$895,000
SOLD SEP 5, 2024

12142 Bertha St Cerritos, CA 90703

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,548 Sq Ft
5,138 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$578 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Nixon Academy Rated A
  • Granite Countertops
  • Den

About This Home

As of February 2025

**Prime Location Alert! ** Welcome to this fantastic opportunity to own a charming home in Cerritos, located in the prestigious ABC school district. Conveniently situated between the vibrant Cerritos Mall and the serene Don Knabe Community Regional Park, this home offers the perfect balance of urban amenities and natural beauty. **Location, Location, Location! ** Within walking distance to Cerritos High School, this home is surrounded by an array of conveniences including fine dining, movie theaters, hospitals, and cultural attractions such as the Cerritos Sculpture Garden and the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. **Endless Entertainment Options** Enjoy leisurely strolls at the Cerritos Golf Course, buy your new car at the renowned Cerritos Auto Square, or catch a flight at the nearby Long Beach Airport. For nature enthusiasts, visit El Dorado Park Nature Center, Belmont Shores, Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge, and Bolsa Chica Wetlands are just a short drive away. **Perfect Opportunity for a Family** This spacious home features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 1,548 square feet of living space on a 5,136 square foot lot. Priced to sell quickly, it awaits the perfect family to make it their own. **Investor's Dream** Savvy investors can seize the opportunity to transform this property into a picture-perfect residence with the potential for significant returns. **First-Time Homebuyer Friendly** For first-time homebuyers, consider utilizing a 203k loan to make necessary repairs and customize this home to your liking. **Schedule a Viewing Today** This remarkable home won't last long on the market. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of paradise in the heart of Cerritos. Call now to schedule a viewing and make your dream home a reality. Remember, "here today, gone tomorrow."

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tony Lopez

Berkshire Hathaway HomeService Brokerage Phone: 562-762-7403 License #01752038 Listed on: 07/02/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

Last Buyer's Agent

THOMAS VELEZ

FTRE CA Inc. License #02089399

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,938

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 5,138 Sq Ft Lot
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Front Yard
  • Property is zoned CERS5000

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Interior Block Wall
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,548 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Tile Flooring
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Additional Features

  • Suburban Location
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 49
  • Tax Tract Number 30003
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7055020008
  • $508 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Park
  • Dog Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,938

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • View: No
  • Zoning: CERS5000
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 7055020008
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1548.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Block Walls
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 578.17
  • Room Type: Den, Kitchen, Laundry
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Gutters, Park, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban

Schools

  • School District: ABC Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5138.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1180

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5138.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 5545.15
  • Tax Lot: 49
  • Tax Tract Number: 30003
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 508.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 2, 2024
Closed on
Aug 26, 2024
Sold by
Coastal Capital Homes Llc
Bought by
Cheng Justin and Cheng Lida
Seller's Agent
Tony Lopez
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Buyer's Agent
THOMAS VELEZ
FTRE CA Inc.
List Price
$999,999
Sold Price
$895,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$104,999
-10.5%
Views
98
Current Estimated Value
$1,094,888

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$199,888
Avg. Annual Appreciation
28.57%
Original Mortgage
$893,200
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 2, 2024
Closed on
Aug 16, 2024
Sold by
Bie Reynaldo P and Bie Estephany E
Bought by
Coastal Capital Homes Llc
Seller's Agent
Tony Lopez
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Buyer's Agent
THOMAS VELEZ
FTRE CA Inc.
List Price
$999,999
Sold Price
$895,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$104,999
-10.5%
Views
98

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$893,200
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2001
Sold by
Escocio Mateo
Bought by
Bie Reynaldo P and Bie Estephany E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,000
Interest Rate
6.98%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 1997
Sold by
Beneficial Mtg Corp
Bought by
Bie Reynaldo P and Bie Estephany E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,571
Interest Rate
7.19%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 1997
Sold by
Martha S Belcher Alfred W Amd Sellers Belch and Royal Thrift & Loan Company
Bought by
Beneficial Mtg Corp

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 1994
Sold by
La Palma Exchange Corp
Bought by
Belcher Alfred W and Sellers Belcher Martha S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,250
Interest Rate
9.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 1994
Sold by
Alford James
Bought by
Alford Connie G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,250
Interest Rate
9.15%
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 $899,000 Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed $890,000 Orange Coast Title Company
Grant Deed -- Continental Title
Grant Deed $173,000 Fidelity National Title
Trustee Deed $157,028 American Title
Corporate Deed $199,000 First American Title Company
Grant Deed $199,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $893,200 Construction
Previous Owner $278,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $309,525 Unknown
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $195,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $164,571 FHA
Previous Owner $149,250 No Value Available
Closed $29,850 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/11/2025 02/11/25 Sold $1,130,000 +2.7% $730 / Sq Ft
01/09/2025 01/09/25 Pending -- -- --
12/22/2024 12/22/24 Price Changed $1,099,999 -6.8% $711 / Sq Ft
12/08/2024 12/08/24 Price Changed $1,179,999 -0.8% $762 / Sq Ft
12/08/2024 12/08/24 Price Changed $1,189,999 -0.8% $769 / Sq Ft
11/08/2024 11/08/24 For Sale $1,199,999 +34.1% $775 / Sq Ft
09/05/2024 09/05/24 Sold $895,000 -10.5% $578 / Sq Ft
08/13/2024 08/13/24 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2024 08/05/24 For Sale $999,999 0.0% $646 / Sq Ft
08/02/2024 08/02/24 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2024 07/02/24 For Sale $999,999 -- $646 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $3,938 $308,045 $189,561 $118,484
2023 $3,815 $302,006 $185,845 $116,161
2022 $3,755 $296,085 $182,201 $113,884
2021 $3,663 $290,280 $178,629 $111,651
2019 $3,578 $281,673 $173,332 $108,341
2018 $3,288 $276,151 $169,934 $106,217
2016 $3,145 $265,430 $163,336 $102,094
2015 $3,105 $261,444 $160,883 $100,561
2014 $3,048 $256,324 $157,732 $98,592
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: RS24135924

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 7055-020-008