Historic 3bd/3ba home located in Beautiful New Almaden. The year round creek flowing through the backyard makes this property rare and ideal for outdoor living. Your family will enjoy the numerous hiking/biking trails, local reservoirs, canyon and mountain views. Located in one of the most highly regarded public school districts, this is an opportunity that doesn't come around often!
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$934Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Chris Boehner•DRE #01890765• Richard G. Matusich & Assoc., Inc.
Contact: 408-499-0122
Bought with Sarah Boyer•DRE #02132955• Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Historic 3bd/3ba home located in beautiful New Almaden. The tranquil sounds of the year round Alamitos Creek flowing through the backyard makes this property rare and ideal for outdoor living. The large open floor plan directs its views to a lush creek side setting. It's old world, rich history has several local events that makes it one of the truly last great neighborhoods. With various wildlife strolling through along the creek banks and throughout the hillside, allows you to escape the city while only being 2.5 miles to Almaden Expressway. Easy access to 85/87 and a convenient back way to 101/Bailey or Watsonville Rd in Morgan Hill. Your family will enjoy the numerous hiking/biking trails, local reservoirs, canyon and mountain views, and the highly acclaimed French restaurant La Foret. Located in one of the most highly regarded public school districts, this is an opportunity that doesn't come around often!
MLSListings #ML81459971
Dec 9, 2015
Sold
$740,000
$437/sq ft
Oct 2, 2015
Pending
—
Sep 22, 2015
Price Changed
$749,999
$443/sq ft
Sep 21, 2015
Price Changed
$799,999
$472/sq ft
Sep 21, 2015
Relisted
—
Aug 16, 2015
Contingent
—
Aug 3, 2015
Price Changed
$825,000
$487/sq ft
Jul 21, 2015
Price Changed
$849,000
$501/sq ft
Jul 8, 2015
Relisted
—
Jun 30, 2015
Contingent
—
Apr 15, 2015
Listed
$899,000
$531/sq ft
+18
Price Reduced! Rare opportunity to own one of the truly special homes of the area! This unique Historic home is located in a tranquil creek-side setting. Remodeled kitchen w/ Corian counters & hardwood floors overlooks mature landscaped yard and creek; large living room; high ceilings; all bedrooms on main level; family room and full bath on lower level. Top Schools! Graystone, Bret Harte & Leland. Must See!
Public Records
May 9, 2003
Sold
$710,000
$419/sq ft
MLSListings #ML80300015
May 16, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Mar 27, 2003
Sold
$710,000
$419/sq ft
Jan 1, 2003
Listed
$750,000
$443/sq ft
Public Records
May 26, 1989
Sold
$370,000
$218/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,985 (+10.7%)
$180,600 + $77,600
$258,200
2024
$2,697 (−19.0%)
$169,600 + $72,900
$242,500
2023
$3,332 (−14.7%)
$155,700 + $67,000
$222,700
2022
$3,906 (+0.3%)
$194,200 + $83,500
$277,700
2021
$3,896 (+21.5%)
$226,600 + $97,500
$324,100
2020
$3,207 (+2.1%)
$262,700 + $52,600
$315,300
2019
$3,140 (−5.3%)
$167,400 + $96,700
$264,100
2018
$3,315 (+2.4%)
$164,100 + $94,800
$258,900
2017
$3,237 (+77.5%)
$164,900 + $95,200
$260,100
2016
$1,824 (−13.8%)
$164,900 + $95,200
$260,100
2015
$2,116 (+20.8%)
$88,100 + $50,900
$139,000
2014
$1,751 (−1.6%)
$88,100 + $50,900
$139,000
2012
$1,780 (−3.2%)
$106,200 + $61,400
$167,600
2011
$1,838 (−3.1%)
$91,600 + $52,900
$144,500
2010
$1,897 (−3.7%)
$94,900 + $54,800
$149,700
2009
$1,969 (+4.0%)
$98,127 + $56,695
$154,822
2008
$1,893
$101,094 + $58,410
$159,504
Tax history for 21490 Almaden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,985 (+10.7%)
$180,600 + $77,600
$258,200
2024
$2,697 (−19.0%)
$169,600 + $72,900
$242,500
2023
$3,332 (−14.7%)
$155,700 + $67,000
$222,700
2022
$3,906 (+0.3%)
$194,200 + $83,500
$277,700
2021
$3,896 (+21.5%)
$226,600 + $97,500
$324,100
2020
$3,207 (+2.1%)
$262,700 + $52,600
$315,300
2019
$3,140 (−5.3%)
$167,400 + $96,700
$264,100
2018
$3,315 (+2.4%)
$164,100 + $94,800
$258,900
2017
$3,237 (+77.5%)
$164,900 + $95,200
$260,100
2016
$1,824 (−13.8%)
$164,900 + $95,200
$260,100
2015
$2,116 (+20.8%)
$88,100 + $50,900
$139,000
2014
$1,751 (−1.6%)
$88,100 + $50,900
$139,000
2012
$1,780 (−3.2%)
$106,200 + $61,400
$167,600
2011
$1,838 (−3.1%)
$91,600 + $52,900
$144,500
2010
$1,897 (−3.7%)
$94,900 + $54,800
$149,700
2009
$1,969 (+4.0%)
$98,127 + $56,695
$154,822
2008
$1,893
$101,094 + $58,410
$159,504
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,694
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
58318006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Apr 26, 2019 • Final
Construction
Add new living space and a carport to the building. Remodel the existing structure.
Addition
Remodel
Dec 14, 2018 • Final
Construction
Perform residential repairs.
Remodel
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Description: On Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: Inverted Floor Plan
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathroom Description: 2+ Stall Shower
Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Interior Features
Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V)
Flooring: Wood, Other (See Remarks)
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Gas Log, Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 2
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air (Gas)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Wood Shakes/Shingles
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter and Slab
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,694
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 146802
Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.2813
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: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Septic Tank/Pump
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2
School Information
Elementary School District: San Jose Unified
High School District: San Jose Unified
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,694
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 58318006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 21, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: No
Around this home
Schools
Graystone Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
Bret Harte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
Leland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Local insights from Redfin agents
On average, homes in Almaden Valley sell after 17 days on the market compared to 21 days last year. However, there were 86 homes sold just last August .