554 N 21st Street, San Jose, CA 95112

$1,275,000
3
BD
2
BA
1,547
SqFt

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Sold Price
$1,275,000
List Price
$1,299,000
Closing Date
Jun 02, 2026
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
ML82041688
Year Built
1986
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living Sq. Ft
1,547
Lot Size
8,850
Acres
0.20
Days on Market
0
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Property Description

Fantastic opportunity in Empire Gardens, one of San Joses most established neighborhoods. This property offers the perfect chance to create your dream home with a great head start already in place. The main residence is move-in ready and features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across approximately 1,547 sq ft of single-story living space. Built in 1986, the home offers an open, spacious feel with a large eat-in kitchen, adjoining dining area, and comfortable living spaces. A separate indoor laundry room with added storage enhances everyday convenience. The detached 2-car garage has been converted into a 1-bedroom, 1-bath ADU (permit status unknown; buyer to verify), providing excellent potential for extended family, rental income, or a private workspace. Set on an expansive ~8,850 sq ft lot, the property offers ample space to relax, entertain, garden, or explore future expansion possibilities (buyer to verify). A deep driveway provides abundant off-street parking. Whether youre looking to customize, invest, or simply move in and enjoy, this property presents opportunity at every turn.

Additional Information

Appliances
Vented Exhaust Fan
Fireplace Description
Living Room, Wood Burning
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
None
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Neighborhood
Roof
Composition
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
School District
San Jose Unified
Attached Structure
Detached

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Mike Wenstrand (mike.wenstrand@cbnorcal.com) from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty.

Listing sold by Valerie Gadjali from eXp Realty of California Inc

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