Situated in the heart of historic Palm Haven, San Jose's iconic 1913 residence park community in Willow Glen. This exceptional home overlooks the signature greenbelt framed by soaring heritage palms. Extensively updated while preserving its vintage character, the home features warm hardwood floors, custom solid wood doors, vintage hardware, and period-inspired tilework. A formal entry with mosaic tile leads to a grand dining room with French doors opening to a charming side deck. The living room showcases a classic tile fireplace, complemented by a private study and main-level bedroom with adjacent bath. The chefs kitchen with high-end, Viking appliances, natural stone counters, and center island flows seamlessly into the family room and out to a remarkable covered deck with heaters, fans, sound system, and custom drapes; ideal for year-round entertaining. Upstairs offers spacious bedrooms including a serene primary suite. Finished basement with wine storage.
MLS #
ML82042591
MLS Source
MLSListings, Inc.
Days on Site
1
Bedrooms
Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-in Closet
Bathrooms
Double Sinks, Showers over Tubs - 2+, Split Bath, Stall Shower - 2+, Steam Shower, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom, Updated Bath(s), Full on Ground Floor, Oversized Tub
Kitchen
Countertop - Stone, Island with Sink, Pantry
Appliances
Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Dining Room
Breakfast Nook, Eat in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room
Family Room
Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Fireplace
Living Room
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Laundry
Upper Floor, In Utility Room
Cooling
Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air, Multi-Zone
Heating
Central Forced Air - Gas, Forced Air, Heating - 2+ Zones
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Garage/Parking
Detached, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District
San Jose Unified
High School District
San Jose Unified
Sewer
Public Sewer
E.V. Hookup
Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)
Water
Public
Zoning
R1-8
656 Palm Haven Ave is a Single Family Residence in San Jose, CA 95125. This 2,686 square foot property sits on a 8,220 Sq Ft Lot and features 4 bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $2,999,950 and was built in 1922. This address can also be written as 656 Palm Haven Ave, San Jose, CA 95125.
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