NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1520 Richardson St Martinez, CA 94553

Downtown Martinez Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $527,000 - $709,675

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,143 Sq Ft
$528/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 10, 2021

Last sale price $506,000 $443 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,876/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • 0.22 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Alhambra Senior High School Rated A-
  • Stone Countertops
  • Breakfast Bar

About This Home

As of March 2021

Best Price in Martinez Classic vintage Martinez Charmer close to down town. A MUST SEE home. Very private setting on a double lot with several mature Oak trees. Fenced lot with covered patio. Three bedroom with 2 Masters. Bathrooms and kitchen have been extensively remodeled. Open concept kitchen and LR. Solid granite counter tops and newer SS appliances in the kitchen with newer stacked washer/dryer in laundry closet. LR/Kitchen opens to covered deck. Remodel included insulation, a tankless water heater, and new sewer lines. All work done with permits. The home is 108 years old and is not a good fit for FHA and VA loans. Seller will cooperate with Section 1 repairs. PEAD-V is required in advance for each person entering the home and all visitors must be accompanied by an agent. Visitors must adhere to COVID Policies and Reguluations.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Holmes

Diablo Country Properties License #01383129 Listed on: 01/21/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Rizalene Acosta Briggs

EXP Realty License #02117798

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,082

Year Built

  • Built in 1912

Lot Details

  • 9,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Terraced Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electricity To Lot Line

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Built by Vintage 1912
  • Sunnyside Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3721530305

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,082

Year Built

Built in 1912

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Subdivision Name: SUNNYSIDE
  • Directions: Alhambra Ave to Haven, East to Richardson
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Level, Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Builder Name: Vintage 1912
  • Construction Type: Siding - Other
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Side Yard, Terraced Down, Terraced Up, Entry Gate, Private Entrance
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Closet, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9600
  • Parcel Number: 3721530305
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 21, 2021
Closed on
Mar 4, 2021
Sold by
Karandonis Michael and Karandonis Anne Marie
Bought by
Antonio Elosia
Seller's Agent
Paul Holmes
Diablo Country Properties
Buyer's Agent
Rizalene Acosta Briggs
EXP Realty
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$506,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
2.22%
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$603,169

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$97,169
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.14%
Original Mortgage
$481,270
Outstanding Balance
$433,380
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$172,815

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2012
Sold by
Karandonis Mike and Karandonis Anne Marie
Bought by
Karandonis Michael and Karandonis Anne Marie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2011
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
Karandonis Mike and Karandonis Anne Marie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2011
Sold by
Griff Richard L
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 2001
Sold by
Griff Richard L
Bought by
Griff Richard L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$14,877
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2000
Sold by
Griff Terry A
Bought by
Griff Richard L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,950
Interest Rate
7.98%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 1998
Sold by
Peacock Richard S and Smith Christine M
Bought by
Griff Richard L and Griff Terry A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,250
Interest Rate
10.5%
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
Antonio Elosia $507,000 Wfg National Title Ins Co
Karandonis Michael $42,000 None Available
Karandonis Mike $125,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Wells Fargo Bank Na $178,748 Accommodation
Griff Richard L -- Fidelity National Title Co
Griff Richard L -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Griff Richard L $127,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Antonio Elosia $481,270
Previous Owner Griff Richard L $357,500
Previous Owner Griff Richard L $25,000
Previous Owner Griff Richard L $300,960
Previous Owner Griff Richard L $50,000
Previous Owner Griff Richard L $227,500
Previous Owner Griff Richard L $14,877
Previous Owner Griff Richard L $195,000
Previous Owner Griff Richard L $159,950
Previous Owner Griff Richard L $127,705
Previous Owner Griff Richard L $95,250
Closed Griff Richard L $19,050
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $506,000 -- --
03/10/2021 03/10/21 Sold $506,000 +2.2% $443 / Sq Ft
01/27/2021 01/27/21 Pending -- -- --
01/21/2021 01/21/21 For Sale $495,000 -- $433 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $7,082 $548,357 $417,817 $130,540
2024 $6,957 $537,606 $409,625 $127,981
2023 $6,957 $527,066 $401,594 $125,472
2022 $6,845 $516,732 $393,720 $123,012
2021 $2,478 $145,041 $98,630 $46,411
2019 $2,378 $140,741 $95,705 $45,036
2018 $2,283 $137,982 $93,829 $44,153
2017 $2,228 $135,278 $91,990 $43,288
2016 $2,079 $132,627 $90,187 $42,440
2015 $2,039 $130,636 $88,833 $41,803
2014 $1,990 $128,078 $87,093 $40,985
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Paul Holmes

    Diablo Country Properties

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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Rizalene Acosta Briggs

    EXP Realty

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40934978

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 372-153-030-5

California Contra Costa County Martinez 94553 Downtown Martinez

1520 Richardson St, Martinez, CA

This home is located at 1520 Richardson St, Martinez, CA 94553 since 21 January 2021 and is currently estimated at $603,169, approximately $527 per square foot. This property was built in 1912. 1520 Richardson St is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including John Muir Elementary School, Martinez Junior High School, and Alhambra Senior High School.

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