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Discover the Character, Space & Charm of Willow Glen Welcome to 1198 Britton Avenue, a whimsical Willow Glen home offering timeless character, generous living spaces, and an exceptional opportunity to create the home you've envisioned. With 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, approximately 2,563 SF of living space, an additional bonus room at 267 SF, and an expansive 8,500 SF lot, this home offers the space and flexibility today's buyers are looking forwhile preserving the charm and personality that make Willow Glen so special. Enjoy beautiful architectural details, inviting living areas, a formal dining room, family room, hardwood floors, fireplaces, and a spacious primary suite. The property provides a wonderful foundation for making it uniquely your own. Located in the heart of desirable Willow Glen, you'll be close to neighborhood favorites, shopping, dining, parks, schools, and the vibrant community atmosphere that makes this area one of San Jose's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
8,500 sq ftLot Size
$936Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Donna Castillo•DRE #02006775• Intero Real Estate Services
Listed by Kenneth Lutz•DRE #02041659• Intero Real Estate Services
Willow Glen, located between Downtown San Jose and Campbell, is a residential and retail San Jose neighborhood with a tree-lined main street and early-20th-century architecture. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Lincoln Avenue at Willow Street, where sidewalk patios, indie boutiques, and old-school storefronts set a steady, walkable rhythm. Historic homes and Spanish Revival details shape the streetscape, with pocket parks and school grounds breaking up the blocks. The Willow Glen Farmers’ Market adds a weekly civic pulse. Community pillars include the historic Willow Glen Theatre, Aqui Cal-Mex, and the Bill’s Cafe on Lincoln.
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Offer insights
1198 Britton Ave · $2,399,000
$2.44M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $2.44M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
38 days
The average home goes pending in 15 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
102.7%
Most homes are selling 3% above list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Hardwood floors
Eat-in kitchen
Formal dining room
Secondary living space (approximately 267 sq ft)
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Primary suite/retreat
Walk-in closet
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Double sinks
2+ stall shower
Bathtub
Kitchen
Ice maker
Tile countertops
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Microwave
Gas range/oven
Laundry & utility
Laundry inside the home
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Central forced air cooling
Central forced air heating (gas)
Exterior features
Composition roof
Home design
Detached single-story home
Parking
No garage
On-street parking
Parking area
Construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Utilities
Public sewer
Public water with individual water meter
Individual electric meters
Individual gas meters
Public utilities
Electricity and solar
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Discover the Character, Space & Charm of Willow Glen Welcome to 1198 Britton Avenue, a whimsical Willow Glen home offering timeless character, generous living spaces, and an exceptional opportunity to create the home you've envisioned. With 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, approximately 2,563 SF of living space, an additional bonus room at 267 SF, and an expansive 8,500 SF lot, this home offers the space and flexibility today's buyers are looking forwhile preserving the charm and personality that make Willow Glen so special. Enjoy beautiful architectural details, inviting living areas, a formal dining room, family room, hardwood floors, fireplaces, and a spacious primary suite. The property provides a wonderful foundation for making it uniquely your own. Located in the heart of desirable Willow Glen, you'll be close to neighborhood favorites, shopping, dining, parks, schools, and the vibrant community atmosphere that makes this area one of San Jose's most sought-after neighborhoods.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82042370
Jun 12, 2026
Listing Removed
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May 14, 2026
Listed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML89828533
Apr 9, 2026
Listing Removed
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MLSListings #ML81310874
May 16, 2013
Sold
$1,085,000
$423/sq ft
May 16, 2013
Sold
$1,085,000
$423/sq ft
Apr 29, 2013
Pending
—
Apr 19, 2013
Pending
—
Apr 5, 2013
Listed
$1,149,000
$448/sq ft
Apr 5, 2013
Listed
$1,149,000
$448/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 10, 2009
Sold
$750,000
$293/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80711805
May 22, 2007
Sold
$1,025,000
$400/sq ft
May 22, 2007
Sold
$1,025,000
$400/sq ft
Apr 28, 2007
Listing Removed
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Apr 27, 2007
Relisted
—
Apr 24, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Apr 20, 2007
Price Changed
$1,125,000
$439/sq ft
Apr 10, 2007
Price Changed
$1,149,000
$448/sq ft
Mar 21, 2007
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$468/sq ft
Mar 9, 2007
Listed
$1,250,000
$488/sq ft
Mar 9, 2007
Listed
$1,125,000
$439/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 24, 1999
Sold
$645,000
$252/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 8, 1990
Sold
$405,818
$158/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,369 (+5.7%)
$263,555 + $488,917
$752,472
2024
$9,807 (+2.1%)
$258,388 + $479,331
$737,719
2023
$9,607 (+0.9%)
$253,322 + $469,933
$723,255
2022
$9,524 (+2.3%)
$248,355 + $460,719
$709,074
2021
$9,312 (+13.2%)
$243,486 + $451,686
$695,172
2020
$8,226 (+6.3%)
$238,712 + $442,830
$681,542
2019
$7,736 (+1.1%)
$236,265 + $364,196
$600,461
2018
$7,650 (+0.9%)
$231,633 + $323,928
$555,561
2017
$7,583 (+2.3%)
$222,640 + $311,350
$533,990
2016
$7,415 (+0.7%)
$222,640 + $311,350
$533,990
2015
$7,361 (+6.4%)
$218,275 + $305,246
$523,521
2014
$6,920 (−41.8%)
$210,786 + $294,772
$505,558
2012
$11,889 (+1.9%)
$627,448 + $313,723
$941,171
2011
$11,669 (+0.7%)
$615,146 + $307,572
$922,718
2010
$11,588 (+8.2%)
$603,085 + $301,542
$904,627
2009
$10,713 (−17.6%)
$598,578 + $299,289
$897,867
2008
$13,002
$783,870 + $261,375
$1,045,245
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1937
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,563
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,563
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
42915025
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
R-1-8
Residence District (8du per acre)
The purpose of the single-family residence district is to reserve land for the construction, use and occupancy of single-family subdivisions. The allowable density range for the R-1 districts is one to eight dwelling units per acre.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Park & open space
Local insights from Redfin agents
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