Sobrato Office Tower

Sobrato Office Tower is a 17-story high-rise with glass facades located at 488 Almaden Boulevard in downtown San Jose. The structure showcases contemporary architectural design with open office layouts suited for corporate tenants.

The tower opened in 2002 but sat empty for nine years until PricewaterhouseCoopers signed a major lease in 2011. This extended vacancy reflected shifts in the downtown office market before finding major corporate tenants.

The tower stands as a representation of Silicon Valley's commercial development, reflecting the region's focus on professional office spaces.

The building sits near major transportation connections, making it easy to reach by car or public transit. The surrounding area has many restaurants, coffee shops, and retail stores within walking distance.

Oracle purchased the building through its acquisition of BEA Systems and later sold it for 155 million dollars, generating a 20 million dollar profit.

Location: California

Inception: 2002

Architectural style: modern architecture

GPS coordinates: 37.32720,-121.88900

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:03