1344 University Ave, San Jose, CA, 95126
About This Home
Set along the Rose Garden's most coveted and rarely available streets, 1344 University Ave is a masterfully rebuilt Art Deco Moderne residence blending architectural presence with refined modern living. Completely reimagined from the studs (2016/2017), the home spans 4,345 SF with 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths on an expansive 11,500 SF lot. A dramatic 20-foot entry, heated limestone floors, arched skylight and sculptural curved staircase establish an immediate sense of scale & design intention. Principal living spaces balance grandeur & warmth, featuring ambient lighting, a limestone-clad fireplace and an oversized formal dining room. The chefs kitchen showcases quartzite surfaces, an 11-foot island, BlueStar range, Sub-Zero fridge & premium appliances. The family room seamlessly extends outdoors via Nano doors to a covered, heated veranda with fire feature. The primary suite offers a private retreat w/fireplace, custom walk-in closet and spa-inspired marble bath. Resort-style grounds include a sparkling saltwater pool/spa, outdoor kitchen, fire features, fountains and curated lounge spaces. Additional highlights: semi-finished basement, elevator, solar, water filtration & smart systems. A rare Rose Garden offering defined by craftsmanship, scale and timeless architectural character.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter,Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Art Deco
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Range Hood,Microwave,Gas Oven/Range,Refrigerator,Wine Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
- Laundry features: Inside
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bathroom
- Features: DoubleSinks, PrimaryStallShowers, PrimaryTubwJets, Sauna, ShowersoverTubs2plus, StallShower2plus, UpdatedBaths, FullonGroundFloor, PrimaryOversizedTub, HalfonGroundFloor
Bedroom
- Features: PrimarySuiteRetreat
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: FormalDiningRoom
Family Room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Features
- High Ceilings,One Or More Skylights,Video Audio System,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood,Stone
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Living Room,Primary Bedroom,Outside
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central Forced Air,2 plus Zones
- Cooling features: Central Air,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,345
- Total interior livable area: 4,345 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Island
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 26115052
- Zoning: R1-8
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Heated,Solar Heat,In Ground
- Patio & porch: Balcony/Patio
- Exterior features: Back Yard,Barbecue,Fenced,Storage Shed Structure
- Spa features: Other
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Lot size: 0.26 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Santa Clara County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $23,760 | $285,120 |
| Home Insurance * | $468 | $5,616 |
| Property Taxes | $5,126 | $61,512 |
| Electricity | $931 | $11,180 |
| Total | $30,285 | $363,420 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-28 | Listed for sale | $4,888,000 |
| 2014-03-27 | Sold | $1,330,000 |
| 2013-12-10 | Listing removed | $1,650,000 |
| 2013-11-21 | Price change | $1,650,000 |
| 2013-10-11 | Listed for sale | $1,725,000 |
| 2011-10-13 | Listing removed | $4,950 |
| 2011-09-14 | Price change | $4,950 |
| 2011-09-08 | Listed for rent | $5,500 |
| 2011-03-02 | Listing removed | $4,975 |
| 2011-01-15 | Listed for rent | $4,975 |
| 1996-11-20 | Sold | $170,000 |
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