Exceptional opportunity to live in San Jose's highly desirable Rose Garden neighborhood. Ideal for a homeowner looking to get into this wonderful neighborhood who wants to build equity by updating the home to their liking. The house has a very functional floor plan that features: a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining area, a separate family room, a kitchen with an informal dining area, two large bedrooms, a bathroom in between the bedrooms with a bathtub and separate shower stall, a laundry room, and a 1/4 basement with a mechanical area for the furnace and water heater. There are hardwood floors in the entry, living room, formal dining area, hallway, both bedrooms, and closets. The interior has been freshly painted and a new roof was installed on the house in 2024. The large lot (7,500 sf) may allow for expansion. The property is located within a few blocks of Trace Elementary, Hoover Middle, and Lincoln High School. Neighborhood favorites like Zanotto's, Bill's Cafe, the Rose Garden Branch Library, and the beautiful, award-winning Rose Garden Municipal Park are within three blocks. The Alameda, downtown San Jose, Hwys 280 and 880, and the airport are just minutes away.