Ben Olsen
Brightwork Realty Advocates
(925) 940-8628
124 Total Sales
1 in Martinez
$610,000 Price
1516 Brown St Martinez, CA 94553
Martinez AreaEstimated Value: $608,000 - $698,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,024
Sq Ft
$633/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- Stone Countertops
- Garden
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Outdoor Storage
About This Home
As of March 2021Welcome to this traditional Martinez home that has loads of charm and character. Located on a quiet street close to parks, schools and downtown Martinez this is an ideal location. This 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom house has some updated features like new paint inside and outside and a remodeled Master Bathroom as well as traditional features like original hardwood floors throughout. A warm living room with a fireplace opens to a bonus room which could be used as a dining room, office or family room. Functional Kitchen space and separate laundry room leads to the back porch and private backyard. Enjoy gardening and privacy in the backyard along with Citrus trees and Pear trees. This cute charmer is in a great neighborhood and waiting for a buyer to make it their own. All information and images should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy.
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1918
Lot Details
- 4,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Additional Features
- Outdoor Storage
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 3740320068
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 3, 2021
Closed on
Feb 24, 2021
Sold by
Plude Peter D and Joseph L Plude Revocable Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Stephen Wondolowski
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Debbi Snyder
Snyder Real Estate Group
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$640,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
18.74%
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
-$2,714
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.23%
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Outstanding Balance
$420,399
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$227,698
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 17, 2019
Sold by
Plude Joseph L
Bought by
Joseph L Plude Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2010
Sold by
Rww Properties Llc
Bought by
Plude Joseph
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$261,478
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 2010
Sold by
Conrad Shelley and Conrad James F
Bought by
Rww Properties Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 25, 2005
Sold by
Winward Joel
Bought by
Conrad James F and Conrad Shelley
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 1998
Sold by
Gregory Suverkrup R
Bought by
Winward Joel
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 10, 1996
Sold by
Gregory Suverkrup R
Bought by
Suverkrup R Gregory
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Ben Olsen
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17 Total Sales
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$830,000 Price
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Deborah Zacharatos
Deborah Zacharatos
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41 Total Sales
1 in Martinez
$642,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $640,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| Joseph L Plude Revocable Trust | -- | None Available | |
| Plude Joseph | $265,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Rww Properties Llc | $195,300 | None Available | |
| Conrad James F | $475,000 | Financial Title | |
| Winward Joel | $144,000 | First American Title Guarant | |
| Suverkrup R Gregory | -- | Fidelity National Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $480,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Plude Joseph | $253,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Plude Joseph | $264,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Plude Joseph | $261,478 | |
| Previous Owner | Conrad James F | $380,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Winward Joel | $170,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Winward Joel | $169,000 |
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 | $640,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/05/2021 03/05/21 | Sold | $640,000 | +18.7% | $625 / Sq Ft |
| 02/08/2021 02/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/03/2021 02/03/21 | For Sale | $539,000 | -- | $526 / 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 | $9,091 | $706,608 | $441,631 | $264,977 |
| 2025 | $9,091 | $692,754 | $432,972 | $259,782 |
| 2024 | $8,538 | $679,172 | $424,483 | $254,689 |
| 2023 | $8,538 | $665,856 | $416,160 | $249,696 |
| 2022 | $8,398 | $652,800 | $408,000 | $244,800 |
| 2021 | $7,553 | $584,000 | $337,000 | $247,000 |
| 2019 | $4,282 | $311,735 | $200,984 | $110,751 |
| 2018 | $4,140 | $305,624 | $197,044 | $108,580 |
| 2017 | $4,063 | $299,632 | $193,181 | $106,451 |
| 2016 | $3,707 | $286,797 | $189,394 | $97,403 |
| 2015 | $3,658 | $282,490 | $186,550 | $95,940 |
| 2014 | $3,587 | $276,957 | $182,896 | $94,061 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Stephen Wondolowski
SW
Seller's Agent in 2021
Stephen Wondolowski
Compass
(925) 257-0305
2 Total Sales
-
Debbi Snyder
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Debbi Snyder
Snyder Real Estate Group
(925) 518-6461
78 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40936152
APN: 374-032-006-8
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