Own a slice of country heaven with this adorable cottage featuring central air conditioning. Nestled on 1.4 acres in historic New Almaden, the home backs up to Quicksilver Park. It offers incredible views, privacy, and a rare opportunity to enjoy the country lifestyle while still being just minutes from town. The garage expands your living options with a kitchenette, closet, and flexible space perfect for an exercise room or whatever your heart desires. A detached office provides a quiet environment for working from home, while the separate artist studio is ideal for creative pursuits. Relax on your porch beneath the stars and watch the local wildlife pass by. Alamitos Creek runs nearby, and you're just down the road from the famous La Forêt restaurant, as well as miles of scenic hiking trails. The New Almaden Community Club provides a gathering place for neighbors to celebrate the holidays, featuring family-friendly events such as the Easter Egg Hunt, 4th of July BBQ, New Almaden Day Parade, and Christmastime visits with Santa Claus. Families will also appreciate the excellent schools: Graystone Elementary, Bret Harte Middle School, and Leland High School. This is a very special and unique property, a perfect blend of charm, opportunity, and natural beauty.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
1.41 acresLot Size
$1,342Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jamie Sweeney•DRE #01331223• Compass
Contact: 408-781-5775
Bought with Lizbeth Alarcon•DRE #01290820• eXp Realty of Northern Califor
Own a slice of country heaven with this adorable cottage featuring central air conditioning. Nestled on 1.4 acres in historic New Almaden, the home backs up to Quicksilver Park. It offers incredible views, privacy, and a rare opportunity to enjoy the country lifestyle while still being just minutes from town. The garage expands your living options with a kitchenette, closet, and flexible space perfect for an exercise room or whatever your heart desires. A detached office provides a quiet environment for working from home, while the separate artist studio is ideal for creative pursuits. Relax on your porch beneath the stars and watch the local wildlife pass by. Alamitos Creek runs nearby, and you're just down the road from the famous La For t restaurant, as well as miles of scenic hiking trails. The New Almaden Community Club provides a gathering place for neighbors to celebrate the holidays, featuring family-friendly events such as the Easter Egg Hunt, 4th of July BBQ, New Almaden Day Parade, and Christmastime visits with Santa Claus. Families will also appreciate the excellent schools: Graystone Elementary, Bret Harte Middle School, and Leland High School. This is a very special and unique property, a perfect blend of charm, opportunity, and natural beauty.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80554911
Sep 25, 2025
Listing Removed
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80562143
Sep 25, 2025
Listing Removed
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MLSListings #ML81466016
Jul 24, 2015
Sold
$740,000
$771/sq ft
Jun 2, 2015
Contingent
—
May 19, 2015
Listed
$800,000
$833/sq ft
SDMLS #301799068
Jul 24, 2015
Sold
$740,000
$771/sq ft
May 19, 2015
Listed
$800,000
$833/sq ft
MLSListings #ML81456971
Jul 24, 2015
Sold
$740,000
$771/sq ft
Jun 2, 2015
Contingent
—
May 12, 2015
Price Changed
$800,000
$833/sq ft
Mar 26, 2015
Listed
$850,000
$885/sq ft
Mar 24, 2015
Listed
$800,000
$833/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 28, 2007
Sold
$735,000
$766/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80727733
Aug 28, 2007
Sold
$734,888
$766/sq ft
Jul 13, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jun 28, 2007
Contingent
—
May 22, 2007
Listed
$765,000
$797/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80636085
Jul 5, 2006
Sold
$750,000
$781/sq ft
Jul 5, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jun 19, 2006
Sold
$750,000
$781/sq ft
Jun 14, 2006
Listed
$835,000
$870/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 31, 1995
Sold
$191,000
$199/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,939 (+5.6%)
$950,000 + $150,000
$1,100,000
2024
$5,626 (+1.6%)
$207,373 + $282,787
$490,160
2023
$5,539 (+0.8%)
$203,307 + $277,243
$480,550
2022
$5,495 (+1.6%)
$199,321 + $271,807
$471,128
2021
$5,408 (+1.5%)
$195,413 + $266,478
$461,891
2020
$5,326 (+2.2%)
$191,582 + $261,253
$452,835
2019
$5,212 (+0.3%)
$189,618 + $258,575
$448,193
2018
$5,196 (+0.8%)
$185,900 + $253,505
$439,405
2017
$5,155 (+2.5%)
$178,682 + $243,662
$422,344
2016
$5,030 (−45.5%)
$178,682 + $243,662
$422,344
2015
$9,226 (+11.7%)
$175,179 + $238,885
$414,064
2014
$8,259 (+25.6%)
$642,700 + $22,500
$665,200
2012
$6,574 (−5.0%)
$561,500 + $27,200
$588,700
2011
$6,921 (−9.9%)
$562,020 + $19,380
$581,400
2010
$7,677 (+2.5%)
$551,000 + $19,000
$570,000
2009
$7,493 (−8.4%)
$612,200 + $21,500
$633,700
2008
$8,180
$674,500 + $23,600
$698,100
Tax history for 21177 Almaden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,939 (+5.6%)
$950,000 + $150,000
$1,100,000
2024
$5,626 (+1.6%)
$207,373 + $282,787
$490,160
2023
$5,539 (+0.8%)
$203,307 + $277,243
$480,550
2022
$5,495 (+1.6%)
$199,321 + $271,807
$471,128
2021
$5,408 (+1.5%)
$195,413 + $266,478
$461,891
2020
$5,326 (+2.2%)
$191,582 + $261,253
$452,835
2019
$5,212 (+0.3%)
$189,618 + $258,575
$448,193
2018
$5,196 (+0.8%)
$185,900 + $253,505
$439,405
2017
$5,155 (+2.5%)
$178,682 + $243,662
$422,344
2016
$5,030 (−45.5%)
$178,682 + $243,662
$422,344
2015
$9,226 (+11.7%)
$175,179 + $238,885
$414,064
2014
$8,259 (+25.6%)
$642,700 + $22,500
$665,200
2012
$6,574 (−5.0%)
$561,500 + $27,200
$588,700
2011
$6,921 (−9.9%)
$562,020 + $19,380
$581,400
2010
$7,677 (+2.5%)
$551,000 + $19,000
$570,000
2009
$7,493 (−8.4%)
$612,200 + $21,500
$633,700
2008
$8,180
$674,500 + $23,600
$698,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.41 Acres
Year renovated
1948
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
58314022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Dec 14, 2018 • Final
Construction
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
Dec 14, 2018 • Final
Construction
Demolish a barn.
Demolition
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.
Fireplace Description: In Living Room, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
View: Mountains
Roof: Tar and Gravel, Other (See Remarks)
Building Information
Style: Cottage
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Type: Wood
Concrete Slab, Other
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 960
Property Information
Horse Property: Possible
Property Faces: West
Property Primary ID: 172020
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 1.4118
Lot Description: Grade (Hilly)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: RR-H1
Financial
Tax/Assessment Information
City Transfer Tax: Yes
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Connected
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School: Graystone Elementary
Elementary School District: San Jose Unified
Middle School: Bret Harte Middle
High School: Leland High
High School District: San Jose Unified
Location Information
Right before arriving at the property, the speed limit turns to 25MPH, and there will be an open meadow on the left side and a sign on the right side that says: "Welcome to Historic New Almaden, " and another sign reminding you to slow down.
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1948
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 58314022
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Graystone Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
9/10
Bret Harte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
Leland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
10/10
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Local insights from Redfin agents
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