NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1309 Merrivale West Square San Jose, CA 95117

Castlemont Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,025,000 - $1,081,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,056 Sq Ft
$996/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2017

Last sale price $920,000 $871 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,169/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Cabanas
  • Clubhouse
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • George C. Payne Elementary School Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of December 2017

Meticulously maintained and upgraded Merrivale West town home. Natural light pours in through the wall of windows from the private patio area. Family life and entertaining friends is going to be a breeze for the cook in the family the way the remodeled kitchen opens to the dining area and living room. Wood floor throughout the downstairs with new carpet upstairs in bedrooms. Vaulted ceilings really add to the spacious feeling of the open floor plan. Both bathrooms are remodeled complete with sun tunnels for abundant natural light. The peaceful and private patio is perfect for outdoor dining. Direct access into the home from the attached 2 car garage with opener. Central commute location close to Santana Row, Valley Fair, historic downtown Campbell and the new Apple campus. Walking trails for evening walks. Best run HOA in the valley with dues of $250 monthly which includes a pool, clubhouse and the beautiful mature shrubbery. Merrivale West is a hidden gem in Silicon Valley.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Lindsay

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00927727 Listed on: 11/07/2017

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Patricia Kelner

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01443696

Last Buyer's Agent

Johnson Woo

Maxreal Property License #01352325

Maxreal Property

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,274

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 1,346 Sq Ft Lot
  • South Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $250 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Guest Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,056 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Dryer

Pool

  • Cabana
  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Separate Meters
  • Individual Gas Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 305-09-018

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area electricity, common area gas, electricity, exterior painting, fencing, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - exterior, maintenance - road, management fee, pool spa or tennis, reserves, roof
  • 252 Units
  • Compass Management Association
  • Built by Merrivale West Homeowners

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Recreation Facilities
  • Community Cabanas
  • Community Pool

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,274

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$250 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Townhouse
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Age: 45
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 252
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1056
  • Complex Name: Merrivale West Homeowners
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Zoning Description: RM
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Range, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1056
  • Stories: 1
  • Laundry: In Garage, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Pool Description: Cabana / Dressing Room, Community Facility, Heated - Solar, Pool - In Ground
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool: Yes
  • Property Faces: South
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Guest / Visitor Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 250
  • HOA Amenities: Cabana, Club House, Community Pool, Recreation Room
  • HOA Documents: Articles of Incorporation, Budget, Bylaws, CC&RS, Financial Statement, Minutes, Rules & Regulations
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Electricity, Common Area Gas, Electricity, Exterior Painting, Fencing, Landscaping / Gardening, Maintenance - Exterior, Maintenance - Road, Management Fee, Pool, Spa, or Tennis, Reserves, Roof
  • H O A Name Text: Compass Management Association
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Vaulted Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Campbell Union High
  • Elementary School: George C. Payne Elementary
  • Middle School: Moreland Middle
  • High School: Prospect High
  • High School: 241
  • Elementary School: 158
  • Middle School: 35652

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 305-09-018
  • Lot Acres: 0.0309
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 1344.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 1344.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters, Public Utilities
  • Maximum Building Height: 2
  • Minimum Building Height: 2

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Campbell Union High
  • Elementary School Text: George C. Payne Elementary
  • High School Text: Prospect High
  • Middle School Text: Moreland Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 7, 2017
Closed on
Dec 7, 2017
Sold by
Hsi Shih Jung and Peng Ping Ching
Bought by
Leng Jeffrey and Leng Sandy C
Seller's Agent
David Lindsay
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Johnson Woo
Maxreal Property
List Price
$739,000
Sold Price
$920,000
Premium/Discount to List
$181,000
24.49%
Current Estimated Value
$1,051,450

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$131,450
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.75%
Original Mortgage
$690,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2009
Sold by
Higgins Vii Robert S and Higgins Gail M
Bought by
Hsi Shih Jung and Peng Ping Ching

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$338,400
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1996
Sold by
Mcclung Rex
Bought by
Fritch Mcclung Jeanie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.95%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 1996
Sold by
Fritch Jeanie D and Fritch Jeanie
Bought by
Higgins Vii Robert S and Higgins Gail M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.95%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
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
Leng Jeffrey $920,000 Cornerstone Title Co
Hsi Shih Jung $423,000 Chicago Title Company
Fritch Mcclung Jeanie -- First American Title Guarant
Higgins Vii Robert S $150,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Leng Jeffrey $653,000
Closed Leng Jeffrey $690,000
Previous Owner Hsi Shih Jung $320,000
Previous Owner Hsi Shih Jung $338,400
Previous Owner Higgins Vii Robert S $338,000
Previous Owner Higgins Vii Robert S $140,000
Previous Owner Higgins Vii Robert S $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2017 12/15/17 Sold $920,000 +24.5% $871 / Sq Ft
11/15/2017 11/15/17 Pending -- -- --
11/07/2017 11/07/17 For Sale $739,000 -- $700 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $14,274 $1,046,798 $523,399 $523,399
2024 $14,274 $1,026,274 $513,137 $513,137
2023 $14,084 $1,006,152 $503,076 $503,076
2022 $13,877 $986,424 $493,212 $493,212
2021 $12,563 $882,000 $441,000 $441,000
2020 $11,954 $845,000 $422,500 $422,500
2019 $12,882 $938,400 $469,200 $469,200
2018 $12,571 $920,000 $460,000 $460,000
2017 $7,064 $470,462 $235,231 $235,231
2016 $6,679 $461,238 $230,619 $230,619
2015 $6,620 $454,310 $227,155 $227,155
2014 -- $445,412 $222,706 $222,706
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • David Lindsay

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    David Lindsay

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (408) 205-1148

    10 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    David Lindsay
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  • Patricia Kelner

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Patricia Kelner

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (408) 205-3319

    11 in this area

    56 Total Sales

    Patricia Kelner
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Johnson Woo

    Maxreal Property

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81684050

MLSListings

APN: 305-09-018

California Santa Clara County San Jose 95117 Castlemont

1309 Merrivale West Square, San Jose, CA

This home is located at 1309 Merrivale West Square, San Jose, CA 95117 since 07 November 2017 and is currently estimated at $1,051,450, approximately $995 per square foot. This property was built in 1972. 1309 Merrivale West Square is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including George C. Payne Elementary School, Moreland Middle School, and Prospect High School.

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