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$1,795,254$1,163 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $424,500 on Mar 12, 2002

2521 FOREST AVE

SAN JOSE, CA 95117
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,544 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.8M
$1.7M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$424,500 · Mar 12, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,191 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$737,436 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$436,974
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$300,462
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$722,977

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.31
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
41
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
30
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
30
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.2 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.undetermined

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountySANTA CLARA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Merritt Trace Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Abraham Lincoln High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Herbert Hoover Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: San Jose Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 95117These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.458

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,035
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,187 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$109,210
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$160,928
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

2521 Forest Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 76% of homes in San Jose 95117
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in San Jose 95117
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Santa Clara Southeast
  • Older than 91% of homes in San Jose 95117

What homes are worth in San Jose 95117

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$485K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in San Jose 95117.

How it measures up in San Jose 95117

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in San Jose 95117.

Estimated value$1,795,254
CheaperTypical $1,476,022Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1163
CheaperTypical $904Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,544 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,623 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 2521 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanta Clara SoutheastSan Jose 95117Santa Clara County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,795,25459% of homes76% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$116355% of homes90% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,544 ft²53% of homes43% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac24% of homes31% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than195225% of homes9% of homes13% of homes

About 2521 Forest Ave

How much is 2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA is $1,795,254 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,663,105 to $1,927,403. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA last sell?

2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA last sold on Mar 12, 2002 for $424,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA?

2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,544 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA built?

2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA?

2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA is assigned to Merritt Trace Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Abraham Lincoln High School (high), rated C+; Herbert Hoover Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in San Jose Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA compare to other homes in San Jose 95117?

Among the 5,573 homes in San Jose 95117, it is worth more than 76% of them ($1,795,254 against a typical $1,476,022), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($1163 against a typical $904), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,544 ft² against a typical 1,623 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1952 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Santa Clara County, it is worth more than 62% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2521 Forest Ave, San Jose, CA was $10,191. The county assessed it at $737,436.

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