NOT LISTED FOR SALE

101 Higgins Ave Los Altos, CA 94022

Estimated Value: $2,641,000 - $4,109,757

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,470 Sq Ft
$2,488/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 22, 2015

Last sale price $2,182,500 $1,485 Per Sq Ft

Est. 68% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $23,193/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Skyline View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops
  • Almond Elementary School Rated A+
  • Marble Bathroom Countertops
  • Balcony

About This Home

As of May 2015

Situated in prestigious North Los Altos, this renovated 3Bd/2Ba home has an open floor plan that is exceptional for everyday living and entertaining. Gourmet chef's kitchen, luxurious bathrooms, and tranquil bedrooms all add to the appeal. This home embraces indoor / outdoor California living with its patio and professionally landscaped yards. Walk / bike to top-rated Los Altos schools, parks, and Downtown.

Last Listed By

Kay Paelmo

Kay Paelmo, Broker License #01952482 Listed on: 04/22/2015

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $32,621

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • Gated Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,470 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Dining Area
  • Skyline Views
  • Attic Fan
  • Alarm System
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Warming Drawer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Travertine

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Marble Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Low Flow Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 170-33-001

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$32,621

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Ranch
  • Age: 64
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1470
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning, Yes
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Oven Range, Refrigerator, Skylight, Warming Drawer
  • Living Sq Ft: 1470
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Security Alarm
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Travertine
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Marble, Shower and Tub, Skylight, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto
  • Fencing: Fenced, Gate, Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Off-Street Parking, Workshop in Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Skylight

Schools

  • School District: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School: Almond Elementary
  • Middle School: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate
  • High School: Los Altos High
  • High School: 265
  • Elementary School: 128
  • Middle School: 133

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 170-33-001
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 10394.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 10394.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Attic Fan, Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Skylight

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Almond Elementary
  • High School Text: Los Altos High
  • Middle School Text: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2015
Closed on
May 12, 2015
Sold by
Persky Michael Aaron and Paelmo Kay Lee
Bought by
Allen Derek P and Allen Christine
Seller's Agent
Kay Paelmo
Kay Paelmo, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Pam Blackman
Intero Real Estate Services
List Price
$1,898,000
Sold Price
$2,182,500
Premium/Discount to List
$284,500
14.99%
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
$3,657,939

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,475,439
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.29%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2007
Sold by
Schneidewind Scott and Schneidewind Alyene
Bought by
Persky Michael Aaron and Paelmo Kay Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,136,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2003
Sold by
Johnstone Michael and Johnstone Alexander M
Bought by
Mclennan Alyene and Scheneidewind Scott

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Allen Derek P $2,182,500 First American Title
Persky Michael Aaron $1,420,000 First American Title
Mclennan Alyene $850,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Allen Derek P $686,600
Closed Pallen Derek $880,000
Closed Allen Derek P $800,000
Previous Owner Persky Michael Aaron $1,054,000
Previous Owner Persky Michael Aaron $50,000
Previous Owner Persky Michael Aaron $1,136,000
Previous Owner Mclennan Alyene $650,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/22/2015 05/22/15 Sold $2,182,500 +15.0% $1,485 / Sq Ft
04/29/2015 04/29/15 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2015 04/22/15 For Sale $1,898,000 -- $1,291 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $32,621 $2,719,242 $2,356,567 $362,675
2023 $32,341 $2,665,924 $2,310,360 $355,564
2022 $31,949 $2,613,652 $2,265,059 $348,593
2021 $31,998 $2,562,405 $2,220,647 $341,758
2020 $32,162 $2,536,131 $2,197,877 $338,254
2019 $30,778 $2,486,404 $2,154,782 $331,622
2018 $29,331 $2,359,299 $2,112,532 $246,767
2017 $27,581 $2,260,098 $2,071,110 $188,988
2016 $27,013 $2,215,783 $2,030,500 $185,283
2015 $19,859 $1,582,972 $1,345,529 $237,443
2014 -- $1,551,964 $1,319,172 $232,792
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81461389

MLSListings

APN: 170-33-001