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Grand hilltop estate with awe-inspiring, unobstructed sunset, city lights, and valley views spanning from San Francisco to San Jose! This enormous ~5,688 sf home rests on 2 parcels of ~1.7 acres and is embraced by undeveloped hillside almost encircling it. Only 10 minutes to hwy 680. Leave the bustle of the valley as you ascend to these breathtaking views. A sweepingly large and open kitchen/family room accommodate large gatherings while drinking in the views and sunsets through walls of glass. The formal dining room opens to the living room with soaring ceilings, fireplace, and a graceful curved staircase. The breezeway office boasts relaxing views. A generous primary suite invites in the one-of-a-kind views. Its private balcony beckons an idyllic sanctuary. 3 more upstairs bedrooms served by a large, full bathroom. The 5th bedroom and 3rd full bathroom are conveniently downstairs. On the left side of the house is a 1-bed 1-bath apartment with separate entrance for possible ADU conversion or additional living quarters. A 3-car attached garage and a 2-car garage house 5 cars. All of this grandeur and privacy conveniently close to hwy 680, restaurants, and shopping. Arguably one of the rarest, magnificent views in all of Santa Clara County sweeping from San Francisco to San Jose!
Single-familyProperty Type
1994Year Built
1.69 acresLot Size
$668Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Catherine Gortner•DRE #01370537• Catherine Gortner Properties
Berryessa, located between the Diablo Range foothills and Downtown San Jose, is a residential and commercial San Jose neighborhood with hillside views and a growing transit spine. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Berryessa Road and North Capitol Avenue corridor, where plazas, taquerias, bakeries, and small specialty shops keep the sidewalks active. The San Jose Flea Market anchors weekends with long-running vendor rows and food stands. Penitencia Creek Park threads green space through the area with a paved trail and shaded pockets. Mid-century ranch homes mix with newer townhome clusters near BART, shaping a practical, commute-minded rhythm. Alum Rock Park sits nearby, adding rugged open space and trailheads at the city’s edge.
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Offer insights
3625 Sierra Rd · $3,800,000
$3.79M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $3.79M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
25 days
The average home goes pending in 14 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
103.3%
Most homes are selling 3% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
High ceilings
Living room fireplace
Bedrooms
Primary suite/retreat with walk-in closet
Ground floor bedroom
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Double sinks
Primary stall shower(s)
Primary oversized tub
Full bath on ground floor
Combination of stall showers and shower-over-tub
Kitchen
Granite countertops
Pantry
Electric cooktop
Electric oven range
Microwave
Garbage disposal
Laundry & utility
Inside laundry
Laundry room
Utility room
Washer/dryer space indicated (inside)
Flooring
Wood flooring
Marble flooring
Carpet
Vinyl/Linoleum
Heating & cooling
Heating with 2+ zones
Exterior features
Balcony/Patio
Deck
Views of bay, city lights, hills, pasture and valley
Apartment over garage (legal ADU type)
Home design
Single-story design
Apartment over garage
Entry level not specified
Parking
Attached garage
Detached parking available
Five garage spaces
Construction
Composition roof
Concrete perimeter and slab foundation
Building area approximately 5,688 (building size provided)
Utilities
Public water
Public utilities
Solar
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Grand hilltop estate with awe-inspiring, unobstructed sunset, city lights, and valley views spanning from San Francisco to San Jose! This enormous ~5,688 sf home rests on 2 parcels of ~1.7 acres and is embraced by undeveloped hillside almost encircling it. Only 10 minutes to hwy 680. Leave the bustle of the valley as you ascend to these breathtaking views. A sweepingly large and open kitchen/family room accommodate large gatherings while drinking in the views and sunsets through walls of glass. The formal dining room opens to the living room with soaring ceilings, fireplace, and a graceful curved staircase. The breezeway office boasts relaxing views. A generous primary suite invites in the one-of-a-kind views. Its private balcony beckons an idyllic sanctuary. 3 more upstairs bedrooms served by a large, full bathroom. The 5th bedroom and 3rd full bathroom are conveniently downstairs. On the left side of the house is a 1-bed 1-bath apartment with separate entrance for possible ADU conversion or additional living quarters. A 3-car attached garage and a 2-car garage house 5 cars. All of this grandeur and privacy conveniently close to hwy 680, restaurants, and shopping. Arguably one of the rarest, magnificent views in all of Santa Clara County sweeping from San Francisco to San Jose!
Public Records
May 18, 1988
Sold
$325,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,209 (+1.3%)
$253,796 + $743,563
$997,359
2024
$12,055 (+1.4%)
$248,820 + $728,984
$977,804
2023
$11,894 (+0.4%)
$243,942 + $714,691
$958,633
2022
$11,852 (+2.9%)
$239,159 + $700,678
$939,837
2021
$11,517 (+2.4%)
$234,470 + $686,940
$921,410
2020
$11,243 (+4.2%)
$229,873 + $673,471
$903,344
2019
$10,786 (+0.8%)
$227,516 + $666,566
$894,082
2018
$10,703 (−0.9%)
$223,055 + $653,497
$876,552
2017
$10,798 (+4.5%)
$214,395 + $628,122
$842,517
2016
$10,333 (+1.1%)
$214,395 + $628,122
$842,517
2015
$10,216 (+4.6%)
$210,192 + $615,806
$825,998
2014
$9,771 (+2.1%)
$202,980 + $594,676
$797,656
2012
$9,572 (+3.1%)
$202,063 + $591,989
$794,052
2011
$9,288 (+1.1%)
$198,101 + $580,382
$778,483
2010
$9,185 (+0.8%)
$194,217 + $569,002
$763,219
2009
$9,112 (+5.7%)
$192,766 + $564,750
$757,516
2008
$8,619
$189,436 + $554,993
$744,429
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.57 Acres
Year renovated
1994
Finished Sq. Ft.
5,688
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
5,688
Year built
1994
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Clara County
APN
59506027
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
Dec 14, 2018 • Final
Construction
Construct an addition to a residential building.
Addition
Dec 14, 2018 • Final
Construction
Construct a new single-family home with an attached garage.
New construction
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
22 unhealthy days expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
San Jose, CA • 95132
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in San Jose. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 3625 Sierra Rd
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $1,800,000 and $2,400,888.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.8M to $2.4M.