NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1237 Ballena Blvd Alameda, CA 94501

West Alameda Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,669,000 - $2,056,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,662 Sq Ft
$709/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 07, 2020

Last sale price $1,350,000 $507 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,161/month

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stone Countertops
  • William G. Paden Elementary School Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of July 2020

Imagine mornings spent sipping coffee, or evenings sharing cocktails with family & friends, on your expansive deck, at the water's edge on the Bay. Enjoy beautiful S.F. City views as you plan your next boating adventure, your boats anchored safely in the 2 slips conveniently adjoining your home. Easy living is assured in this spacious, newly remodeled, light-filled, 4 bed/2.5 bath. corner-unit townhouse in the desirable Ballena Bay community. So close to all of the amenities you desire, and yet a world apart.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brenda Schaefer

The GRUBB Company License #01896001 Listed on: 07/07/2020

Co-Listed By

Karen Starr

The GRUBB Company License #01111458

Last Buyer's Agent

Karen Starr

The GRUBB Company License #01111458

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,509

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 2,640 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

  • $750 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Bay Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • 220 Volts In Laundry
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Association fees include exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, management fee, reserves
  • Call Listing Agent Association
  • Not Listed Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 74131117

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,509

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$750 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBOGRUB
  • Subdivision Name: Not Listed
  • Directions: Webster>Central>Ballena
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Other
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Water
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Other
  • Association Fee: 750
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: CALL LISTING AGENT
  • Phone: 111-111-1111
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Exterior Maintenance, Hazard Insurance, Management Fee, Reserves

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2640
  • Parcel Number: 74131117

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2023
Sold by
Froatz Denise Ann
Bought by
Cabito Kobylinski Family Revocable Trust
Current Estimated Value
$1,887,547

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2020
Closed on
Jun 18, 2020
Sold by
Buono Brian and Buono Matthew
Bought by
Froatz Denise Ann
Seller's Agent
Brenda Schaefer
The GRUBB Company
Buyer's Agent
Karen Starr
The GRUBB Company
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
4.25%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.72%
Original Mortgage
$975,000
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2017
Sold by
Buono John Francis
Bought by
Buono John Francis and The John Francis Buono Jr Livi

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2005
Sold by
Buono John F and John F Buono Revocable Trust
Bought by
Buono John F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Cabito Kobylinski Family Revocable Trust $1,850,000 Chicago Title
Froatz Denise Ann $1,350,000 Old Republic Title Company
Buono John Francis -- None Available
Buono John F $815,000 North American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Froatz Denise Ann $975,000
Previous Owner Buono John F $450,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,350,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,350,000 -- --
07/07/2020 07/07/20 Sold $1,350,000 +4.2% $507 / Sq Ft
07/07/2020 07/07/20 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $486 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $25,509 $1,924,740 $582,624 $1,342,116
2024 $25,509 $1,887,000 $571,200 $1,315,800
2023 $19,150 $1,404,540 $421,362 $983,178
2022 $18,720 $1,370,000 $413,100 $963,900
2021 $18,250 $1,343,000 $405,000 $945,000
2020 $5,013 $286,825 $137,368 $149,457
2019 $4,262 $281,202 $134,675 $146,527
2018 $4,154 $275,689 $132,035 $143,654
2017 $3,972 $270,283 $129,446 $140,837
2016 $3,960 $264,984 $126,908 $138,076
2015 $3,940 $261,003 $125,001 $136,002
2014 $3,769 $255,891 $122,553 $133,338
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Brenda Schaefer

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Brenda Schaefer

    The GRUBB Company

    (510) 453-2401

    29 Total Sales

    Brenda Schaefer
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  • Karen Starr

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Karen Starr

    The GRUBB Company

    (510) 414-6000

    27 Total Sales

    Karen Starr
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40911350

bridgeMLS

APN: 074-1311-017-00

California Alameda County Alameda 94501 West Alameda

1237 Ballena Blvd, Alameda, CA

This home is located at 1237 Ballena Blvd, Alameda, CA 94501 since 07 July 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,887,547, approximately $709 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 1237 Ballena Blvd is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including William G. Paden Elementary School, Encinal Junior/Senior High, and The Academy of Alameda TK-8 School.

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