Sold363d on marketHistoric · 89 yrs
16021 Alta Vista Way
San Jose, CA, 95127 • East Foothills • Santa Clara County
$2,475,000
$830/sqft
5Beds
3Baths
2,981Sqft
0.53 acLot
1937Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Bay · City Lights · Golf Course · Hills · Mountain(s) · Valley
Contemporary,Ranch Style
Built 1937 · 89 years of history
Outdoor Living
Balcony/Patio
Sheds
Sheds
2-Car Garage
Attached · Garage Door Opener · Off Street · On Street · Parking Area · Oversized
Hardwood & Marble & Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
11 views
People checking out this listing
363 days on market
Established listing
$830/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1937 · Historic
Perfectly perched in the exclusive Highlands Hillside neighborhood above the prestigious San Jose Country Club, this luxurious five bedroom home offers ineffable west facing Bay Area views, warm sunsets, and world class ambience. Set on a sprawling half acre, potential for a subdivision, an ADU, and your own private orchard/vineyard. This exquisitely remodeled home blends classic charm with modern convenience, featuring a designer chef's kitchen, a luxurious primary suite, and elegant formal living/dining spaces ideal for entertaining year round. A spacious open covered balcony provides an idyllic indoor-outdoor living experience with world class views. The professionally landscaped grounds boast a rich substantial orchard, a variety of specimen fruit trees and shrubs, low maintenance drought-tolerant plants, low voltage up lighting, a secure gated entrance with long private driveway, ample guest parking, and an EV-equipped garage. Located in the County within footsteps to the sprawling Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve and minutes from major highway corridors, this home offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and stunning scenery. Not to miss!
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$15,769/month
Principal & Interest$12,469
Property Tax$2,475
Insurance$825
Down payment20% ($495,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.46% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,980,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence, Residential
Year Built1937
HeatingCentral Forced Air Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.53 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence, Residential
StyleContemporary,Ranch
Year built1937
Stories2
Systems
HeatingCentral Forced Air Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofComposition
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street, Parking Area, Oversized
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished
Fireplaces2
FencingGate
Lot0.53 Acres
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodEast Foothills
ZoningR1-10
Annual tax$26,299
Parcel61203011
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Gas Cooktop
Dishwasher
Exhaust Fan
Disposal
Range Hood
Microwave
Built In Oven/Range
Refrigerator
Dryer
Washer
Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Marble
Tile
Heating
Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Inside
Fireplace
Gas Starter
Living Room
Other Location
Wood Burning
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Back Yard
Fenced
Drought Tolerant Plants
Parking
Attached
Garage Door Opener
Off Street
On Street
Parking Area
Oversized
Patio & Porch
Balcony/Patio
Lot Features
Mostly Level
Sloped Down
Sloped Up
Views
Bay
City Lights
Golf Course
Hills
Mountain(s)
Valley
Utilities
Public Utilities
Water Public
Gas
PublicUtilities
Other Structures
Sheds
Room details
5 rooms detailed
Bedroom
PrimarySuiteRetreatWalkinCloset
Bathroom
DoubleSinksGraniteMarblePrimaryStallShowersShoweroverTub1StallShowerStallShower2plus
Dining Room
FormalDiningRoom
Family Room
KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
Countertop_StoneExhaustFanPantry
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market363
Est. value$2,397,400
Est. rent$6,018/mo
Tax rate1.19%
Price/sqft$830
On marketFeb 13, 2025
PostedFeb 14, 2025
Last sold$2,475,000
MLS updatedJan 29, 2026
Tour days6
Views11
How are the schools in San Jose?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
San Jose, CA, 95127
Price history
9 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 11, 2025Sold$2,475,000$830MLSListings Inc
Apr 2, 2025Pending Sale$2,499,888$839MLSListings Inc
Mar 14, 2025Contingent$2,499,888$839MLSListings Inc
Mar 12, 2025Price Change$2,499,888$839MLSListings Inc
Feb 14, 2025Listed For Sale$2,688,000$902MLSListings Inc
Jun 4, 2018Sold$1,735,000$582MLSListings Inc
May 9, 2018Pending Sale$1,639,000$550Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Los Gatos
Apr 20, 2018Listed For Sale$1,639,000$550Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Dec 7, 2000Sold$1,165,000$391Public Record
Sold$2,475,000
Apr 11, 2025•$830/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Pending Sale$2,499,888
Apr 2, 2025•$839/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Contingent$2,499,888
Mar 14, 2025•$839/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Price Change$2,499,888
Mar 12, 2025•$839/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Listed For Sale$2,688,000
Feb 14, 2025•$902/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Sold$1,735,000
Jun 4, 2018•$582/sqft•MLSListings Inc
Pending Sale$1,639,000
May 9, 2018•$550/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Los Gatos
Listed For Sale$1,639,000
Apr 20, 2018•$550/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Sold$1,165,000
Dec 7, 2000•$391/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$26,299$1,974,129
Apr 10, 2024$25,856$1,935,421
Apr 10, 2023$25,434$1,897,473
Apr 10, 2022$24,851$1,860,269
Apr 10, 2021$23,985$1,823,794
Apr 10, 2020$23,734$1,805,094
Apr 10, 2019$23,734$1,769,700
Apr 10, 2018$20,619$1,542,822
Apr 10, 2017$20,619$1,512,571
Apr 10, 2016$20,778$1,482,914
Apr 10, 2015$14,378$1,050,000
Apr 10, 2014$11,680$850,000
Apr 10, 2013—$823,400
Apr 10, 2012—$730,000
Apr 10, 2011—$756,000
Apr 10, 2010—$812,200
Apr 10, 2009—$1,233,900
Apr 10, 2008—$999,000
Apr 10, 2007—$1,122,500
Apr 10, 2006—$1,111,500
Apr 10, 2005—$950,000
Apr 10, 2004—$1,087,200
Apr 10, 2003—$1,035,500
Apr 10, 2002—$950,000
Apr 10, 2001—$1,165,000
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San Jose, CA • Santa Clara County
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Nearby zip codes
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