1192 Brace Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, USA


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:

  • 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%)
  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Willow Glen Elementary, Willow Glen Middle, and Willow Glen High.

    • Average SAT score: 1057 (above state average of 975).
  • Job Market:

    • 68% white-collar jobs, 32% blue-collar jobs
    • Unemployment rate: 3.3% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
  • 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%)
  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 42.7°F (January), 77.0°F (July)
    • Average rainfall: 14.2 inches/year
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
  • 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

Price and Status History

date type price
1988-09-09 Off Market 170000
2015-04-15 Sold 1300000
2015-05-01 Sold 1300000
2021-09-22 For Sale NaN
2021-09-24 For Sale 1799950
2021-11-12 Pending 1800000
2023-09-09 Off Market NaN
2025-04-17 For Sale 2150000
2025-05-09 Sold 2096250

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