Property Overview:
1192 Brace Ave is a single-family home in San Jose, CA (Willow Glen), built in 1939. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,780 sq. ft. of living space. Additional highlights include a parking garage, fireplace, cooling system, and a pool. The estimated home value is $1,961,000 (last sold for $1,300,000 in 2015).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 14.6% (higher than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 15.6% (higher than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Willow Glen Elementary, Willow Glen Middle, and Willow Glen High.- Average SAT score: 1057 (above state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 68% white-collar jobs, 32% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 3.3% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 44,603 (4% growth since 2000)
- 65% families with children
- Largest age groups: 35-44 (16.02%) and 45-54 (15.67%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 42.7°F (January), 77.0°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 14.2 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $76,483
- Average annual spending: $57,364
Property Features:
- Fully updated and meticulously maintained home just one block from Downtown Willow Glen
- Gourmet kitchen:
- Custom pine cabinets
- Stainless steel appliances (Bosch)
- Granite or quartz countertops
- Travertine floors
- Hot water dispenser
- Large island with breakfast bar
- Decorative fixtures
- Skylights
- Master suite:
- Walk-in closet with built-ins
- French doors to backyard
- Flamed limestone floors
- Custom-designed bathroom with dual sinks, walk-in steam shower, multiple shower heads, benches, and Velux skylights
- Living areas:
- Open floor plan with high/vaulted ceilings
- Recessed/LED lighting
- Dual-pane windows
- Hardwood and stone flooring
- Surround sound
- Energy-efficient HVAC and Nest smart thermostat
- CAT5 internet lines and upgraded electrical outlets
- Basement:
- Partial/finished (approx. 100 sq. ft.)—ideal as a wine cellar or storage
- Outdoor amenities:
- Pebble tech pool with French limestone pool deck and patio
- Owned solar system
- Freshly painted exterior
- 1000 sq. ft. Trex deck
- Serene backyard with grassy area, veggie garden, fruit trees, and uplighting
- New pool fence
- Garage & Additional Space:
- Detached, extra-deep garage (2-car)
- Multifunctional room/office/guest suite (approx. 300-330 sq. ft.) with full bathroom, custom cabinetry, wet bar, ductless heat pump/AC, and sliding doors to pool
- Auto gate for safety and privacy
- Multiple parking spaces and extra attic storage
- Recent upgrades:
- New HVAC, tankless water heater, kitchen/plumbing improvements, leaf filter gutter protection, custom plantation shutters
Location Benefits:
- Prime Willow Glen location—just steps from Downtown Willow Glen/Lincoln Avenue
- Tree-lined, tranquil neighborhood with easy access to restaurants, shopping, schools, tech employers, downtown San Jose, and SJ International Airport
- Commuter-friendly with proximity to major highways and public transportation
- Ideal for family living, entertaining, and work-from-home flexibility