The small cottage is upgraded with hardwood and marble tile flooring, double paned windows and more. The cottage is tucked into the side of the property and accessed via a solar powered gate. There are two entrances to the property and lots of turn around space. Best Almaden Schools, close to town in an easy access private location. Bring your horses. Flat over 3 acres with spectacular views. Fully fenced, surveyed and more. Already built and permitted 4 stall M. D. Barn with paddocks, feed storage and tack/office room. A short court dressage arena wide enough for jumping. Direct private access to miles of trails. This is the perfect equestrian property. The large detached garage and other sheds can be utilized or removed to expand the arena size. Approx. $500k in improvements over the last 7 years, with most of that in survey and perimeter fencing in preparation to build a larger house. Public water supply is available at the entry to the lot. There are two wells; one active and one deeper well approved for hook up.
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
3.19 acresLot Size
$1,707Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lorraine Combs•DRE #01198343• Compass
Contact: 408-309-9117
Bought with Joel Stieber•DRE #02002877• KW Bay Area Estates
Imagine The Possibilities!. Rarely does a flat, usable three acre country property come along that also has access to the highly rated, extremely desirable Almaden Valley schools. This property has been owned by the same family for over 50 years and it's now ready for it's new owners who are looking for the perfect location to build their dream home, to plant their own vineyard, enjoy horses or livestock, create an awesome organic farm or escape to their tranquil weekend retreat. Enjoy all the benefits of country living while being only minutes away from top scoring schools, Safeway, Starbucks and Ace Hardware. The Santa Teresa County Park is literally right outside your front door with equestrian, hiking and biking trails. Just minutes away you also have the Almaden Quicksilver County Park, Calero County Park/Reservoir and Cinnabar Golf Course and the start of the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail. Remodel the farmhouse, build your own dream estate home, or anything in between.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,816 (+39.2%)
$1,530,000 + $408,000
$1,938,000
2024
$16,396 (+1.6%)
$1,500,000 + $400,000
$1,900,000
2023
$16,142 (+1.0%)
$1,218,612 + $210,896
$1,429,508
2022
$15,988 (+7.0%)
$1,194,718 + $206,761
$1,401,479
2021
$14,938 (+12.0%)
$1,171,293 + $202,707
$1,374,000
2020
$13,338 (+14.6%)
$1,089,400 + $188,600
$1,278,000
2019
$11,638 (−12.9%)
$970,000 + $175,000
$1,145,000
2018
$13,360 (+11.6%)
$850,000 + $150,000
$1,000,000
2017
$11,977 (+1,579.7%)
$1,071,000 + $153,000
$1,224,000
2016
$713 (+0.8%)
$1,071,000 + $153,000
$1,224,000
2015
$707 (+3.8%)
$39,403 + $5,440
$44,843
2014
$681 (+3.5%)
$38,052 + $5,255
$43,307
2012
$658 (+1.9%)
$37,881 + $5,232
$43,113
2011
$646 (+0.9%)
$37,139 + $5,130
$42,269
2010
$640 (+0.8%)
$36,411 + $5,030
$41,441
2009
$635 (+3.5%)
$36,139 + $4,993
$41,132
2008
$614
$35,515 + $4,907
$40,422
Tax history for 21970 Fortini Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,816 (+39.2%)
$1,530,000 + $408,000
$1,938,000
2024
$16,396 (+1.6%)
$1,500,000 + $400,000
$1,900,000
2023
$16,142 (+1.0%)
$1,218,612 + $210,896
$1,429,508
2022
$15,988 (+7.0%)
$1,194,718 + $206,761
$1,401,479
2021
$14,938 (+12.0%)
$1,171,293 + $202,707
$1,374,000
2020
$13,338 (+14.6%)
$1,089,400 + $188,600
$1,278,000
2019
$11,638 (−12.9%)
$970,000 + $175,000
$1,145,000
2018
$13,360 (+11.6%)
$850,000 + $150,000
$1,000,000
2017
$11,977 (+1,579.7%)
$1,071,000 + $153,000
$1,224,000
2016
$713 (+0.8%)
$1,071,000 + $153,000
$1,224,000
2015
$707 (+3.8%)
$39,403 + $5,440
$44,843
2014
$681 (+3.5%)
$38,052 + $5,255
$43,307
2012
$658 (+1.9%)
$37,881 + $5,232
$43,113
2011
$646 (+0.9%)
$37,139 + $5,130
$42,269
2010
$640 (+0.8%)
$36,411 + $5,030
$41,441
2009
$635 (+3.5%)
$36,139 + $4,993
$41,132
2008
$614
$35,515 + $4,907
$40,422
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.19 Acres
Year renovated
1936
Sq. Ft.
1,000
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
70841017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 22, 2026.
Jul 9, 2023 • Final
Construction
Install a drainage system for a garage and total impervious area.
Grading
Jan 5, 2021 • Active
Minor
Upgrade the existing electrical service panel to a 200 amp service.
Electrical
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
Carport (Minimum): 2
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Workshop in Garage, Carport, Electric Car Hookup, Room for Oversized Vehicle
Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 1 (120 volts)
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathroom Description: Shower Over Tub, Marble, Tile, Full on Ground Floor, Half on Ground Floor
Water: Water Treatment System, Water Available at Street, Well (Domestic), Stream (Year Round)
Location
2nd Unit Information
Unit Description: 4
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
From McKean go down Fortini and turn right at the bottom then immediately left onto the continuation of Fortini.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,000
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.19 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 1936
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 70841017
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 22, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes
Around this home
Schools
Graystone Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
Bret Harte Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Leland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
10/10
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