): Family Room
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Features: Full on Ground Floor, Showers over Tubs (2 or More), Tile

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedroom Features: Ground-Floor Bedroom

Other Rooms

Family Room: Separate Family Room
Kitchen: Gas Cooktop, Tile Countertop, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
Laundry: In Utility Room

Additional Information

Extras: Not Applicable

Parking

Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached Garage

Location

Area: Central San Jose
County: Santa Clara
Cross Streets: Delmas Avenue

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central AC
Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air)

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Telecomm.: Cable TV, DSL
Utility Description: Public Utilities

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Victorian
Construction: Detached, Wood Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Square Feet: 1,920
Year Built: 1888

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
Minimum Lot Size: 7405
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,405
Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Courtyard, Deck , Fenced
Zoning: M1H
Fencing (Description): Fenced Back, Fenced Front

Listed by NextHome Lifestyles, Brad Gill
Sold by Eore, Natorie Moreno

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Schools

Schools serving 398 W San Fernando

School District:San Jose Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Gardner Elementary School 502 Illinois Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125	K-5	0.6 mi
Herbert Hoover Middle School, San Jose, CA 1635 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126	6-8	1.5 mi
Abraham Lincoln High School 555 Dana Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126	9-12	1.5 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 398 W San Fernando

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/18/2025

Sold

$1,250,000

-7.41%

MLS

4/03/2025

Listed

$1,350,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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