NOT LISTED FOR SALE

14700 Farwell Ave Saratoga, CA 95070

Fruitvale West Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $6,053,000 - $7,226,000

6 Beds
5.5 Baths
4,314 Sq Ft
$1,502/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 29, 2014

Last sale price $3,700,000 $858 Per Sq Ft

Est. 75% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $39,682/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Black Bottom Pool
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Saratoga Elementary School Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • Deck

About This Home

As of May 2014

Peaceful Paradise in Prime Prestigious Farwell neighborhood. Privately gated leading into this breathtaking 1+ Acre Estate. 4314 SF Original Farwell Avenue Farmhouse has been beautifully expanded to gorgeous 5+ bedroom 3.5 bath with views out every window! 396 SF Private Pool house w/ full bath and kitchenette. Plus Guest house over garage w/ full bath & kitchenette. Partial Unfinished Basement!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Davis

Compass License #01445554 Listed on: 05/12/2014

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathy L lan

Intellity Real Estate Services License #00936169

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $52,505

Year Built

  • Built in 1918

Lot Details

  • Security Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Zoning described as R140

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Guest Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Shake Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 4,314 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Skylights
  • Clean Air Certified Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Mountain Views
  • Intercom
  • Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Sustainable
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Loft Bedroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Pool

  • Black Bottom Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Sewer Within 50 Feet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 397-18-045

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$52,505

Year Built

Built in 1918

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Traditional
  • Age: 96
  • Sale Price Per Sq Ft: 857.67
  • Level Street Main: 2 or more Primary Suites, Bedroom(s)
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 4314
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Map Book Page: 872
  • Map Side Coordinate: 3
  • Map Top Coordinate: F
  • Thomas Bros Page: 872
  • Thomas Brothers: F3
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Zoning Description: R140
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Clean Air Certified, Yes
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room, Breakfast Room, Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Ovens - 2+, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Built-In, Hookups - Gas
  • Living Sq Ft: 4314
  • Stories: 2
  • Security: Security Fence
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreate - 2+, Ground Floor Bedroom, Loft Bedroom
  • Laundry: Gas Hookup, 220 Volt Outlet
  • Flooring: Carpet - Area, Tile, Sustainable Materials, Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Guest House, Guest Quarters, Attic, Storage
  • Maximum Bathrooms: 6
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 6
  • Minimum Bathrooms: 6
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathroom: Showers over Tubs - 2+, Tubs - 1, Stall Shower - 2+, Sunken Tub, Tub in Primary Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Foundation Pillars
  • Pool Description: Spa / Hot Tub, In Ground Other, Pool - Black Bottom, Heated - No, Pool - Yes
  • Roof: Shake
  • View: Mountains
  • Yard/Grounds: Sprinkler(s) - Front, Sprinkler(s) - Rear, Sprinklers - Auto, BBQ Area, Deck, Fenced
  • Pool: Yes
  • Exterior: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Guest / Visitor Parking, Off-Street Parking, RV/Boat Parking
  • Carport Min: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Baseboard, Forced Air, Electric, Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer in Street, Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Window Covering(s), Bay Window, Built-in Vacuum

Schools

  • School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
  • Middle School: Redwood Middle
  • Middle School: 198

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 397-18-045
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 857.44
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 43560.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Max Search: 43560.00
  • Lot Size Area Min Search: 43560.00
  • Maximum Lot Size: 43560.00
  • Map Book: Thomas Bros

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Skylight

Multi Family

  • Maximum Building Height: 2
  • Minimum Building Height: 2

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
  • Middle School Text: Redwood Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2014
Closed on
May 20, 2014
Sold by
Gonzales Eric David and Gonzales Melinda
Bought by
He Guanyan and Luo Qi
Seller's Agent
Julie Davis
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Kathy L lan
Intellity Real Estate Services
List Price
$3,699,000
Sold Price
$3,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.03%
Current Estimated Value
$6,479,885

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,779,885
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.11%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2004
Sold by
Houston Jerry D and Houston Jill C
Bought by
Gonzales Eric David and Gonzales Melinda

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$337,500
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2003
Sold by
Houston Jerry Dwight and Houston Jill Carol
Bought by
Houston Jerry D and Houston Jill C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$860,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 1997
Sold by
Cohen Samuel J
Bought by
Houston Jerry Dwight and Houston Jill Carol

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
7.33%
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
He Guanyan $3,700,000 Old Republic Title Company
Gonzales Eric David $3,550,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Houston Jerry D -- Fidelity National Title Ins
Houston Jerry Dwight $1,240,000 Santa Clara Land Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open He Guanyan $3,990,000
Previous Owner Gonzales Eric David $337,500
Previous Owner Gonzales Eric David $2,662,500
Previous Owner Houston Jerry Dwight $860,000
Previous Owner Houston Jerry Dwight $150,000
Previous Owner Houston Jerry Dwight $850,000
Previous Owner Houston Jerry Dwight $500,000
Previous Owner Houston Jerry Dwight $220,000
Previous Owner Houston Jerry Dwight $700,000
Previous Owner Houston Jerry D $600,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2014 05/29/14 Sold $3,700,000 0.0% $858 / Sq Ft
05/18/2014 05/18/14 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2014 05/12/14 For Sale $3,699,000 -- $857 / 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 $52,505 $4,535,684 $3,371,120 $1,164,564
2024 $52,505 $4,446,750 $3,305,020 $1,141,730
2023 $52,505 $4,359,560 $3,240,216 $1,119,344
2022 $51,015 $4,274,080 $3,176,683 $1,097,397
2021 $50,213 $4,190,276 $3,114,396 $1,075,880
2020 $49,186 $4,147,311 $3,082,462 $1,064,849
2019 $48,382 $4,065,992 $3,022,022 $1,043,970
2018 $46,556 $3,986,267 $2,962,767 $1,023,500
2017 $47,426 $3,908,106 $2,904,674 $1,003,432
2016 $46,099 $3,831,477 $2,847,720 $983,757
2015 $45,231 $3,773,926 $2,804,945 $968,981
2014 $35,765 $2,983,000 $2,100,700 $882,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Julie Davis

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Julie Davis

    Compass

    (408) 888-6587

    80 Total Sales

    Julie Davis
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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Kathy L lan

    Intellity Real Estate Services

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81416422

MLSListings

APN: 397-18-045

California Santa Clara County Saratoga 95070 Fruitvale West

14700 Farwell Ave, Saratoga, CA

This home is located at 14700 Farwell Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070 since 12 May 2014 and is currently estimated at $6,479,885, approximately $1,502 per square foot. This property was built in 1918. 14700 Farwell Ave is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Saratoga Elementary School, Foothill Elementary School, and Argonaut Elementary School.

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