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06/06/2026

Happening in downtown San Jose tonight and tomorrow. Art, music, food and good times. Support local artists TheStuffBreMakes.com with her yellow canopy booth while you are there!

05/29/2026

Any one interested in buying a landmark?

Co-owner Brad Rocca said his family, which opened Original Joe’s in San Jose in 1956, is entertaining offers to buy the landmark San Jose restaurant.

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05/16/2026

Take time to tour downtowns newest highrise building for sale This tower has several condos for sale as inventory in downtown continues to stack up. Why not take a tour with us today and let us help to negotiate a steep discount on their current market prices… call today 408.375.7429

05/05/2026

Thinking about loft-style condos in Silicon Valley? Here’s the reality most buyers don’t expect…

I recently met with a buyer looking for a 2-bedroom loft, and it sparked a conversation I have all the time:

👉 True loft-style condos in San Jose and across Silicon Valley are surprisingly rare… especially with 2 bedrooms.

Here’s why:

1. Most “real” lofts were never built for bedrooms
The most authentic lofts, think converted warehouses with 15–20 ft ceilings, exposed beams, and huge industrial windows, were designed as open spaces.
That’s why the majority are 1-bedroom or studio layouts, even today.

2. True industrial loft communities are limited
Buildings like:

Walnut Factory Lofts
Market House Lofts
Ryland Park Lofts

👉 These are some of the closest things to authentic loft living in the area, and inventory there is extremely tight.

3. “Loft-style” often isn’t a true loft
Many newer buildings offer “loft-style” units, but they’re really:

Open-concept condos
Lower ceilings
More traditional layouts

Places like Lofts on The Alameda fall into this category, still great, just a different feel.

4. 2-bedroom lofts = unicorn status 🦄
If you want:

True loft architecture
AND 2 real bedrooms

You’re looking at very limited inventory, often with trade-offs:

Higher price points (hello Santana Row 💰)
Or less “authentic” loft features

So what’s the strategy?

Most buyers end up choosing one of these paths:
✔ Go with a true 1-bedroom loft + amazing volume/character
✔ Compromise slightly on style for a functional 2-bedroom
✔ Wait (and move fast) when a rare 2-bed loft hits the market

If you’re curious what’s currently available, or want to see how these options compare in person, feel free to reach out. I track this niche pretty closely, and the good ones don’t last.

04/16/2026

🔥 Just Listed in San Jose | Sierra Crest Condo Living 🔥

This is the kind of condo buyers have been waiting for.

📍 768 Teatree Ct
🛏 2 Bed | 🛁 2 Bath | 📐 ~922 Sq Ft

Bright, updated, and in one of the most convenient pockets of San Jose, this home checks all the right boxes.

✨ Highlights:
• Upgraded kitchen with granite counters & stainless steel appliances
• Spacious layout with walk-in closets
• Private patio for that indoor-outdoor California vibe
• In-unit laundry
• Resort-style amenities: pool, spa, gym, clubhouse

📍 Minutes to Santana Row, Valley Fair & Downtown Campbell
📍 Easy freeway access for Silicon Valley commuters

If you’ve been missing out on good homes… this is your shot.

🎥 Watch the video and see why this one stands out.

📩 DM me for price, details, or a private showing before it’s gone.

04/07/2026

San Jose’s First Highrise is about to become housing in downtown! This building transformation has been long overdue…

One of the most familiar and iconic commercial buildings in downtown San Jose will soon be home for some people. Robert Handa reports. Stay ...

04/03/2026

04/02/2026

So I took a closer look at what’s happening over at 188 West Saint James… and let’s just say, the pricing is feeling a little optimistic.

There are multiple 1-bedroom + den units around 1,048 sq ft currently asking between $837K and $859K, which on paper might sound fine… until you compare it to what buyers are actually paying in Downtown San Jose right now. Similar units in nearby high-rises have been closing more in the $700K–$770K range, and buyers are very aware of that. They’re not just scrolling listings anymore, they’re doing the math, looking at price per square foot, HOA costs, and how long properties are sitting.

At roughly $800+ per square foot, these units are priced noticeably ahead of the current market. And in today’s environment, that usually doesn’t create urgency… it creates hesitation. Buyers pause, watch, and wait for reality to catch up.

Don’t get me wrong, it’s a great location and a solid building, but right now it feels like the pricing is trying to lead the market instead of follow it. And buyers? They’re not chasing, they’re negotiating or moving on from resale units so I assume that they are going to be doing the same for new units.

Curious what’s actually a good deal downtown right now, or wondering how much negotiating power you really have? Send me a message, happy to break it down. 408.547.9910