1229 Monte Vista Ct Benicia, CA 94510
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,038
Sq Ft
6,534
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- RV or Boat Parking
- City View
- Wood Flooring
- Mary Farmar Elementary School Rated A-
- Contemporary Architecture
- No HOA
About This Home
As of September 2022Tucked away in a court & great neighborhood, this roomy 4 bed/3 bath home has numerous upgrades incl. new HVAC, new 50gal water heater/Recirc. pump, new spacious LG Fridge, newer Gas Stove/oven, French Oak plank floors, fresh paint throughout. Most windows & coverings have been replaced. Primary shower recently remodeled features step-in level access, quartz surround w/modern tile design. Main laundry upstairs/bonus room/office is hidden behind a beautiful barndoor. Another laundry hook-up downstairs is situated in 3rd/br suite bath, 2nd bath upstairs is a shower-over tub. Airy upstairs dining/liv space is remodeled w/bright open floor plan, new & replaced recess Lighting. Stamped driveway, custom design front entry steps & side stairs, incl. RV parking. Irrigation system, front & back gardens well-maintained, butterfly-friendly flowering plants & mature citrus trees shade backyar0d Oasis. Outdoor grilling with the natural gas hook-up/extension on back patio.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Paul Knauff
Bhhs Drysdale Properties License #00690403 Listed on: 05/27/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,278
Year Built
- Built in 1978
Lot Details
- 6,534 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Wood Fence
- Rectangular Lot
- Terraced Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Workshop in Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- RV or Boat Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Shingle
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Double Pane Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Home Office
- City Views
Kitchen
- Free-Standing Range
- <<microwave>>
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Laminate Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Linoleum
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- High-Efficiency Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Not Listed Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0086250110
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 27, 2022
Closed on
Sep 6, 2022
Sold by
Michele P Schroeder Living Trust
Bought by
Logan Rory
Seller's Agent
Paul Knauff
Bhhs Drysdale Properties
Buyer's Agent
Gaul Culley
Kw Vaca Valley
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Views
6
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.67%
Original Mortgage
$625,000
Outstanding Balance
$599,006
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$342,951
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2020
Sold by
Knauff Paul C and Schroeder Michele P
Bought by
Knauff Paul C and Paul C Knauff Living Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$425,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 28, 2018
Closed on
Mar 29, 2018
Sold by
Cooper Jason D and Coper Angela
Bought by
Knauff Paul and Schroeder Michele
Seller's Agent
Amy Toumbs
Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific
List Price
$665,000
Sold Price
$665,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.90%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 13, 2016
Sold by
Cooper Jason D and Cooper Angela
Bought by
Cooper Family Trust and Cooper Angela
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.59%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 6, 2014
Sold by
Cooper Jason D and Cooper Angela
Bought by
Cooper Family Trust and Cooper Angela
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$390,000
Interest Rate
4.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 2013
Sold by
Cooper Jason D and Cooper Angela
Bought by
Cooper Jason D and Cooper Angela
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$372,000
Interest Rate
4.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 14, 2007
Sold by
Cooper Jason D and Cooper Angela L
Bought by
Cooper Jason D and Cooper Angela
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 6, 2003
Sold by
Johnstone Brian H and Johnstone Karen A
Bought by
Cooper Jason D and Cooper Angela L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$356,000
Interest Rate
5.89%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 1998
Sold by
Jim Sanders and Jim Ione I
Bought by
Johnstone Brian H and Johnstone Karen A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$208,525
Interest Rate
7.17%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 11, 1996
Sold by
Sanders Jim and Sanders Ione I
Bought by
Sanders Jim and Sanders Ione I
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$114,000
Interest Rate
7.18%
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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 | $850,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $665,000 | Placer Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $445,000 | Placer Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $219,500 | First American Title Guarant | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $625,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $418,816 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $425,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $390,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $372,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $370,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $356,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $247,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $208,525 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $114,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2025 07/17/25 | For Sale | $950,000 | +11.8% | $466 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $850,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/12/2022 09/12/22 | Sold | $850,000 | 0.0% | $417 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2022 07/28/22 | For Sale | $850,000 | 0.0% | $417 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2022 07/28/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/14/2022 07/14/22 | Price Changed | $850,000 | -5.5% | $417 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2022 06/23/22 | Price Changed | $899,900 | -3.1% | $442 / Sq Ft |
| 06/10/2022 06/10/22 | Price Changed | $929,000 | -4.8% | $456 / Sq Ft |
| 05/27/2022 05/27/22 | Price Changed | $976,000 | 0.0% | $479 / Sq Ft |
| 05/27/2022 05/27/22 | For Sale | $976,000 | +46.8% | $479 / Sq Ft |
| 04/06/2018 04/06/18 | Sold | $665,000 | 0.0% | $326 / Sq Ft |
| 03/19/2018 03/19/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/28/2018 02/28/18 | For Sale | $665,000 | -- | $326 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,278 | $867,000 | $265,200 | $601,800 |
| 2023 | $8,571 | $727,272 | $191,386 | $535,886 |
| 2022 | $8,410 | $713,013 | $187,635 | $525,378 |
| 2021 | $8,237 | $699,033 | $183,956 | $515,077 |
| 2020 | $8,127 | $691,866 | $182,070 | $509,796 |
| 2019 | $7,984 | $678,300 | $178,500 | $499,800 |
| 2018 | $6,419 | $549,806 | $93,717 | $456,089 |
| 2017 | $6,269 | $539,027 | $91,880 | $447,147 |
| 2016 | $6,322 | $528,459 | $90,079 | $438,380 |
| 2015 | $6,082 | $514,000 | $72,000 | $442,000 |
| 2014 | $5,829 | $489,000 | $73,000 | $416,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kelly Baldwin
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kelly Baldwin
eXp Realty of California, Inc
(707) 747-9300
30 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
P
Seller's Agent in 2022
Paul Knauff
BHHS Drysdale
-
Gaul Culley
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Gaul Culley
Kw Vaca Valley
(415) 336-8847
14 in this area
61 Total Sales
-
Amy Toumbs
A
Seller's Agent in 2018
Amy Toumbs
Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific
(707) 745-6000
10 in this area
17 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40994159
APN: 0086-250-110
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