159 E Empire St #1, San Jose, CA 95112
OFF MARKET

159 E Empire St #1
San Jose, CA 95112

Downtown
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 858 sqft

$568,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 27, 2025
Est. Refi. Payment $3,519/mo*
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$568,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 27, 2025
Est. Refi. Payment $3,519/mo*
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2 Beds
2 Baths
858 sqft

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Description

This condo is located at 159 E Empire St #1, San Jose, CA. 159 E Empire St #1 is in the Downtown neighborhood in San Jose, CA and in ZIP code 95112. This property has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 858 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 435 sqft and was built in 1988.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
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A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Home Details for 159 E Empire St #1

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1988Year Updated: 1988
Property Type / Style
Property Type: CondoArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Carport, Garage

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 435 sqft

Price History for 159 E Empire St #1

DatePriceEventSource
11/07/2012$230,000Sold
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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,185
Assessment$313,882
Home facts updated by county records

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800 N 8th St #231, San Jose, CA
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2
1,173
400 N 1st St #101, San Jose, CA
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$616,000
05/30/25
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1.5
1,113
350 N 2nd St #147, San Jose, CA
0.27
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$810,000
05/16/25
2
2.5
1,745
333 Cereza Pl, San Jose, CA
0.23
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$612,500
01/30/25
3
2.5
1,498
30 E Julian St #309, San Jose, CA
0.41
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$745,000
02/25/25
2
2
1,271
1 E Julian St #206, San Jose, CA
0.41
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$802,000
06/03/25
2
2.5
1,352
415 N 2nd St #445, San Jose, CA
0.28
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$790,000
12/16/24
3
2
1,314
30 E Julian St #217, San Jose, CA
0.41
Condo
$799,000
06/18/25
2
2
1,360
30 E Julian St #212, San Jose, CA
0.41
Condo
$745,000
05/08/25
2
2
1,271
1 E Julian St #208, San Jose, CA
0.40
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$445,000
07/02/25
1
1
727

Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Downtown
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What Locals Say about Downtown

