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696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112 - Property report

Also known as: 696 E Empire St

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Property type

Two Family (02)

Year built

1925

Acreage

0.11

Sale price

$156,000

General Information

Address
Primary address
696 E Empire St
San Jose, CA 95112
Zip code
95112
Neighborhood
Downtown San Jose
County
Santa Clara
Municipality
San Jose
Parcel ID
249-55-055

Owner

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Sales
Sale date
12/30/1993
Sale price
$156,000
Arm's length
Tax
Tax year
2025-2026
Property tax
$3,202
Tax per sq. ft.
$2
Building
Property type
Two Family
Building sq. ft.
1,559
Stories
1
Year built
1925
Pool
N
Lot
Acreage
0.11
Zoning & use
Zoning
Two Family Residential (R-2)
Units
2

Area overview

Walk score
74 /100.  Very Walkable
Transit score
54 /100.  Good Transit
Bike score
92 /100.  Biker's Paradise
Ownership

Ownership information for 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA

Property owner name
Registered owner
Source
Deed
Owner contact information
Phone number
Owner address
Documents

Sales history for 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112

Sale date Sale price Buyer name Seller name
12/30/1993 $156,000 XXXX, XXXX X XXXXXX, XXXX X

*Most recent sale on record for this property.

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Title documents

Date Type Amount Party 1 Party 2
02/26/2025 Grant Deed XXXX, XXXX X XX, XXXXXX X
12/30/1993 Deed XXXXXX, XXXX X XXXX, XXXX X

*Most recent recorded documents on file for this property.

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D: Document date

Tax

Property taxes for 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA

Property tax data includes tax amount, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements and assessment history.

Current property tax
Tax year
2025-2026
Property tax
$3,202
Tax per sq. ft.
$2
Recent tax assessments
Market value
$265,116
Land value
$169,955
Building value
$95,161

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Assessment history

See the assessment and property tax history, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax amount.

Tax year Assessed value Tax rate Property tax Y-o-Y change
2025-2026 $265,116 1.2079 $3,202 +7.38%
2024-2025 $259,919 1.1474 $2,982 +1.50%
2023-2024 $254,823 1.1531 $2,938 +0.86%
2022-2023 $249,827 1.1661 $2,913 +1.47%
2021-2022 $244,929 1.1723 $2,871 +1.77%
2020-2021 $242,419 1.1637 $2,821 +1.89%
2019-2020 $237,666 1.165 $2,769 +4.95%
2018-2019 $233,007 1.1322 $2,638 -3.41%
2017-2018 $228,440 1.1957 $2,731 +0.62%
2016-2017 $223,962 1.2121 $2,715 +0.46%
Permits

Permit information for 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA

Issued date Permit number Permit type Sub type Valuation Finaled date Status
10/21/2009
07/16/2009
09/22/1994

*Most recent permits on record for this property.

Neighborhood

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FEMA flood zones

FEMA flood zones
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Fire hazard zones

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Transportation

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Schools

Nearest elementary schools

Name Rating Type Grade range No of students Distance (miles)
Grant Elementary School 2 Public K-5 375 0.28
Empire Gardens Elementary School 2 Public K-5 232 0.46
Ace Inspire Academy 3 Charter 5-8 239 0.53
Sunrise Middle 5 Charter 5-8 308 0.59
St. Patrick Elementary School NR Private K-8 226 0.72
Rocketship Discovery Prep 6 Charter K-5 437 0.72
Horace Mann Elementary School 4 Public K-5 300 0.82
Perseverance Preparatory NR Charter 5-8 84 0.89
Anne Darling Elementary School 3 Public K-5 295 1.03
Five Wounds School NR Private K-8 0 1.04
Nearest middle schools

Name Rating Type Grade range No of students Distance (miles)
Ace Inspire Academy 3 Charter 5-8 239 0.53
Sunrise Middle 5 Charter 5-8 308 0.59
St. Patrick Elementary School NR Private K-8 226 0.72
Perseverance Preparatory NR Charter 5-8 84 0.89
Legacy Academy NR Charter 6-8 13 0.89
Muwekma Ohlone Middle 4 Public 6-8 630 1.00
Five Wounds School NR Private K-8 0 1.04
Challenger - Berryessa NR Private PK, K-8 764 1.53
Adult Education Program NR Public 0 1.64
Adult Education Eastside Union NR Public 0 1.64
Nearest high schools

Name Rating Type Grade range No of students Distance (miles)
San Jose High School 3 Public 9-12 934 0.61
Cristo Rey San Jose High School NR Private 9-10 250 1.03
Notre Dame High School San Jose NR Private 9-12 660 1.59
Adult Education Program NR Public 0 1.64
Adult Education Eastside Union NR Public 0 1.64
San Jose Conservation Corps Charter School 2 Charter 12 164 1.65
Pegasus High School 2 Public 11-12 132 1.71
Ace Charter High 4 Charter 9-12 370 1.73
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock School 3 Charter 6-12 529 1.73
KIPP San Jose Collegiate 9 Charter 9-12 516 1.74

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Neighbors for 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA

445 N 15th St, San Jose 480 N 14th St, San Jose 436 N 14th St, San Jose 435 N 15th St, San Jose 674 E Empire St, San Jose 461 N 15th St, San Jose 407 N 15th St, San Jose 684 E Empire St, San Jose 460 N 14th St, San Jose 450 N 14th St, San Jose 664 E Empire St, San Jose 430 N 14th St, San Jose 487 N 15th St, San Jose 483 N 15th St, San Jose 412 N 14th St, San Jose 451 N 15th St, San Jose 415 N 15th St, San Jose 403 N 15th St, San Jose 489 N 14th St, San Jose 654 E Empire St, San Jose

Nearby ZIP codes for 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA

95110, Santa Clara County, CA 95111, Santa Clara County, CA 95113, Santa Clara County, CA 95116, Santa Clara County, CA 95117, Santa Clara County, CA 95118, Santa Clara County, CA 95121, Santa Clara County, CA 95122, Santa Clara County, CA 95125, Santa Clara County, CA 95126, Santa Clara County, CA 95127, Santa Clara County, CA 95128, Santa Clara County, CA 95133, Santa Clara County, CA

Frequently asked questions

What is the year built for 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112?

The development at 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112 was built in 1925.

What is the total square footage of 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112?

696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112 has a total of 1,559 square feet.

When was 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112 last sold and what was the sale price?

696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112 was last sold on 12/30/1993 for $156,000.

What is the assessed value of 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112?

696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112 is currently assessed at $265,116.

What are the property taxes for 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112?

The property taxes for 696 East Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112 total $3,202.

How many residential units does this building have?

This building has 2 residential unit(s).

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