$650,000
SOLD JUL 11, 2025

12083 Ruth Glen Sunol, CA 94586

Castlewood Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,344 Sq Ft
4,900 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$484 Per Sq Ft

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Clubhouse
  • Community Pool
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School Rated A
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows

About This Home

As of July 2025

Serene Mountain Cabin Retreat with Bay Area Convenience... Discover an extraordinary opportunity in coveted Sunol - a charming 1928 cabin-style home that captures the essence of Lake Tahoe living while offering remarkable Bay Area accessibility. Nestled in a tranquil canyon and backing to pristine parkland. This 3 bed 2 bath woodland hideaway features an upstairs bed and bath with its own kitchen and separate entrance, multiple wraparound decks that embrace the natural surroundings and create perfect spaces for outdoor living and entertainment. At $650,000 this home represents an exceptional value at approximately 1/2 of the county median home price. The property's strategic location places you approx 20 minutes from both Pleasanton's amenities and Fremont's tech hub, with Silicon Valley only approx 20 miles away. Students have access to Pleasanton's highly-rated school district, adding significant value to this investment. While the interior presents an opportunity for updating, the home's sturdy 1928 bones and thoughtful 1950's renovation provide an excellent foundation. Surrounded by mature trees and peaceful nature, the home offers a private sanctuary while maintaining easy access to major Bay Area employment centers. There is also a community pool, clubhouse and playground.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Norman Sinai

License #01233919 Listed on: 02/08/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Ming Shao

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01911948

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 4,900 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

  • $79 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Wood Shingle Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Gas Range

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 9654616

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, management fee, reserves, ground maintenance
  • Kilkare Woods HOA, Phone Number (925) 862-2126
  • Kilkare Woods Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$79 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Kilkare Woods
  • Directions: Kilkare to Wisteria Trail to Ruth Glen
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • remarks11: Go direct to show, call Norman with any questions and for combo lockbox code as back up. Internet for the home is available through Comcast. Fire insurance will likely require Ca. Fair Plan.
  • remarks22: Norman Sinai II - 925-829-7510 - Serene Mountain Cabin Retreat with Bay Area Convenience...Discover an extraordinary opportunity in coveted Sunol - a charming 1928 cabin-style home that captures the essence of Lake Tahoe living while offering remarkable Bay Area accessibility. Nestled in a tranquil canyon and backing to pristine parkland.This 3 bed 2 bath woodland hideaway features an upstairs bed and bath with its own kitchen and separate entrance, multiple wraparound decks that embrace the natural surroundings and create perfect spaces for outdoor living and entertainment.At $650,000 this home represents an exceptional value at approximately 1/2 of the county median home price. The property's strategic location places you approx 20 minutes from both Pleasanton's amenities and Fremont's tech hub, with Silicon Valley only approx 20 miles away. Students have access to Pleasanton's highly-rated school district, adding significant value to this investment. While the interior presents an opportunity for updating, the home's sturdy 1928 bones and thoughtful 1950's renovation provide an excellent foundation. Surrounded by mature trees and peaceful nature, the home offers a private sanctuary while maintaining easy access to major Bay Area employment centers. There is also a community pool, clubhouse and playground.
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Other
  • Lot Features: Court, Landscaped
  • Pool Features: None, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Enclosed

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Garage, Washer, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Playground, Pool, Trail(s)
  • Association Fee: 475
  • Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Association Name: KILKARE WOODS HOA
  • Phone: 925-862-2126
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Management Fee, Reserves, Maintenance Grounds

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4900
  • Parcel Number: 9654616

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 8, 2025
Closed on
Jun 26, 2025
Sold by
Smith Anna
Bought by
Malinich Elizabeth Ann and Malinich Timothy David
Seller's Agent
Norman Sinai
Buyer's Agent
Ming Shao
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Views
246
Current Estimated Value
$669,945

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$19,945
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.36%
Original Mortgage
$617,500
Outstanding Balance
$616,463
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$53,482

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2003
Sold by
Davis Gregory G and Davis Nancy A
Bought by
Smith Anna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 3, 1994
Sold by
Huagen James M and Dulke James G
Bought by
Davis Gregory G and Davis Nancy A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
7.38%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $650,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed $275,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $233,000 First American Title Grnty C
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $617,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $70,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $180,000 No Value Available
Closed $150,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Sold $650,000 0.0% $484 / Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $650,000 -- --
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $650,000 0.0% $484 / Sq Ft
02/08/2025 02/08/25 For Sale $650,000 -- $484 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East 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 $4,306 $383,970 $248,799 $142,171
2024 $4,306 $376,306 $243,922 $139,384
2023 $4,332 $375,790 $239,139 $136,651
2022 $4,241 $361,423 $234,451 $133,972
2021 $4,141 $354,201 $229,855 $131,346
2020 $4,024 $357,500 $227,500 $130,000
2019 $4,050 $350,490 $223,039 $127,451
2018 $3,968 $343,618 $218,666 $124,952
2017 $3,852 $336,880 $214,378 $122,502
2016 $3,685 $330,275 $210,175 $120,100
2015 $3,600 $325,314 $207,018 $118,296
2014 $3,534 $318,942 $202,963 $115,979
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Norman Sinai

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Norman Sinai

    (925) 829-7510

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Norman Sinai
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  • Ming Shao

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Ming Shao

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (408) 306-3220

    1 in this area

    47 Total Sales

    Ming Shao
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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41084963

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 096-0546-016-00

California Alameda County Sunol 94586 Castlewood

12083 Ruth Glen, Sunol, CA

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