955 E Empire St, San Jose, CA 95112
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OFF MARKET

$770,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 524 sqft

955 E Empire St, San Jose, CA 95112

Downtown
Est. Refi. Payment $4,962/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 27, 2012 for $263,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$771K
Since last month
Decreased$41K (-4.9%)
Since last year
Decreased$84K (-9.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$533K (+202.8%)
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 +11% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$796K
August 2026$780K
July 2026$837K
June 2026$830K
May 2026$813K
April 2026$831K
March 2026$849K
February 2026$814K
January 2026$802K
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
255 N 3rd St, San Jose, CA
1.19
Apartment
$4,360,000
02/26/26
1
1
500
88 Eastwood Ct, San Jose, CA
1.00
Apartment
$1,135,000
12/31/25
2
1
750
162 E San Salvador St, San Jose, CA
1.58
Apartment
$1,325,000
09/18/25
1
1
550
27 N 6th St, San Jose, CA
1.13
Apartment
$59,419,000
08/27/26
2
2
900
20 S 2nd St #332, San Jose, CA
1.36
Apartment
$450,000
08/24/26
1
1
887
445 N 26th St, San Jose, CA
0.32
Apartment
$3,536,000
02/12/26
-
10,260
423 N 26th St, San Jose, CA
0.35
Apartment
$3,836,000
02/05/26
-
10,360
555 S 10th St, San Jose, CA
1.53
Apartment
$7,600,000
12/03/25
2
2
900
2043 Evelyn Ave, San Jose, CA
2.95
Apartment
$230,000
01/07/26
1
1
450
640 N 3rd St, San Jose, CA
1.10
Apartment
$1,500,000
05/29/26
-
3,786
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
529 N 20th St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.05
$1,334,600
2
2
1,449
Off Market
472 N 20th St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.08
$1,333,500
2
1.5
1,924
Off Market
460 N 21st St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.10
$937,800
2
1
900
Off Market
473 N 19th St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.11
$1,310,888
3
2
1,275
Recently Sold
502 N 18th St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.13
$1,900,000
12
4
4,308
For Sale
554 N 21st St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.11
$1,275,000
3
2
1,547
Recently Sold
563 N 21st St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.12
$1,290,000
3
2.5
1,664
Recently Sold
428 N 19th St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.13
$1,776,300
7
6
3,332
Off Market
586 N 19th St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.14
$1,646,900
3
2
2,360
Off Market
421 N 20th St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.15
$1,509,100
3
2
1,848
Off Market
519 N 18th St, San Jose, CA 95112
0.16
$920,700
2
1
1,020
Off Market
419 Terrace Dr, San Jose, CA 95112
0.17
$1,225,000
3
2
1,116
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Highlights

Apartment
Built in 1953
524 sqft
$1,471/sqft
Garage

About this House

This quiet, family-friendly neighborhood brings you close to the best of San Jose!

This pristine starter home lets you lounge in comfort in your open living/dining area, or enjoy alfresco relaxation on your quaint patio. Indulge in home cooking in your newly-built kitchen with brand new stainless steel appliances, kitchen island, and generous shaker cabinets. In-unit laundry available to make chores a breeze.

Good-sized master suite with roomy closets, ready to give you the quiet time you need at the end of a busy day. Enjoy a relaxing soak in your sleek ensuite with a glass-enclosed shower/bathtub combo.

Your new home is in a vibrant neighborhood perfect for planting roots! Minutes to future Google Campus, Japantown, SAP Center, San Pedro Square, and San Jose State University. Close to major highways, minutes from Light Rail, and Future BART Station.

Welcome to a new kind of rental experience. Welcome to Belong. We are here to make sure you love your new home.

To apply for this home and schedule tours, please visit our website!

Included in rent:
Water
Gas
Electricity
Trash
Sewage
Parking
955 E Empire St, San Jose, CA 95112 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 524 sqft apartment in Downtown, built in 1953. It last sold for $263,000 on Feb 27, 2012. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2022 with an asking price of $2,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 18, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $770,700, with a rent estimate of $2,414/month.

Home Details for 955 E Empire St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953Year Updated: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ApartmentArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: None, Garage

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7840 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 18, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Mar 14, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,200
Feb 27, 2012
Source: N/A
Sold
$263,000
Jul 19, 1996
Source: N/A
Sold
$189,500

Market trends in Downtown

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$964K
$85KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
Price per sq ft
$720
$10MoM
Available listings
141
11MoM

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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

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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 955 E Empire St

  • What is 955 E Empire St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 955 E Empire St in San Jose, CA is $770,700.
  • What is the price history for 955 E Empire St?
    955 E Empire St in San Jose, CA last sold for $263,000 in February 2012.
  • Is San Jose a buyer's or seller's market?
    San Jose is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in San Jose?
    The median sale price in San Jose is $964K. That is down $85K from the prior month.
  • Does 955 E Empire St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 955 E Empire St in San Jose, CA has in-unit laundry.

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