
285 S 12th St, San Jose, CA 95112
What This House Offers
Once home to rock and roll legends The Doobie Brothers, this historic home in Naglee Park has been carefully and lovingly kept up by subsequent occupants up to... the present day. With a separately rented backyard accessory dwelling unit (currently occupied), the original structure features two bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill bathroom and additional room which could be used as third bedroom, guest room, studio, office, or other. Bay windows, coffered ceilings, and hardwood floors throughout the home. Dining room with built-in cabinet and pass-through from kitchen, which itself is tastefully remodeled while retaining historical charm. Stainless steel appliances including six-burner gas stove. Central heating and air conditioning. A spacious shared yard with shaded patio. Enormous basement with laundry, plenty of storage, and the potential for use as exercise room, entertainment room, or more.
2 blocks from San Jose State University. Approximately one half mile to William Street Park. Approximately one mile to the core of Downtown San Jose with all it has to offer in terms of dining, entertainment, arts, events, commerce, and more. Mere minutes driving distance to multiple points of interest including SAP Center, Municipal Stadium, CEFCU (Spartan) Stadium, Sharks Ice, Little Saigon, Kelley Park, Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, and more.
0.7 miles to Horace Mann Elementary School; 2.3 miles to Muwekma Ohlone Middle School; 1.4 miles to San Jose High School. Please note: prospective renters basing housing decisions on public schools are advised to confirm enrollment opportunities by contacting San Jose Unified School District prior to paying security deposit.
1 year lease
Renter's insurance required
Tenant pays utilities
Garbage included
Pets negotiable
Sorry, no smoking
Professionally managed by 408 Rental Management (DRE #02049881)
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Unit
- $4,500 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1520 sq. ft.
- Available Jul 10
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
285 S 12th St is a single-family home for rent in San Jose, CA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$5,000
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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San Jose, CA 95112
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Good public transit60 / 100
Driveability
Very drivable80 / 100
Bikeability
Exceptionally bikeable90 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active69 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Ben Painter Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Horace Mann Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
James Leitch Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Muwekma Ohlone Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Patrick Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
Notre Dame High School San Jose
Grades 9-12
Private
San Jose High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
San Jose State University
Walk: 6 min (0.4 mi)
San Jose City College
Drive: 8 min (4.4 mi)
Santa Clara University
Drive: 12 min (5 mi)
Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
Drive: 13 min (7 mi)
Discover Naglee Park, San Jose, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Well-Appointed Naglee Park Historic Home proximity to San Antonio Plaza and The Pavilion. San Antonio Plaza is 0.9 miles away, and The Pavilion is within a 15 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 60, Well-Appointed Naglee Park Historic Home has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.8 miles. Transit options include Paseo De San Antonio Station Southbound and Paseo De San Antonio Station Northbound.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Well-Appointed Naglee Park Historic Home are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.7 miles, including Japanese Friendship Garden Regional Park, The Tech Museum of Innovation, and Guadalupe River Park and Gardens.
Airports
Living in Naglee Park provides easy access to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located just 9 minutes from Well-Appointed Naglee Park Historic Home. Another nearby airport is Metro Oakland International, located 36.1 miles away.
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