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San Jose Multifamily Investment Opportunity

3538 Alden, San Jose, CA 95117

For Sale
$2,100,000

Five spacious units in a desirable West San Jose location.

Property Size5,226 SF
Price / SF$401.84
Days on Market226

Property Features for 3538 Alden

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 5,226 SF
Property subtype Commercial

Site & Location

Neighborhood Cypress

Amenities

Central air
Carport(s)
Ceiling Fan Cooling
Off Street Parking
Shingle Roof
Wall Furnace Heating

Building Details

Year Built 1958
Listing Agency: MARCUS & MILLICHAP
Listed By: JOSHUA JOHNSON · License #01930127
Source: Corcoran
Added: Mar 29 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 13 at 6:40AM

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Investment Insights

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Located in West San Jose, this property offers apartment living in a well-maintained community. The property consists of five two-bedroom/one-bathroom units, averaging 1,045 square feet. On-site shared laundry facilities, carports and open parking, and storage closets are available for all units. Each unit features a large, enclosed patio or balcony. The property has undergone extensive capital improvements over the last several years, including the installation of dual-pane vinyl windows, full repaving of the parking lot, replacement of the landscaping and irrigation system, updates to the laundry room, installation of a new water heater, replacement of the gutters, and new heaters in three of the units. The property is located minutes from shopping, dining, and entertainment. Westfield Valley Fair has more than 200 restaurants and retailers across 2.2 million square feet of space, while Santana Row has about 90 shops and restaurants in nearly 500,000 square feet of space. The property is easily accessible from Interstate 280 and is a short commute to major employment centers in San Jose, Sunnyvale, and Santa Clara. The property size is 5,226 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • Extensive recent capital improvements completed, including new windows, repaved parking lot, landscaping, updated laundry room, and new water heater, minimizing near‑term capital expenditures.
  • Located in desirable West San Jose.
  • Spacious two‑bedroom units averaging 1,045 square feet.

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$108,700
Cap Rate
5.18%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,174,000 $2.2M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,552,857 $1.6M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,207,778 $1.2M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 5,226 SF
Gross rent
$206.9K $39.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$9.3K −$1.78/SF
EGI
$197.6K $37.82/SF
− OpEx
−$88.9K −$17.02/SF
NOI
$108.7K $20.80/SF
Area
San Jose, CA
Vacancy
4.50%
Lease Rate
$39.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,174,000
Cap Rate 7%
$1,552,857
Cap Rate 9%
$1,207,778

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$1.55M
$1.36M – $1.81M (±1% cap)
NOI $108,700 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.18%
Second Best
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no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$3.16M
$2.76M – $3.68M (±1% cap)
NOI $220,930 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.52%
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Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,694
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 95117, CA

30,137
Population
11,226
Households
2.7
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
44%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
2.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
13,103
Density / Sq Mi
$115,778
Median Household Income
$56,791
Median Earnings
$2,367
Median Rent
$1,425,200
Median Home Value
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Market

Average Price Trend$/SF for Apartment buildings in San Jose, CA

$499 Jul
$477 Aug
$470 Sep
$491 Oct

Properties on Market for Apartment buildings in San Jose

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Five spacious units in a desirable West San Jose location.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 3538 Alden San Jose, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,100,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Extensive recent capital improvements completed, including new windows, repaved parking lot, landscaping, updated laundry room, and new water heater, minimizing near‑term capital expenditures.; Located in desirable West San Jose.; Spacious two‑bedroom units averaging 1,045 square feet.
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