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listing_id: ML81958116
status: Closed
price: 2365000
beds: 4
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1970
sqft_lot: 7000
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1925
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "1281 Martin Ave"
city: San Jose
state: CA
zip: 95126
county: "Santa Clara County"
lat: 37.329785
lng: -121.915393
days_on_market: 742
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Sean Manning"
list_office: "Christie's International Real Estate Sereno"
list_agent_phone: "(408) 314-6782"
list_agent_license: 01228488
mls_source: MLSL
modified: 2026-02-01
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | Santa Clara County | San Jose | 95126 | 1281 Martin Ave

1281 Martin Ave, San Jose, CA 95126

MLS: ML81958116 | Status: Sold | Price: $2,365,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
4 2 1,970 7,000 1925

Remarks

Nestled in The Rose Garden's Shasta Hanchett Park neighborhood, this Wolfe & Higgens single-story masterpiece graces picturesque Martin Ave. A charming cottage garden and inviting brick walkway frame the entrance, complemented by custom three-piece front windows. Inside, the living room boasts an original Bachelder tile fireplace, bespoke built-in shelving, and a media console marrying walnut accents with brass hardware. The spacious dining room, adorned with a marble-topped buffet and designer chandelier, is perfect for hosting memorable gatherings. The vintage-style kitchen, renovated to perfection, features a six-burner Thermador cooktop, farmhouse sink, black quartz counters and checkered tile floors. Beadboard ceiling, in-counter wine cabinet, and bistro shelves add to the timeless appeal. Four bedrooms, including a versatile office space, and meticulously renovated bathrooms with mosaic marble flooring and custom vanities ensure comfort and style. Just steps away from The Alameda, indulge in coffee at Crema, shop at Whole Foods, or dine at popular eateries like Hop & Vine. Conveniently located near downtown San Jose,with easy access to Caltrain and major highways, this home seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern conveniences, a true sanctuary in the Silicon Valley.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # ML81958116
MLS Source MLSListings, Inc.

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Ground Floor Bedroom, Walk-in Closet, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathrooms Double Sinks, Marble, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Shower over Tub - 1, Solid Surface, Full on Ground Floor
Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Pantry
Appliances Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
Family Room No Family Room
Fireplace Living Room, Wood Burning
Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Marble, Tile, Wood
Laundry Inside
Cooling Central Forced Air
Heating Central Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Pool Black Bottom, In Ground
Style Craftsman

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Detached, No Garage, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Elementary District San Jose Unified
High School District San Jose Unified
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Zoning R1-8

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Sean Manning Sydney Ereno
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
License #: 01228488 License #: 01468293
Phone: (408) 314-6782 Phone: (408) 568-6444

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Herbert Hoover Middle School public 6-8 0.51 mi 4
Merritt Trace Elementary School public K-5 0.53 mi 5
Abraham Lincoln High School public 9-12 0.55 mi 7
Luther Burbank Elementary School public K-8 0.74 mi 5
Gardner Elementary School public K-5 1.22 mi 1
Middle College High School public 11-12 1.35 mi N/A
River Glen School public K-8 1.66 mi 8
Washington Elementary School public K-5 1.68 mi 9
Muwekma Ohlone Middle public 6-8 1.81 mi 4
Horace Mann Elementary School public K-5 1.82 mi 3
Buchser Middle School public 6-8 1.85 mi 8
Campbell Adult And Community Education public UG 1.93 mi N/A
Washington Elementary School public K-5 1.97 mi 4
Del Mar High School public 9-12 2.03 mi 5
Lowell Elementary School public K-5 2.09 mi 2
Grant Elementary School public K-5 2.10 mi 1
Willow Glen Elementary School public K-5 2.13 mi 5
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary School public K-5 2.31 mi 6
Santa Clara Adult public UG 2.48 mi N/A
Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School public K-5 2.48 mi 10

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This listing information is up-to-date as of February 01, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Sean Manning, (408) 314-6782.