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Property Description
MAJOR PRICE DROP: $200K REDUCED Follow the winding road and cross the bridge to 861 Dorel Drive. San Jose Highlands is in Berryessa foothills steps away from the walking trails at Penitencia Creek Trail and Alum Rock Park. This sprawling 1-story residence has 4 Bedrooms, Separate Family, Formal Dining and Living Room, plus an Office on over 1/4 acres of land. Views of the hills, canyon views, and Silicon Valley views. Remodeled with high-end finishes and top brands. Private and quiet next to a water creek year-round stream with no rear and side neighbors. Originally, this house belonged to the developer of San Jose Highlands so he designed and built this house with extra bells and whistles on the most private and quiet lot space. The tile roof, high-ceilings, Central A/C, glass doors keep the interior airy and bright. The roof solar system is owned. 12 palm trees and drought resistant plants throughout. Extended driveway, boat parking, and an attached 2-car garage. Ideal Forever Home with ADU option. It belongs to top-rated best schools in the district: Noble Elementary, Piedmont High School & Piedmont Middle. Ride a golf cart to the San Jose Golf Country Club The Best Members Club in the Bay Area.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 861 Dorel Dr
General
- Price: $2,100,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: RE_Infolink
- MLS ID: ML82046771
- Updated: 6/18/2026
- Added to Site: 62 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Bonus / Hobby Room, Formal Entry, Office Area, Storage
- Interior Features: Bay Window, High Ceiling , Vaulted Ceiling , Walk-In Closet
- Fireplace(s): Family Room
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Primary - Stall Shower(s), 1 Shower over Tub, Updated Bath
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom Features: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Separate Family Room
- Kitchen: Gas Cooktop, Granite Countertop, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood over Range, Microwave, Built-In Oven, Double Oven, Pantry, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Additional Information
- Extras: Not Applicable
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Garage, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Location
- Area: Berryessa
- County: Santa Clara
- Cross Streets: Penitencia Creek Road
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central AC
- Heating Type: Central Air (Forced Air)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Public Utilities
Structural Information
- Construction: Detached, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Tile
- Square Feet: 1,808
- Year Built: 1971
Lot Features
- Property View: Canyon, Hills, River / Stream
- Minimum Lot Size: 12047
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,047
- Grounds/Landscape: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck , Dog Run / Kennel, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto, Storage Shed / Structure
- Zoning: R1
- Lot Description: Flag-Shaped Lot, Year-Round Stream, Views
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link, Partial Fencing, Rail
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Double-Pane Windows, Skylight, Solar Power
Listed by Synergize Realty, Robert M. Balina
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Schools
Schools serving 861 Dorel Dr
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Noble Elementary School 3466 Grossmont Drive, San Jose, CA 95132 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Piedmont Middle School, San Jose, CA 955 Piedmont Road, San Jose, CA 95132 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Piedmont Hills High School 1377 Piedmont Road, San Jose, CA 95132 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
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 861 Dorel Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/18/2026
Price Reduced
$2,100,000
-8.58%
MLS
5/12/2026
Listed
$2,297,000
199.09%
MLS
1/21/2005
Sold
$768,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 861 Dorel Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$16,971
2%
$1,171,952
2%
2024
$16,708
2%
$1,148,974
2%
2023
$16,422
1%
$1,126,446
2%
2022
$16,332
3%
$1,104,360
2%
2021
$15,805
3%
$1,082,706
1%
2020
$15,280
4%
$1,071,605
2%
2019
$14,682
2%
$1,050,595
2%
2018
$14,413
2%
$1,029,996
2%
2017
$14,107
14%
$1,009,800
12%
2016
$12,367
11%
$904,308
12%
2015
$11,175
10%
$807,000
4%
2014
$10,157
15%
$774,000
16%
2013
$8,828
—
$665,400
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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861 Dorel Dr, San Jose, CA 95132 (MLS# ML82046771) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 861 Dorel Dr is currently listed for $2,100,000 and was received on May 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 861 Dorel Dr? 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.