At least 622 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 93%
    There are sidewalks
  • 87%
    It's dog friendly
  • 79%
    It's walkable to restaurants
  • 71%
    Car is needed
  • 68%
    It's walkable to grocery stores
  • 66%
    Streets are well-lit
  • 60%
    There's holiday spirit
  • 55%
    Yards are well-kept
  • 51%
    People would walk alone at night
  • 48%
    Parking is easy
  • 46%
    Neighbors are friendly
  • 45%
    They plan to stay for at least 5 years
  • 41%
    Kids play outside
  • 39%
    It's quiet
  • 35%
    There are community events
  • 32%
    There's wildlife
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  • Pavan Testing
    "Lovely Neighborhood. Easy to commute. Friendly neighborhood area. Close to Japan Town, Downtown, Opposite to e-bike rental. Close to the restaurants, coffee shops, VTA stations "
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  • Joey
    "It’s busy getting in and out of downtown every day during the week . It’s a nightmare with the bike lanes making the roads more difficult and congested to navigate through "
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  • Trulia User
    "KEMAH is a great place to live with great restaurants. Very safe for kids. The boardwalk is a great place to eat for both tourists and locals. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not so friendly neighbourhood. People are aloof or cordial at best. Not sure if this a result of Covid."
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  • Trulia User
    "I live close to the college so their are students and young adults In the area. People are friendly and usually courteous."
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  • Trulia User
    "Playing basketball at Ryland Park! It’s a great way to celebrate the park. Basketball, dogs, barbecue, good friends and family. Just a really great place to live! "
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 40 years. It has become a go to area for tech workers while keeping its charm. Neighbors usually know one another and look out for each other"
    15
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  • Trulia User
    "Yes! Tons of dogs! Cahill Park has dog groups that meet after work. It’s a fantastic park to take your dog."
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  • Trulia User
    "this is a major street and there are lots of cars that drive by. There is a homeless community/village nearby and there are people that pass by from that area that can be unpredictable. during the day it is nice and the neighborhood behind is lovely for walks."
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  • Trulia User
    "My husband walks five minutes to his office in downtown. I work in Willow Glen’s downtown and it’s a five minute drive. We are blessed to be so lucky! "
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  • Trulia User
    "Love this historic neighborhood with its beautiful Craftsman bungalows and great location! Google will be breaking ground soon and will be located within walking distance for anyone who lives here. SAP Pavilion is a 10 minute walk to catch Shark games & concert as well as a wonderful Whole Foods Market, restaurants & shopping on the historic Alameda! "
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  • Trulia User
    "We love this neighborhood. The community here is great! Neighbors look out for each other and there are plenty of parks. Folks are down-to-earth with big hearts."
    5
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  • Trulia User
    "Good concentration of schools and parks. There are restaurants and shops as well. There are lots of things to do."
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  • Karen D. R.
    "Homeless are a huge issue here. Over crowded and too many businesses next to family homes. Street parking is hard to find "
    23
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  • Rzamonp
    "Proximity to amenities all over the downtown area. Also, access to the MLK library, which is helpful if you have kids"
    4
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  • Mariadelosangelos
    "The commute is great all major freeways are with in 10min drive. Access to busses and vta is also with in blocks. I would say it’s the number one reason why I live here"
    7
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  • Kennethkomatsu
    "I’ve lived in downtown San Jose for 5 years and there’s never a dull moment. It’s also great a lot of things are nearby as well."
    13
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  • Hortenciamartin83
    "What Dog owners would like about living in this neighborhood is that there are a couple of large city parks with in walking distance "
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  • Arianna C.
    "Not that many dogs, no where for them to play and be free, too much traffic, too small a space. I can't think of anything they would like about raising a dog in a highly dense downtown neighborhood. "
    8
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  • Alex D.
    "I've lived in this area for some years now. It's really calm and comforting. There are many restaurants and stores within a three mile radius."
    10
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  • Nikitasaurus
    "The “can I speak to the managers” are about 1 in 20. Most people are very caring and friendly. There are a fair amount of homeless people in the area who break into whatever they can, including to shower in our private community. I feel unsafe walking after dark. Lots of families and dogs, if that’s what you care about. "
    14
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  • Evan M.
    "San Pedro Market Square usually hosts many musicians during summertime, nice to come and spend time with your family and friends."
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  • Danielle G.
    "San Pedro square market is right here with great food and drinks plus entertainment. We have parades and races etc pass through this neighborhood"
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  • Janny S.
    "There is a lot of homeless people living in the streets here and a lot of theft & break ins, I personally would raise kids here it’s not that safe"
    3
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  • Zflowers
    "To many homeless people on sidewalks and drifters. Not enough dog parks or areas to walk safely. It use to be nice 3 years ago when we first lived here."
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  • Mackenzie N.
    "downtown sj is a cross between sf and santa cruz. honestly the area is very expensive, not expensive like sf but still. you could live somewhere else for cheaper and have a better quality of life. 🤷🏼‍♀️"
    8
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  • Paula
    "Yard sales, block parties, farmers market, other holiday events. Churches will put on events. Whole Foods right around corner. "
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  • Daniel O.
    "I lived in area for 36 years and neighbors know each other. A variety of eateries, pubs, walking trails"
    5
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  • Michelle A.
    "I don’t have a whole lot to say about this neighborhood that’s so special besides the screams sometimes you hear or the nice random cats all over the place! You can tell who is local and who is brand new like myself and it’s been fun and all but paying to park in front of my home and not promised a spot is horrible and frustrating. "
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  • Tom M.
    "see people walking to dogs quite often the sidewalks are very well paved and wide so plenty of space, multiple small parks and few larger ones where there is lots of green space"
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  • Carlos M.
    "I see several homeless and drugs use around downtown. I like my neighbors and the services near by but don’t like to see homeless around."
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  • Rose M.
    "There is a dog friendly cafe/ restaurants. Dogs get catered to. Parks have clean up bags prvided. nice walking trails. "
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  • Tiffany A.
    "Sense of community... but homeless issue is a big concern.. has a lot of potential for families and business but the homelessness concern needs to be addressed "
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  • Lakaltsas
    "This is a great place to raise kids. Do your homework on schools. There are many great options. We sent our kids to Catholic school which was a great for us but there are also several public schools. "
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  • Anthony V.
    "Easy and fast no matter where I have to go I just deal with it as best as possible .. I don’t mind the commute do have my limitations "
    2
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  • Avielmireya
    "It’s a great neighborhood for singles but not families. It’s too close to busy streets & many transients."
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  • Sarahsmile311
    "Dog walking is welcome and ok. We walk our dogs twice daily and never have any issues or concerns about anything."
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  • Samkrammw
    "6.2 miles to Santa Clara take an hour during rush hour traffic. I would rather take public transit but there is no good transit here"
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  • Edwin.balli
    "The dog park amenities and ability to take to various nearby parks. There’s enough stations offering dog bags to clean up after your pet"
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  • Krieg W.
    "15 minute drive to surrounding cities such as Santa Clara, Milpitas, and Willow Glen. 20 minute drive to Bart station. VTA light rail 10 minute walk away."
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159 E Empire St #1, San Jose, CA 95112 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 858 sqft condo built in 1988. 159 E Empire St #1 is located in Downtown, San Jose. This property is not currently available for sale. 159 E Empire St #1 was last sold on Nov 7, 2012 for $230,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 159 E Empire St #1 is $568,300.