NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1140 Polson Cir Martinez, CA 94553

Alhambra Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $846,000 - $898,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,681 Sq Ft
$519/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 16, 2020

Last sale price $785,000 $467 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,492/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV or Boat Parking
  • View of Hills
  • No HOA
  • Morello Park Elementary School Rated A
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage

About This Home

As of July 2020

Beautiful single story home w/hardwood floors, dual pane windows & newly updated blinds & carpet. Central heat & air along w/whole house fan for extra cooling convenience. Custom built-in shelving & desk area installed in 2 of the bedrooms. Master bedroom has 2 separate closets. Kitchen features new stainless steel appliances, gas range, granite countertop, large pantry & bay window bringing in great light. Open living room & family room open to large, private backyard. The backyard has multiple entertaining areas great for guests & great for kids to run around and play. The mature tree in back provides desired shade during warmer months & is a good home for a swing for the kids. Large side yard & built- in shed. Potential boat/RV parking along side of house w/new gate for side yard access. New extra clearance garage door & opener for larger trucks to be able to fit in garage. You’re minutes from the freeway, shopping, restaurants, parks & so much more. Top rated Martinez schools.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lindsey Little

Keller Williams Realty License #01869987 Listed on: 06/04/2020

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Jill Cherne

Keller Williams Realty License #01731991

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 8,400 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • RV or Boat Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Carpet
  • Views of Hills
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Whole House Fan
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1623910104

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Other
  • Directions: Morello/Muir/Roseann/Polson
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • remarks11: Will be ready for appts Tues, 6/9 after 10am. Sellers will need some kind of a rent back. Pre open with ORTC, Orinda, Helen Stone, Email for disclosures. In accordance with CAR and CCAR guidelines, residential viewing may be shown by appointment only, and is limited to no more than two (2) Buyers from the same family and/or household and one (1) Agent to show the property. All parties must sign and submit CAR form PEAD (Coronavirus Property Entry Advisory and Declaration) to the Listing Agent in order to schedule an appointment and must follow recommended safety/sanitation guidelines and CAR best practices while in the property including wearing protective gloves and masks.
  • remarks22: Lindsey T Little - Agt: 925-2866936 - Beautiful single story home w/hardwood floors, dual pane windows & newly updated blinds & carpet. Central heat & air along w/whole house fan for extra cooling convenience. Custom built-in shelving & desk area installed in 2 of the bedrooms. Master bedroom has 2 separate closets. Kitchen features new stainless steel appliances, gas range, granite countertop, large pantry & bay window bringing in great light. Open living room & family room open to large, private backyard. The backyard has multiple entertaining areas great for guests & great for kids to run around and play. The mature tree in back provides desired shade during warmer months & is a good home for a swing for the kids. Large side yard & built- in shed. Potential boat/RV parking along side of house w/new gate for side yard access. New extra clearance garage door & opener for larger trucks to be able to fit in garage. You’re minutes from the freeway, shopping, restaurants, parks & so much more. Top rated Martinez schools.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Gas Range
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Gas Range/Cooktop, Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Pool Features: Possible Pool Site
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Hills, Other
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Int Access From Garage, RV/Boat Parking, Side Yard Access

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Whole House Fan
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8400
  • Parcel Number: 1623910104

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2024
Sold by
Murphy Timothy J and Murphy Katie Elinor
Bought by
Timothy And Katie Murphy Living Trust and Murphy
Current Estimated Value
$872,190

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2020
Closed on
Jul 7, 2020
Sold by
Fernandez Gregory R and Fernandez Jenelle L
Bought by
Murphy Timothy J and Murphy Katie Elinor
Seller's Agent
Lindsey Little
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jill Cherne
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$730,000
Sold Price
$785,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
7.53%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.94%
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2015
Sold by
Phelps Marvin Vernon and Phelps Julie C
Bought by
Fernandez Gregory R and Fernandez Jenelle L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$561,639
Interest Rate
3.81%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2012
Sold by
Phelps Marvin V and Phelps Julie C
Bought by
Phelps Marvin Vernon and Phelps Julie C
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Timothy And Katie Murphy Living Trust -- None Listed On Document
Murphy Timothy J $785,000 Old Republic Title Company
Fernandez Gregory R $572,000 Old Republic Title Company
Phelps Marvin Vernon -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Murphy Timothy J $760,000
Previous Owner Fernandez Gregory R $561,639
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $785,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $785,000 -- --
07/16/2020 07/16/20 Sold $785,000 +7.5% $467 / Sq Ft
06/17/2020 06/17/20 Pending -- -- --
06/04/2020 06/04/20 For Sale $730,000 -- $434 / 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
2025 $11,185 $849,707 $465,445 $384,262
2024 $10,466 $833,047 $456,319 $376,728
2023 $10,466 $816,714 $447,372 $369,342
2022 $10,229 $800,700 $438,600 $362,100
2021 $9,969 $785,000 $430,000 $355,000
2019 $7,752 $607,009 $339,586 $267,423
2018 $7,535 $595,108 $332,928 $262,180
2017 $7,437 $583,440 $326,400 $257,040
2016 $6,929 $572,000 $320,000 $252,000
2015 $1,386 $67,275 $13,438 $53,837
2014 $1,386 $65,958 $13,175 $52,783
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lindsey Little

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Lindsey Little

    Keller Williams Realty

    (925) 286-6936

    26 in this area

    84 Total Sales

    Lindsey Little
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  • Jill Cherne

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Jill Cherne

    Keller Williams Realty

    (925) 212-7783

    4 in this area

    57 Total Sales

    Jill Cherne
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40907252

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 162-391-010-4

California Contra Costa County Martinez 94553 Alhambra Hills

1140 Polson Cir, Martinez, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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