786 Pershing Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
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OFF MARKET

$1,236,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,282 sqft

786 Pershing Ave, San Jose, CA 95126

Downtown
Est. Refi. Payment $7,692/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 9, 2021 for $1,168,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.24M
Since last month
Decreased$37K (-2.9%)
Since last year
Increased$16K (+1.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$70K (+6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +58% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.24M
August 2026$1.24M
July 2026$1.28M
June 2026$1.28M
May 2026$1.29M
April 2026$1.3M
March 2026$1.33M
February 2026$1.34M
January 2026$1.26M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
956 Schiele Ave, San Jose, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,105,000
11/25/25
2
1
1,113
773 Asbury St, San Jose, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,130,000
12/09/25
2
1
1,215
798 Pershing Ave, San Jose, CA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
02/27/26
3
2
1,495
1253 Singletary Ave, San Jose, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$1,065,000
09/04/26
2
1
1,096
750 Schiele Ave, San Jose, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,375,000
11/14/25
3
2
1,081
1149 Singletary Ave, San Jose, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
06/10/26
2
2
1,120
92 Atlas Ave, San Jose, CA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$1,425,000
08/13/26
2
1
1,376
920 W Julian St, San Jose, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$955,000
05/18/26
2
1
870
475 Autumn Ct, San Jose, CA
0.53
Single-Family Home
$1,105,000
03/23/26
2
1
864
870 Cinnabar St, San Jose, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,372,500
06/30/26
3
2
962

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
798 Pershing Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
0.01
$1,450,000
3
2
1,495
Recently Sold
797 Pershing Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
0.03
$1,442,200
2
1
1,182
Off Market
810 Harding Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
0.06
$1,250,900
2
1
1,014
Off Market
750 Schiele Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
0.12
$1,375,000
3
2
1,081
Recently Sold
857 Harding Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
0.11
$1,191,800
2
1
930
Off Market
726 Schiele Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
0.12
$1,951,800
4
4
2,939
Off Market
846 Schiele Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
0.12
$1,517,900
2
2
1,170
Off Market
808 Lenzen Ave #108, San Jose, CA 95126
0.11
$770,700
2
2.5
1,122
Off Market
808 Lenzen Ave #109, San Jose, CA 95126
0.11
$652,400
2
2.5
1,049
Off Market
808 Lenzen Ave #107, San Jose, CA 95126
0.11
$650,000
2
2.5
1,049
Recently Sold
811 Schiele Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
0.15
$1,451,600
3
2
1,367
Off Market
817 Schiele Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
0.15
$1,566,200
4
2.5
2,106
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1923
1,282 sqft
$965/sqft
Garage

About this House

Looking for a piece of the old world charm San Jose used to have? A place where people know their neighbors and walk the tree-lined streets full of unique, old-world homes? This is it! Endearing home with beautiful oak and red fir floors, wood frame windows, lovely architectural detail. Walking distance to the hip restaurants, coffee shops, and Whole Foods and minutes from Downtown San Jose with its booming rebirth and Google's future mixed use Diridon development. This home is waiting for your sweat equity and TLC to make it your personal oasis. Full, unfinished basement.
786 Pershing Ave, San Jose, CA 95126 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,282 sqft single-family home in Downtown, built in 1923. It last sold for $1,168,000 on Dec 9, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2021 with an asking price of $2,685 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 23, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,236,700, with a rent estimate of $2,940/month.

Home Details for 786 Pershing Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
Disposal
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Tile
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached, Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923Year Updated: 1923
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5018 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 9, 2021
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81868613
Sold
$1,168,000
Nov 1, 2021
Source: MLSListings Inc #ML81868613
Listed For Sale
$949,000
Feb 23, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1
ListingRemoved
Feb 10, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Network_1
Listed For Rent
$2,685

Market trends in Downtown

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.05M
$4KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$730
$1MoM
Available listings
152
3MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Downtown

At least 628 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 55 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 51 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 48 % Say parking is easy

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say kids play outside

  • 39 % Say it's quiet

  • 35 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 38 years. I like how the neighbors care about each other. Everyone knows their immediate neighbors and often more."
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  • Tdvxqr9ctw
    "Cars drive fast in the street it may draw concern however its not a huge issue just something to keep in mind when taking walks. Houses are beautiful to talk around "
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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"
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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."
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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 "
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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"
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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"
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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."
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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. "
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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."
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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. "
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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"
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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. 🤷🏼‍♀️"
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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"
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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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  • 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 "
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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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Frequently asked questions about 786 Pershing Ave

  • What is 786 Pershing Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 786 Pershing Ave in San Jose, CA is $1,236,700.
  • What is the price history for 786 Pershing Ave?
    786 Pershing Ave in San Jose, CA last sold for $1,168,000 in December 2021.
  • Is San Jose a buyer's or seller's market?
    San Jose is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in San Jose?
    The median sale price in San Jose is $1.05M. That is up $4K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 786 Pershing Ave?
    The lot at 786 Pershing Ave in San Jose, CA is about 0.12 acres (5,018 sq ft).
  • Does 786 Pershing Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 786 Pershing Ave in San Jose, CA has a garage.

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