This charming Craftsman home, nestled in the historic Naglee Park neighborhood of San Jose, exemplifies early 20th-century architecture with its signature stained box beam ceilings and built-in hutch. Originally built over a century ago, it has been thoughtfully modernized to blend original character with contemporary amenities, including a stainless steel kitchen, updated detached garage transformed into a home office and gym, and a lovely backyard deck. Featuring two bedrooms, a spacious living room with fireplace, and a manicured lawn perfect for families and pets, this gem is listed at $1,200,000. It offers ample storage with a half basement and attic space, making it a perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort.

Home Plan

The layout displays a practical and compact design with clearly defined spaces. The foyer leads into the living room measuring approximately 13’9″ by 15’11”, adjacent to a dining room sized 12′ by 13’10”. The kitchen is centrally located, measuring 11′ by 10’9″, featuring a sink positioned by a window and a stove separating the kitchen from the laundry room. The laundry area is compact and placed near the entrance to the foyer. Two bedrooms, including a primary bedroom, flank the left side, both similarly sized with closets and an adjoining private bathroom equipped with a bathtub, sink, and toilet. A deck extends from the kitchen and dining area, indicating outdoor connectivity. Overall, the floor plan emphasizes functionality with a balanced flow between communal and private spaces.

Covered Deck

A spacious wooden deck with a sturdy pergola overhead, creating a pattern of light and shadow on the deck floor. Comfortable outdoor seating includes cushioned wicker furniture and a settee, accented by warm, earthy tones in beige and brown. The railing surrounds the deck, providing safety and framing views of a well-maintained green lawn bordered by dense shrubbery and a Japanese maple tree with striking red leaves. Adjacent to the deck, a light blue garden shed or guesthouse adds charm with white trim and decorative lantern-style lights. The space encourages relaxation and outdoor socializing in a cozy yet airy setting.

Backyard Seating

A spacious wooden deck offers a cozy outdoor living space under a pergola with wide slats creating a dynamic pattern of light and shadow. The deck is furnished with comfortable woven wicker seating including two armchairs paired with plush beige cushions and purple accent pillows. Adjacent to the seating area, a sturdy wooden dining table surrounded by six cushioned chairs provides ample room for outdoor meals and gatherings. Lush greenery and vibrant red leaves from nearby trees and shrubs surround the deck, creating a natural, serene backdrop that complements the warm timber tones.

Patio and Garden

A charming backyard with a cozy wooden patio extends from the house. The patio is accessed via a small set of stairs flanked by red-leafed Japanese maple trees, adding vibrant color and texture. The patio area is furnished with a cushioned outdoor sofa, inviting relaxation. Surrounding the yard is lush green grass, well-maintained, with neatly trimmed bushes lining the blue-painted exterior wall of an adjacent structure. A mature orange tree on the right adds natural beauty and shade. The overall feel is serene, blending natural greenery with classic wooden architecture under a bright blue sky.

Backyard Garden

A cozy backyard garden space with a lush green lawn bordered by various plants and shrubs. The left side includes a sturdy wooden handrail attached to a small staircase that leads down to a paved stone pathway. A Japanese maple tree, displaying vibrant red leaves, adds rich color contrast to the greenery. The far side of the yard features a sky blue painted wall of a small outbuilding with a white-framed window. Tall, dense hedges form a natural privacy fence along the right side, creating an intimate outdoor retreat with abundant sunlight filtering through the trees above.

Patio and Shed

A light blue shed with white trim stands at the edge of a neatly paved backyard patio. The shed has double glass doors framed in white, flanked by two black lantern-style wall lights. Adjacent to the shed is a covered grill unit. The patio consists of both concrete and irregular stone slabs leading to a wooden pergola. The pergola, constructed of natural wood, shades a small deck area with cozy outdoor seating. Surrounding the space are lush green bushes, vibrant red flowers, and tall trees with red and green foliage, creating a tranquil garden vibe.

Front Exterior View

A charming single-story bungalow with a soft blue exterior and white trim creates a welcoming façade. The steeply pitched shingle roof includes a dormer window adding architectural interest. A small covered front porch with brick steps and wooden chair invites relaxation. The house number “455” is displayed vertically beside the door. Landscaping includes vibrant green grass, flower beds with colorful plants, and ornamental trees, offering a balanced natural aesthetic. Sidewalks and driveway flank the lawn, while leafy branches from street trees cast gentle shadows, enhancing the inviting, well-maintained curb appeal typical of historic American homes.

Residential Street View

A peaceful suburban street lined with charming single-story homes painted in soft pastel colors, including a prominent light blue house on the left with a neat front lawn and small flowerbeds. Trees with budding green leaves provide shade along the sidewalks, contributing to a welcoming and serene atmosphere. Parked cars line both sides of the street, with a basketball hoop situated on the curb in front of one of the properties, suggesting family-friendly living. The sky is clear with a few wispy clouds, enhancing the sense of a calm, pleasant neighborhood day.

Living Room Details

Soft beige slipcovered sectional and armchair arranged around a patterned white and blue rug create a cozy seating area in this living room. White wainscoting with subtle gray walls complements the crisp white curtains framing large windows, allowing natural light to fill the space. Dark wood coffered ceiling adds architectural interest and warmth, contrasting with the light color palette. A small wooden side table with a lamp and a tall leafy plant bring in natural elements, enhancing the inviting ambiance. The hardwood floors ground the room in classic warmth, blending traditional and contemporary aesthetics.

