$1,000,888
SOLD APR 12, 2024
2 Beds
1 Bath
965 Sq Ft
3,875 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,037 Per Sq Ft

18% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Office
  • Albany Middle School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • 1-minute walk to Ohlone Greenway

About This Home

As of October 2024

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this delightful Albany residence, located at 1059 Key Route Blvd. This inviting home boasts a well-maintained structure with a valuable addition - a versatile bonus room in the back, ideal for a home office, creative studio, or cozy retreat. While retaining its original charm, the interior has been rejuvenated with fresh paint throughout, presenting a clean and bright atmosphere ready for your personal touches. The living spaces are imbued with natural light, enhancing the home's welcoming vibe and highlighting its potential. Please note, the kitchen remains unupdated, presenting a fantastic opportunity for the new owners to infuse their style and modern upgrades, adding value and character to this already appealing home. Situated in a friendly neighborhood, this property offers the ideal balance of privacy and community. Its location in Albany ensures easy access to local amenities, top-rated schools, and community parks, making it a desirable place for a variety of lifestyles. Don't miss out on the chance to make this house your dream home. With its unique features, including the bonus room and the potential for customization, it's ready to be transformed into your own personal haven

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Wanene

Safi Realty License #01802189 Listed on: 03/12/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Zhe Wang Birchett

Compass License #02149500

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,543

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 3,875 Sq Ft Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Multi-Level Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Albany Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 65264437

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,543

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1927
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Subdivision Name: ALBANY
  • Directions: Marin to Key Route Blvd
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Other Equipment: Other
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Office
  • Room Kitchen Features: Other

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Regular
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Laundry Features: Other
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3875
  • Parcel Number: 65264437
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2024
Closed on
Oct 4, 2024
Sold by
Wu Yu Yun
Bought by
Galemmo Michelle
Seller's Agent
Jiaming Luo
SALA Homes & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Abra Stein
Asante Realty
List Price
$989,000
Sold Price
$1,230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$241,000
24.37%
Total Days on Market
5
Views
29
Current Estimated Value
$1,192,773

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$37,227
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.62%
Original Mortgage
$984,000
Outstanding Balance
$977,463
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$215,310

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 12, 2024
Closed on
Apr 3, 2024
Sold by
Zhu Su Ming
Bought by
Wu Yu Yun
Seller's Agent
Eric Wanene
Safi Realty
Buyer's Agent
Zhe Wang Birchett
Compass
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$1,000,888
Premium/Discount to List
$150,888
17.75%
Views
40

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
52.30%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 12, 2024
Closed on
Apr 2, 2024
Sold by
Gaskin Lorraine Mary and Gaskin David Robert
Bought by
Wu Yu Yun
Seller's Agent
Eric Wanene
Safi Realty
Buyer's Agent
Zhe Wang Birchett
Compass
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$1,000,888
Premium/Discount to List
$150,888
17.75%
Views
40
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,230,000 Chicago Title
Deed -- Chicago Title
Grant Deed $1,001,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $984,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,000,888 -- --
10/08/2024 10/08/24 Sold $1,230,000 +24.4% $1,275 / Sq Ft
09/15/2024 09/15/24 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2024 09/11/24 For Sale $989,000 -1.2% $1,025 / Sq Ft
04/12/2024 04/12/24 Sold $1,000,888 +17.8% $1,037 / Sq Ft
03/17/2024 03/17/24 Pending -- -- --
03/12/2024 03/12/24 For Sale $850,000 -- $881 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $2,543 $1,033,400 $312,120 $728,280
2023 $2,497 $51,914 $34,170 $24,744
2022 $2,283 $50,759 $33,500 $24,259
2021 $2,222 $49,626 $32,843 $23,783
2020 $2,181 $56,046 $32,507 $23,539
2019 $2,107 $54,947 $31,869 $23,078
2018 $2,047 $53,870 $31,245 $22,625
2017 $1,977 $52,814 $30,632 $22,182
2016 $1,865 $51,778 $30,031 $21,747
2015 $1,805 $51,000 $29,580 $21,420
2014 $1,797 $50,001 $29,001 $21,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41052486

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 065-2644-037-00