855 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116
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OFF MARKET

855 E William St
San Jose, CA 95116

Downtown
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 900 sqft

$865,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026

$865,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 900 sqft

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
900 sqft
Price/Sqft
$962

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 855 E William St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Completely remodeled 2 bedroom, 2 bath room, 900 sq. ft. duplex unit located in E Santa Clara St/Olinder neighborhood.

Soaring 10-feet high ceilings, recessed lighting, and brand-new luxury vinyl flooring, each unit exudes a fresh, contemporary feel.

Close to schools, shops, restaurants, and parks, just few minutes to E Santa Clara St/San Jose State University/Downtown San Jose, convenient commuter access to tech companies such as Google, Apple, Ebay, etc, easy access to freeway 110/87/280

Everything in this house is brand new. Hard surface flooring, beautiful kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quarts countertops, and lot of storage space, large living room, dinning area. Large windows provide plenty of natural light, bright kitchen provides enjoyment of cooking, wide patio door give access to out door in the back yard or side yard.

Excellent for small family

Parking: One onsite parking space.

Utilities: All utilities are Tenant responsibility

Available Now.

Rent: $3,200/month
Security Deposit ranges from $3,200
Photos for reference only, furniture not included.
No smoking indoor
Parking: Detached Carport. Additional parking space on the side.
Tenants pay utilities.
Preferred Lease Term: 12 months
Pet Policy: 1 dog or cat less than 30 lbs is negotiable with a $500/pet security deposit increase and a $50/month pet admin fee.

$45/adult non-refundable application fee.
Applicants must have household monthly income at lease 3 times of rent, no violence criminal record , have never been evicted, have no negative rental history.
855 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 900 sqft single-family home in Downtown. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2026 with an asking price of $3,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 21, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $865,800, with a rent estimate of $3,423/month.

Home Details for 855 E William St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 855 E William St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
251 S 21st St, San Jose, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$915,000
03/13/26
2
1.5
1,085 sqft
180 S 21st St, San Jose, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$890,000
12/22/25
2
2
1,022 sqft
340 S 20th St, San Jose, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
07/01/26
3
2
1,250 sqft
115 S 16th St, San Jose, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,280,000
12/08/25
2
1.5
1,200 sqft
345 S 17th St, San Jose, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,745,600
02/26/26
3
2
1,778 sqft
255 S 24th St, San Jose, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$830,000
10/27/25
2
1
852 sqft
1127 Spiro Dr, San Jose, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$950,880
03/02/26
3
2
1,101 sqft
534 S 13th St, San Jose, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,393 sqft
339 Brookwood Ave, San Jose, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
04/28/26
3
3
2,352 sqft
919 Jeanne Ave, San Jose, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
07/31/26
3
2
1,606 sqft

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Neighborhood Overview

Downtown
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Iā€™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
    "Itā€™s busy getting in and out of downtown every day during the week . Itā€™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! Itā€™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. Itā€™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 Glenā€™s downtown and itā€™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 itā€™s the number one reason why I live here"
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  • Kennethkomatsu
    "Iā€™ve lived in downtown San Jose for 5 years and thereā€™s never a dull moment. Itā€™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 ā€œcan I speak to the managersā€ 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 thatā€™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 itā€™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. šŸ¤·šŸ¼ā€ā™€ļø"
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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 donā€™t have a whole lot to say about this neighborhood thatā€™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 itā€™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 donā€™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 donā€™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. Thereā€™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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 21, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,200
Jan 13, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,200

Frequently asked questions about 855 E William St

  • What is 855 E William St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 855 E William St in San Jose, CA is $865,800.
  • 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.
  • What do residents say about the Downtown neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Downtown neighborhood in San Jose, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Downtown, San Jose.
  • Does 855 E William St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 855 E William St in San Jose, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 855 E William St have parking?
    Yes, 855 E William St in San Jose, CA has on-site parking.

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