Dining Room Details

Oval wooden dining table surrounded by six mid-century style wooden chairs sits atop a muted, patterned area rug. The room’s walls are painted a soft sage green above substantial white wainscoting, which matches the classic built-in china cabinet with beveled glass doors and decorative columns. A large green leafy plant stands in the corner, adding natural warmth. The room features high ceilings with a curved crown detail and is softly illuminated by a stained glass pendant light fixture overhead. Hardwood floors extend into an adjoining white kitchen visible through a wide framed doorway, maintaining historic charm.

Kitchen Corner

This kitchen corner showcases a modern yet cozy design with soft sage green walls complementing the off-white subway tile backsplash. White cabinetry, featuring raised panels and brushed nickel knobs, runs from the ceiling to the counter, maximizing storage while adding a clean and bright aesthetic. The counters combine butcher-block wood surfaces with a speckled white quartz countertop around the double stainless steel sink. Stainless steel appliances, including a gas range and built-in microwave, blend contemporary functionality with the warm wooden flooring beneath. Recessed ceiling lights create an even illumination, enhancing the kitchen’s inviting atmosphere.

Kitchen Corner and Entry

A compact kitchen corner with crisp white cabinetry and silver hardware holding multiple drawers and doors surrounds a white countertop that extends into a double stainless steel sink area. White subway tile backsplash with clean grout lines enhances the light and airy feel. Above the sink is a small window looking out to a pergola-covered backyard, bringing natural light. Adjacent is a white wood door with a pet door panel at the bottom, adding character. Warm honey-toned wood flooring contrasts with modern grey rugs. The entryway leads to a bright dining room framed by white trim with large windows showing colorful outdoor blooms. Stainless dishwasher and trash bin complete this cozy, functional corner.

Entryway and Living Room View

A compact entryway with a mid-century modern wooden console table featuring two drawers and tapered legs, paired with a minimalist black coat rack with an umbrella holder base. A large round mirror with a thin black metal frame adds depth to the pale sage green walls. Through the wide white-framed doorway, the adjacent living room reveals dark wood ceiling beams contrasting with light walls, a soft beige sectional sofa accented with blue and neutral throw pillows, and sheer white curtains draped on a triple window, enhancing natural light. A patterned blue and beige rug ties the space together on warm hardwood flooring.

Bedroom Window and Nightstand

Soft gray walls frame a cozy bedroom with a large window allowing abundant natural light, complemented by neutral-toned curtains. The upholstered bed with a subtle winged headboard is made with layered pillows in cream and muted blue hues. A minimalist nightstand featuring light wood tones holds a small lamp with a round, ceramic base, casting a warm glow. The flooring consists of polished hardwood, partially covered by a patterned area rug in muted earth tones, adding texture and warmth. Overall, the space reflects a calm, inviting atmosphere through balanced simplicity and natural elements.

Bathroom with Bedroom View

A compact bathroom featuring a white toilet adjacent to a white vanity with a polished marble countertop. The vanity holds modern brushed-nickel faucet fixtures and is topped by a large, framed mirror. Walls are painted in a soft, light gray tone complementing the neutral palette. The flooring consists of beige tiles, enhancing the clean, airy atmosphere. On one wall hangs subtle abstract artwork, adding a touch of personality. Through the open door, the bedroom reveals rich wood flooring, a large window with light curtains, and a cozy bed layered with white and pale blue linens, contributing to a serene, cohesive aesthetic.

Children’s Bedroom

Soft light green walls enclose a cozy children’s bedroom with polished hardwood floors. A large, vibrant area rug in blue with pink and yellow floral patterns anchors the room. A white wooden bunk bed with blue and multi-colored cartoon-themed bedding is positioned near a window, which is adorned with neutral gray curtains that match the other window treatments. A white dresser with multiple drawers sits under the main window, offering ample storage. Two narrow shelving units filled with children’s books add a playful and educational touch to the room’s calm and inviting atmosphere.

Home Gym and Office

A multifunctional room blending exercise and workspace. Light gray walls and white trim create a clean, bright atmosphere, complemented by recessed ceiling lights. A treadmill and Peloton bike occupy the right side with mats underneath for floor workouts. A medium-sized flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall above a storage unit holding sports equipment including basketballs and helmets. To the left, a black office chair and desk with a computer monitor provide a dedicated work area. Large glass doors open to an outdoor space, allowing natural light to fill the room and offering easy access for fresh air.

Home Gym and Recreation

A compact gym space with light gray walls and speckled gray flooring designed for fitness and entertainment. Equipment includes a treadmill prominently in the foreground, a stationary bike, and a weight bench with various dumbbells neatly organized on a rack, accompanied by a green medicine ball. A large flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall angled towards the exercise machines. A dartboard is centered on the far wall beside a closed door and a small bathroom entrance with a visible vanity and toilet. Natural light flows in from a wide window with white blinds, brightening the room. Ceiling-mounted recessed lights offer ample illumination.

Listing Agent: Tony Sum of Upswing Real Estate via Zillow