Tall pines and a cedar tree line the back of this clear, flat corner lot that offers 6,011 square feet of prime land. Coast live oaks lean in over the fence, lending their shade and beauty. Downtown Morgan Hill begins just a block away, close enough to walk to farmers markets, Railroad Park, shows at the Granada Theater, or the amphitheater on Friday nights when the music starts. More than a hundred independent shops and restaurants fill the blocks between. R3 zoning suggests the possibility of building more than a single dwelling. Corner lots inside a walkable downtown rarely come to market empty, so bring your architect and let the oaks tell you where the windows belong.
Vacant landProperty Type
6,011 sq ftLot Size
$116Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by The Ruiz The Ruiz Group•DRE #70010112• Keller Williams Realty
Third Street, located between Monterey Road and East Dunne Avenue, is a residential and downtown-adjacent Morgan Hill neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and a walkable main-street edge. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Monterey Rd & E 3rd St corner, where sidewalk patios, small storefronts, and evening foot traffic set the tempo. Granada Theatre anchors the local calendar with live performances in a classic marquee setting. Odeum Restaurant and Ladera Grill add a polished dining note in restored, small-town streetscapes. Housing reads as a mix of older cottages and updated infill, with front porches and compact lots. Railroad Park and the Caltrain platform frame the area with open lawn, public art, and commuter rhythm.
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Gas available at street
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Sale and tax history for 17205 Monterey Rd
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Event
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MLSListings #ML82064150
Oct 9, 2026
Listed
$698,000
+5
Tall pines and a cedar tree line the back of this clear, flat corner lot that offers 6,011 square feet of prime land. Coast live oaks lean in over the fence, lending their shade and beauty. Downtown Morgan Hill begins just a block away, close enough to walk to farmers markets, Railroad Park, shows at the Granada Theater, or the amphitheater on Friday nights when the music starts. More than a hundred independent shops and restaurants fill the blocks between. R3 zoning suggests the possibility of building more than a single dwelling. Corner lots inside a walkable downtown rarely come to market empty, so bring your architect and let the oaks tell you where the windows belong.
MLSListings #ML81947552
Dec 7, 2023
Sold
$420,000
Dec 1, 2023
Pending
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Nov 20, 2023
Relisted
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Nov 15, 2023
Listing Removed
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Nov 9, 2023
Listed
$299,000
+1
If you are an investor or developer with a keen eye for that next big opportunity, this is one to watch. At the corner of Monterey Road and Fourth Street, this vacant lot is zoned mixed-use. Here is a chance to use your imagination and create a brand-new building in the heart of Morgan Hill. Future tenants will love living in the midst of a pulsating downtown atmosphere, enjoying easy access to shops, walking trails, yoga studios, and restaurants to suit every taste and preference. The lot is just a block away from the Morgan Hill Community Amphitheater, the South Valley Civic Theatre, and the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse. Come take advantage of the fantastic location. Well suited for mixed use and packed with investment potential, this is simply an unbeatable spot to build an exceptional life surrounded by arts, culture, and community. Seize the opportunity to make it yours!
MLSListings #ML81221123
Sep 15, 2012
Sold
$320,000
Sep 7, 2012
Pending
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Sep 4, 2012
Price Changed
$339,998
Aug 29, 2012
Relisted
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Jun 13, 2012
Pending
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Jun 5, 2012
Listed
$399,998
Jun 5, 2012
Listed
$339,998
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,044 (−27.6%)
$436,968
2024
$6,966 (+120.8%)
$428,400
2023
$3,154 (−37.0%)
$420,000
2022
$5,010 (+1.1%)
$260,389
2021
$4,956 (+39.6%)
$255,284
2020
$3,549 (+17.0%)
$250,279
2019
$3,032 (−16.5%)
$247,713
2018
$3,631 (+21.4%)
$242,856
2017
$2,990 (+7.8%)
$233,427
2015
$2,773 (−31.0%)
$228,850
2014
$4,019 (−4.9%)
$220,998 + $100,454
$321,452
2012
$4,225 (+3.0%)
$220,000 + $100,000
$320,000
2011
$4,102 (+0.3%)
$119,659 + $239,331
$358,990
2010
$4,088 (+0.7%)
$117,313 + $234,639
$351,952
2009
$4,059 (+3.5%)
$116,437 + $232,886
$349,323
2008
$3,920
$114,426 + $228,863
$343,289
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Vacant Land
County
Santa Clara County
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76708006
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Last updated by owner on Aug 22, 2026.
MU-D
DTSP
DGF
Downtown Mixed Use District
The purpose of the Downtown Mixed Use MU-D zoning district is to preserve and enhance Downtown as the heart of Morgan Hill and the center of the community. New development supports a walkable Downtown district with active storefronts and a diversity of commercial, residential, and public uses. The intensity of residential uses enhances economic vitality, increases housing options for residents of all ages, and support a vibrant and diverse destination for residents and visitors. The MU-D zoning district implements the community's vision for Downtown Morgan Hill as described in the Downtown Specific Plan.
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Downtown Specific Plan Overlay Zone
Downtown Ground Floor Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
General retail
Restaurant
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Other
Mixed use building
Office
Medical office
May 21, 2014 • Final
Bld archive
Demolish a single-family home.
Demolition
Jan 13, 2010 • Final
Bld archive
Construct a new entry deck with a chair lift and install new windows.
Addition
Bathroom
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Local insights from Redfin agents
Morgan Hill is a residential city in Santa Clara County, California. It sits at the southern tip of Silicon Valley, about 45 minutes south of San Jose, with a population of roughly 45,483. Known for its wineries, nature parks, and historic downtown,...