You will be hard-pressed to find a more lovingly-maintained and beautiful home (both inside and out) of this size than this extensively remodeled and decked-out stunner in the scenic heart of the Cory yet just a short walk from Valley Fair & Santana Row and a quick commute to Apple, Google's planned Downtown West complex, & multiple world-class employers. Meticulously preserved and thoroughly improved over the years by the current owner, words don't do this one justice -- a visit is necessary to fully appreciate the litany of designer touches, including a luxurious chef's kitchen with Italian Marble countertops and island, two comfortable living areas with picturesque views of the gorgeous landscaping, spacious bathroom with separate tub and walk-in shower, 200 amp electrical service, central heating & air, relaxing covered patio with custom paver hardscape accessible from luxury French doors for seamless indoor/outdoor living/dining, and a detached garage with ADU potential. Currently configured as a two-bedroom with a massive combined bedroom suite, can easily be returned to its original three bedroom layout. Make sure to see it before it's gone to witness the uncommon warmth and pride of ownership in this home and neighborhood.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
5,500 sq ftLot Size
$1,306Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ryan Nickell•DRE #02013579• ROI Real Estate
Contact: 408-758-8676
Bought with Julie Crisafulli•DRE #01774093• Coldwell Banker Realty
Original owner is selling her beloved home! Charming 3 bedroom home in San Jose's Cory neighborhood. Walk 1 mile to Santana Row and Westfield Valley Fair Mall. Real oak hardwood floors. Dining area leads out to the covered patio. Separate 2 car garage with plenty of space. Kitchen has been expanded to provide a Great Room for entertaining and family fun. Ready for you to move in and enjoy!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,768 (+81.0%)
$1,226,200 + $408,800
$1,635,000
2024
$12,581 (+1.9%)
$1,312,500 + $437,500
$1,750,000
2023
$12,341 (+0.9%)
$675,541 + $289,515
$965,056
2022
$12,234 (+2.1%)
$662,296 + $283,839
$946,135
2021
$11,983 (+2.3%)
$649,310 + $278,274
$927,584
2020
$11,712 (+2.2%)
$636,579 + $272,818
$909,397
2019
$11,462 (+0.3%)
$630,052 + $270,021
$900,073
2018
$11,430 (+0.8%)
$617,699 + $264,727
$882,426
2017
$11,340 (+1.7%)
$593,714 + $254,449
$848,163
2016
$11,149 (+0.6%)
$593,714 + $254,449
$848,163
2015
$11,077 (+732.9%)
$582,073 + $249,460
$831,533
2014
$1,330 (+2.3%)
$23,154 + $39,552
$62,706
2012
$1,300 (+1.3%)
$23,050 + $39,374
$62,424
2011
$1,283 (+6.0%)
$22,599 + $38,602
$61,201
2010
$1,211 (+2.4%)
$22,156 + $37,846
$60,002
2009
$1,182 (+8.8%)
$21,991 + $37,564
$59,555
2008
$1,087
$21,612 + $36,916
$58,528
Tax history for 2428 Tulip Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,768 (+81.0%)
$1,226,200 + $408,800
$1,635,000
2024
$12,581 (+1.9%)
$1,312,500 + $437,500
$1,750,000
2023
$12,341 (+0.9%)
$675,541 + $289,515
$965,056
2022
$12,234 (+2.1%)
$662,296 + $283,839
$946,135
2021
$11,983 (+2.3%)
$649,310 + $278,274
$927,584
2020
$11,712 (+2.2%)
$636,579 + $272,818
$909,397
2019
$11,462 (+0.3%)
$630,052 + $270,021
$900,073
2018
$11,430 (+0.8%)
$617,699 + $264,727
$882,426
2017
$11,340 (+1.7%)
$593,714 + $254,449
$848,163
2016
$11,149 (+0.6%)
$593,714 + $254,449
$848,163
2015
$11,077 (+732.9%)
$582,073 + $249,460
$831,533
2014
$1,330 (+2.3%)
$23,154 + $39,552
$62,706
2012
$1,300 (+1.3%)
$23,050 + $39,374
$62,424
2011
$1,283 (+6.0%)
$22,599 + $38,602
$61,201
2010
$1,211 (+2.4%)
$22,156 + $37,846
$60,002
2009
$1,182 (+8.8%)
$21,991 + $37,564
$59,555
2008
$1,087
$21,612 + $36,916
$58,528
*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
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
1,299
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
27454002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 22, 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
Jan 30, 2015 • Final
1 & 2 family detached dwellings
Electrical
HVAC
Plumbing
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
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 3
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 3
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
Family Room Description: Separate Family Room
Dining Room Description: Dining Area
Kitchen Description: Countertop (Marble), Oven (Double), Oven Range
Interior Features
Laundry: Inside
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Wood-Burning
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1
Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Gate, Wood, Other (See Remarks)
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Living Sq. Ft.: 1,299
Security Features: Security Fence
Property Information
Property Primary ID: 382491
Lot Information
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R1-8
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities
Water Information
Water: Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 1
School Information
Elementary School District: San Jose Unified
High School District: San Jose Unified
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,299
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Santa Clara County
APN: 27454002
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 22, 2026
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Merritt Trace Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
Herbert Hoover Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
Abraham Lincoln High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
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