San Jose, CA 95126
$1,399,999
Beds
3
Baths
2
Living Space
1,452 SqFt
Year Built
1925
Lot Size
6,534 SqFt
Days
4
Welcome to 1516 Hester Avenue, beautifully updated in 2026 and ideally located in San Joses coveted Shasta-Hanchett Park neighborhood of the Rose Garden. This 1,452 sq. ft. home sits on a generous 6,534 sq. ft. lot and blends classic character with modern improvements. Inside, enjoy refinished and new solid oak hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, dual-pane windows, updated electrical wiring, new switches and outlets, and remodeled bathrooms. The open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, breakfast bar, skylight, and seamless connection to the family room. Additional features include a separate laundry room and storage. Outside, enjoy fresh exterior paint and stucco, new front-yard landscaping, and automatic irrigation. The detached two-car garage features new epoxy flooring and offers excellent storage, workspace, or potential future ADU conversion, subject to city approval. Major improvements also include a newer electrical panel installed in 2015. Outstanding Rose Garden location near the Municipal Rose Garden and Farmers Market, Lincoln High School, Herbert Hoover Middle School, Santana Row, Westfield Valley Fair, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Sprouts, Target, Caltrain, Guadalupe River Park, San Jose International Airport, and major commute routes.
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- Hester Elementary (Elementary) - Rating not listed - Luther Burbank Middle (Middle) - Rating not listed - Abraham Lincoln High (High) - Rating not listed School District: San Jose Unified
Hester Park is located at 1578 Naglee Ave and offers playgrounds for various age groups, picnic areas, and street parking. It is described as a charming public park with shaded areas, suitable for families.
The neighborhood surrounding 1516 Hester San Jose, CA is identified as the Davis neighborhood. This area is characterized by its car-dependent nature, with most errands requiring a vehicle. Local dining options include a variety of restaurants, with some listed by neighborhood such as those in Downtown, East San Jose, and Santana Row.
This location has a Walk Score of 33 out of 100 and a Transit Score of 43 out of 100. This indicates that most errands require a car, but there are a few nearby public transportation options. Verified transit routes include the 68 San Jose Diridon - Gilroy TC bus line and the Blue Line Baypointe - Santa Teresa rail line.
This neighborhood information is AI-generated based on the property address and publicly available data. Please verify important information independently. Do not rely solely on this information for property decisions. RoostHaven makes no warranties and assumes no liability for the accuracy or completeness of AI-generated information. School boundaries, ratings, and local amenities may change over time.
- Hester Elementary (Elementary) - Rating not listed - Luther Burbank Middle (Middle) - Rating not listed - Abraham Lincoln High (High) - Rating not listed School District: San Jose Unified
Hester Park is located at 1578 Naglee Ave and offers playgrounds for various age groups, picnic areas, and street parking. It is described as a charming public park with shaded areas, suitable for families.
The neighborhood surrounding 1516 Hester San Jose, CA is identified as the Davis neighborhood. This area is characterized by its car-dependent nature, with most errands requiring a vehicle. Local dining options include a variety of restaurants, with some listed by neighborhood such as those in Downtown, East San Jose, and Santana Row.
This location has a Walk Score of 33 out of 100 and a Transit Score of 43 out of 100. This indicates that most errands require a car, but there are a few nearby public transportation options. Verified transit routes include the 68 San Jose Diridon - Gilroy TC bus line and the Blue Line Baypointe - Santa Teresa rail line.
This neighborhood information is AI-generated based on the property address and publicly available data. Please verify important information independently. Do not rely solely on this information for property decisions. RoostHaven makes no warranties and assumes no liability for the accuracy or completeness of AI-generated information. School boundaries, ratings, and local amenities may change over time.
