Seller's Agent in 2025
Claire Liu
Compass
(408) 800-5988
2 in this area
44 Total Sales
1013 Karen Way Mountain View, CA 94040
Mountain View West Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,539
Sq Ft
5,963
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Benjamin Bubb Elementary School Rated A
- Vaulted Ceiling
- 1-minute walk to Gemello Park
About This Home
As of November 2025With a potential 4th bedroom / 3 bedrooms + office! Perfectly situated on the border of Los Altos within a top-rated school district, this charming home offers easy access to both Downtown Los Altos and Downtown Mountain View. This delightful residence features an updated kitchen, upgraded electrical panel, fresh interior paint, new flooring, and high ceilings filled with natural light. The roof is only four years old, and the living room ceiling features added insulation for enhanced comfort and energy efficiency. Fully move-in ready, it seamlessly combines comfort and functionality. Enjoy a short walk to Gemello Park, and come home to a quiet, tree-lined street in an excellent neighborhood with friendly neighbors many of whom are tech professionals and professors. The backyard loquat tree bears sweet fruit each summer, adding a refreshing touch of nature to your everyday life. The location is unbeatable, with easy access to major freeways, Caltrain, and top Silicon Valley companies such as Google, Apple, Meta, Intuit, and Nvidia.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 5,963 Sq Ft Lot
- Northwest Facing Home
- Gated Home
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Back Yard Fenced
- Zoning described as R1
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Secured Garage or Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,539 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Separate Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Den
- Alarm System
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Range Hood
- Freezer
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Flush Toilets
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Dryer
- Laundry Tub
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Thermostat
- Separate Meters
- Individual Gas Meter
- Sewer Connection Less Than 500 Feet Away
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Balcony
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 170-09-114
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 22, 2025
Closed on
Nov 14, 2025
Sold by
Wu Xin and Zhong Ziwei
Bought by
Shao Yuan and Tang Fei
Seller's Agent
Claire Liu
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Lin Mou
BQ Realty
List Price
$2,698,000
Sold Price
$3,258,888
Premium/Discount to List
$560,888
20.79%
Views
68
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-80.45%
Original Mortgage
$1,955,333
Outstanding Balance
$1,955,333
Interest Rate
4.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$999,554
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 4, 2016
Sold by
Mu Tengfei and Yu Miao
Bought by
Mu Tengfei and Yu Miao
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 2015
Sold by
Mu Tengfei and Yu Miao
Bought by
Wu Xin and Zhong Ziwei
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,096,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 14, 2014
Sold by
Kim Eric H and Lee Lisa
Bought by
Mu Tengfei and Yu Miao
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,190,000
Interest Rate
4.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 21, 2008
Sold by
Becker Megan Eliza
Bought by
Kim Eric H and Lee Lisa
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$109,000
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 2003
Sold by
Becker Randy Wayne
Bought by
Becker Megan Eliza
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 1999
Sold by
Barreto Frank J and Barreto Edith F
Bought by
Becker Randy Wayne and Becker Megan Eliza
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$305,000
Interest Rate
7.12%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $3,259,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $2,620,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $1,610,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,095,000 | Financial Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Ticor Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $500,000 | First American Title Guarant |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,955,333 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $2,096,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $1,190,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $109,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $876,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $305,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 11/18/25 | Sold | $3,258,888 | +20.8% | $2,118 / Sq Ft |
| 10/29/2025 10/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/22/2025 10/22/25 | For Sale | $2,698,000 | -- | $1,753 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,155 | $2,981,108 | $2,730,787 | $250,321 |
| 2024 | $34,155 | $2,922,656 | $2,677,243 | $245,413 |
| 2023 | $33,805 | $2,865,350 | $2,624,749 | $240,601 |
| 2022 | $33,717 | $2,809,168 | $2,573,284 | $235,884 |
| 2021 | $29,931 | $2,504,000 | $2,293,700 | $210,300 |
| 2020 | $30,233 | $2,500,000 | $2,300,000 | $200,000 |
| 2019 | $27,182 | $2,672,400 | $2,448,000 | $224,400 |
| 2018 | $20,749 | $1,734,562 | $1,474,379 | $260,183 |
| 2017 | $19,885 | $1,700,552 | $1,445,470 | $255,082 |
| 2016 | $19,280 | $1,667,209 | $1,417,128 | $250,081 |
| 2015 | $18,721 | $1,642,167 | $1,395,842 | $246,325 |
| 2014 | $13,640 | $1,173,296 | $937,566 | $235,730 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Claire Liu
-
Lin Mou
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Lin Mou
BQ Realty
(650) 427-0788
1 in this area
33 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82025597
APN: 170-09-114
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