Welcome to the historic Owen House, an iconic Queen Anne Victorian built in 1888 for Clifford Owen, son of SJ Mercury News publisher J.J. Owen. Nestled in the historic Lake House District, this architectural gem anchors the neighborhood as one of its oldest buildings & easily stands out w/its asymmetrical tower, steeply pitched rooflines & ornate craftsmanship. Inside, the home blends preserved period details w/modern comforts including updated electrical, plumbing, heating & cooling. The formal entry sets an elegant tone w/parquet floors, crown molding & tall ceilings, leading to a front parlor that doubles as a bedroom. The family room features a fireplace & connects to the grand dining room. The spacious kitchen at the rear offers tiled counters, coffered ceiling, modern appliances & access to the backyard, basement, and a second stairway to the upper level. A full bath w/free-standing bathtub completes the main level. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms, a full bath & access to an unfinished attic w/potential for more living space. The full basement adds flexibility for storage, workshop, or wine cellar. Outside, enjoy a private backyard w/paver patios, brick walkways, detached garage & driveway access to Delmas. Close proximity to SAP Center, VTA/Caltrain & shopping along The Alameda.
For sale
$1,350,000
398 W San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95110
5beds
1,920sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence,
Built in 1888
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$1,336,200 Zestimate®
$703/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ornate craftsmanshipPrivate backyardPreserved period detailsBrick walkwaysDetached garageAsymmetrical towerPaver patios
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 06, 2025 at 03:15am
Listed by:
Brad Gill 01385310 408-204-7699,
NextHome Lifestyles
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82000372

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Utility Room
Bedroom
- Features: GroundFloorBedroom
Bathroom
- Features: ShowersoverTubs2plus, Tile, FullonGroundFloor
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Tile
Heating
- Central Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Utility Room
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,920
- Total interior livable area: 1,920 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Fenced, Courtyard
- Fencing: Back Yard,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Garage
- Parcel number: 25945029
- Zoning: M1H
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence,
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Jose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $703/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $517,189
- Annual tax amount: $8,754
- Date on market: 4/3/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
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