1228 Forrestal Avenue
San Jose, CA 95110

$885,000 | Sold $1,050,000

1228 Forrestal Avenue, San Jose, CA 95110

2 BD

1 BA

993 SF

3

4,791 SF Lot

About 1228 Forrestal Avenue

Welcome Home

Welcome to 1228 Forrestal Avenue, a delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bath home that blends vintage character with modern updates. Nestled in the heart of Rosemary Garden – one of San Jose’s hidden gems – this home captures a true sense of community and classic California living.

Step inside to a light-filled living room where a brick fireplace framed by original woodwork anchors the space. The open floor plan connects the living and dining areas to an updated kitchen featuring quartz countertops, new stainless steel appliances, new flooring, freshly painted cabinetry, and a pass-through breakfast bar, perfect for entertaining. The laundry room sits just off the kitchen.

The two bedrooms are bright and comfortable, sharing an updated bathroom with new tile flooring, new vanity, and lighting. Refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, and new light fixtures throughout the home create a clean, cohesive look that honors the home’s original charm.

Escape outside to a private backyard with a new patio surrounded by fruit trees and refreshed landscaping – ideal for relaxing and dining al fresco. A single-car garage and long driveway provide added parking and storage.

Beautifully updated and lovingly maintained, this Rosemary Garden treasure offers the perfect blend of classic California charm and contemporary living – a place that feels like home the moment you arrive.


Status: Sold

Features & Updates

  • Desirable Rosemary Garden neighborhood
  • New interior and exterior paint
  • New lighting throughout
  • Refinished hardwood floors
  • Updated kitchen with quartz countertops, new refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, flooring and freshly painted cabinets
  • Original fireplace woodwork
  • -Updated bathroom with shower-over-tub, new tile floor, vanity, mirror and lights
  • New front and backyard landscaping with patio, lawn, plants and mature fruit trees
  • New exterior paint
  • One-car garage
  • Long driveway for additional parking

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Location Details

Located in the family-friendly Rosemary Garden neighborhood, this home offers small-town charm right in the heart of San Jose. Neighbors gather for community traditions like the Spring Cheer, an annual celebration filled with lawn games, bubble machines, and goodie bags for kids, and the Holiday Walk, a festive stroll that brings everyone together to share in the holiday spirit.

Start your morning at A.M. Craft, a local favorite known for its exceptional coffee, tea, and house-made pastries or walk to Rosemary Garden Park with bocce ball courts, playground, and a fun water play area. Have a craving for Fish and Chips? Shark Boy is known for the best fish and chips in San Jose. For dessert satisfy your sweet tooth at Lokeeto’s Sweets, where whimsical cupcakes and signature cookies are hard to resist.When evening rolls around, enjoy dinner at Vito’s Trattoria, a local gem serving classic Italian dishes that residents rave about.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby trails and parks, perfect for hiking and biking adventures. With easy access to shopping, dining, parks, and freeways, this location offers the perfect blend of convenience, connection, and community.

Top Things To Do In The Area

  1. A.M Craft
  2. Vito’s Trattoria
  3. Lokeeto’s Sweets
  4. Rosemary Garden Park
  5. Rosemary Park Neighborhood Association
  6. Jackie’s Place
  7. Shark Boy Fish and Chips
  8. Guadalupe River Park
  9. Santana Row
  10. Japantown

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