Michele J. Sherman
HomeSmart Optima Realty
(510) 560-7240
27 Total Sales
1 in Gateley
$369,000 Price
1253 McDonald Dr Pinole, CA 94564
Gateley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $799,000 - $899,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,608
Sq Ft
$539/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Carquinez Strait
- 0.53 Acre Lot
- Stone Countertops
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of April 2021Sitting high above the Bay in the hills of Pinole on a gorgeous street with privacy and seclusion on an over half acre lot .53 this beautiful home has stunning views of the San Pablo Bay and Carquinez Bridge from the front and back of the home. Beautifully maintained by the current owners features beautiful hardwood flooring, custom built bay windows, and dual pane windows throughout. Updated kitchen and baths features granite counters and jacuzzi tub in primary bath. Large kitchen family great room area and oversized 2 car garage. Large backyard with deck offers endless possibilities.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Security Pacific Real Estate License #00918063 Listed on: 03/19/2021
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1965
Lot Details
- 22,940 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Lot Sloped Down
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Bay
- Carquinez Strait
- Downtown
- Hills
Home Design
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Brick Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Cooktop
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gravity Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
- Private Sewer
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Silver Ridge Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 402270018
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 19, 2021
Closed on
Apr 14, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Gary Torretta
Security Pacific Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Matt Rubenstein
Compass
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
12.64%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$33,468
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.70%
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Outstanding Balance
$637,252
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$229,280
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 10, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$239,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 8, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,750
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 22, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,750
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 9, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$536,000
Interest Rate
8.25%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 5, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$253,400
Interest Rate
7.66%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 4, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Gateley, CA
-
Michele J. Sherman
-
Brian Baniqued
Brian Baniqued
Baniqued Realty
(510) 296-9325
27 Total Sales
1 in Gateley
$825,000 Price
-
Rick Capps
Rick Capps
Coldwell Banker Bartels
(341) 999-5209
72 Total Sales
47 in Gateley
$41K - $245K Price Range
-
Ranon Lanners
Ranon Lanners
Christie's Int'l RE Sereno
(669) 279-4009
40 Total Sales
1 in Gateley
$730,000 Price
-
Felicia Spiller
Felicia Spiller
Real Brokerage Technologies
(707) 307-5573
21 Total Sales
2 in Gateley
$345K - $650K Price Range
-
Kelli Kelly
Kelli Kelly
eXp Realty of California, Inc
(707) 926-4912
33 Total Sales
1 in Gateley
$685,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $900,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| -- | Chicago Title Company | ||
| -- | Chicago Title Company | ||
| -- | First American Title Co | ||
| $385,000 | First American Title Company | ||
| $472,500 | First American Title | ||
| $670,000 | Alliance Title Company | ||
| $317,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $720,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $239,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $283,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $288,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | $536,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $51,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $333,700 | ||
| Previous Owner | $70,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $269,600 | ||
| Previous Owner | $253,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $900,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/16/2021 04/16/21 | Sold | $900,000 | +12.6% | $560 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2021 03/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/19/2021 03/19/21 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | $497 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,490 | $772,000 | $471,778 | $300,222 |
| 2025 | $11,490 | $789,000 | $482,168 | $306,832 |
| 2024 | $11,786 | $789,000 | $482,167 | $306,833 |
| 2023 | $11,786 | $826,000 | $505,000 | $321,000 |
| 2022 | $13,077 | $918,000 | $561,000 | $357,000 |
| 2021 | $7,138 | $458,022 | $214,139 | $243,883 |
| 2019 | $6,729 | $444,439 | $207,789 | $236,650 |
| 2018 | $6,513 | $435,725 | $203,715 | $232,010 |
| 2017 | $6,381 | $427,182 | $199,721 | $227,461 |
| 2016 | $6,330 | $418,806 | $195,805 | $223,001 |
| 2015 | $5,840 | $375,000 | $175,325 | $199,675 |
| 2014 | $5,720 | $361,500 | $169,013 | $192,487 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Gary Torretta
Seller's Agent in 2021
Gary Torretta
Security Pacific Real Estate
(510) 508-5634
18 in this area
147 Total Sales
-
Matt Rubenstein
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Matt Rubenstein
Compass
(925) 586-6578
4 in this area
79 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40942051
APN: 402-270-018-3
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