20420 Almaden Rd, San Jose, CA 95120, USA

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Property Overview:

20420 Almaden Rd is a single-family home in San Jose, CA 95120, built in 1948. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,024 sq. ft. of living space on a 1.7-acre lot. The property includes a parking garage and is currently valued at approximately $1,164,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 9.3% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 6.3% (lower than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Graystone Elementary, Bret Harte Middle, and Leland High.

    • Average SAT score: 1057 (higher than state average of 975).
    • Closest private school: Challenger School - Almaden.

  • Job Market:

    • 76.1% white-collar jobs, 23.9% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 2.2% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 36,380 (7% growth since 2000).
    • 86% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (19.62%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 34.8°F (January), 72.2°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 25.9 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $130,878.
    • Average annual spending: $84,719.

Property Features & Investment Potential:

  • Zoning: RR-SR (Single Family Residential), allows for additional dwelling units (ADU & Junior ADU).
  • Lot Size: 1.7 acres (approx. 0.95 usable acres).
  • Utilities: Septic system, public water (San Jose Water), electricity (PGE).
  • Setbacks: 30 ft (sides), 100 ft (street), 150 ft (creek bank).
  • Development Opportunity:
    • Potential for SB9 lot split (visual renderings show multiple homes: existing ADU, adjacent 2nd home, and a 3,200 sq. ft. SFR on a second parcel).
    • Ideal for investors and developers seeking infill opportunities in a high-demand area.
  • Rental Estimate: $2,632–$3,337/month.
  • Nearby Amenities:
    • Parks: Cathedral Oaks Park, Singer Park, Almaden Quicksilver County Park.
    • Dining: La Foret Restaurant, IBM Almaden Research Center.
    • Shopping and trails nearby.

Location Benefits:

  • Highly sought-after Almaden Valley neighborhood with top-rated schools.
  • Scenic surroundings: Rolling hills, lush parks, and hiking trails.
  • Convenient access to San Jose’s tech hub and city amenities.
  • Strong property value appreciation and family-friendly community.
  • Flexible site layout for multi-generational or investment-focused development.

Buyer to confirm all zoning and land-use details with Santa Clara County and the City of San Jose.

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Price and Status History

date type price
2019-10-02 Off Market NaN
2019-10-05 For Sale NaN
2023-09-08 Off Market NaN
2024-01-22 For Sale 5196261
2024-11-19 For Sale 1399000
2024-12-25 Pending NaN
2025-01-15 Sold 1225000
2025-01-17 Sold 1268500
2025-01-22 For Sale 1418037
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Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

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Flood Risk Info

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A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.

Earthquake Risk Info

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San Andreas - Santa Cruz Lick Observatory 0 0 0
San Andreas - Santa Cruz Loma Prieta 0 0 1
San Andreas - Santa Cruz Los Gatos 0 0 1
South Hayward Laurel 0 0 0
South Hayward Lick Observatory 0 0 1
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Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
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Very high 0 1 0 0

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 1 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 2
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