NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1521 Cedar St San Carlos, CA 94070

El Sereno Corte Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,274,000 - $3,416,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,510 Sq Ft
$1,345/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 11, 2021

Last sale price $2,950,000 $1,175 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,957/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • White Oaks Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom

About This Home

As of August 2021

This spacious White Oaks home opens onto a sunny, open-plan family and dining room displaying a striking fireplace. The stylish kitchen features modern stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and elegant bar seating. Hardwood flooring and custom design elements run throughout the property. Four bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms are well-planned and bright, boasting tech-enabled amenities including voice-controlled lights and fans. The master suite contains a custom walk-in closet and jacuzzi tub. Additional luxuries include ATT Fiber high-speed internet, voice-controlled door locks, and a separate laundry room. The living room opens onto an upgraded backyard with custom tiling, plenty of privacy, surround sound, and ample space for entertaining. This friendly, sought-after neighborhood offers excellent local access: take a short walk to local schools, Burton Park, and Downtown San Carlos, or simplify your Bay Area commute with a short drive to Caltrain, El Camino Real, 101 and 280.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alex Wang

Rainmaker Real Estate License #01351503 Listed on: 07/08/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Lauren Milano

Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l License #01980080

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $35,905

Year Built

  • 1946

Lot Details

  • 4,639 Sq Ft Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,510 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry Tub
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Thermostat

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$35,905

Year Built

1946

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Zoning: R10006
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 75
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2510
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1946

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning, Gas Starter, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Dining Bar, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven Range - Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 2510
  • Stories: 2
  • Security: Fire System - Sprinkler
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreate - 2+, Walk-In Closet
  • Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Tub / Sink
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full On Ground Floor, Half On Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Tub With Jets, Shower And Tub, Shower Over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Tub With Jets

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Off-Street Parking, On Street

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Ac
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • School District: Sequoia Union High
  • Elementary School: White Oaks Elementary
  • Middle School: Central Middle
  • High School: Sequoia High
  • High School: 674
  • Elementary School: 680
  • Middle School: 619

Lot Info

  • Lot Acres: 0.1065
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 4640.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 4640.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Natural Gas, Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2023
Sold by
Johnson Samuel and Johnson Sandy
Bought by
2023 Johnson-Yau Revocable Trust and Johnson
Current Estimated Value
$3,375,284

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2021
Closed on
Aug 9, 2021
Sold by
Narasimhan Srivatsan and Iyyer Se
Bought by
Johnson Samuel and Yau Sandy
Seller's Agent
Alex Wang
Rainmaker Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Milano
Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$2,698,000
Sold Price
$2,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$252,000
9.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.30%
Original Mortgage
$2,360,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2017
Closed on
Apr 7, 2017
Sold by
Tsui Daren T and Tsui Tina P
Bought by
Narasimhan Srivatsan and Iyyer Se
Seller's Agent
Tatum Joyce And Tatum Real Esta
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Tatum Joyce And Tatum Real Esta
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$2,259,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$159,000
-7.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.26%
Original Mortgage
$1,680,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2013
Sold by
Tsui Daren T and Tsui Tina P
Bought by
Tsui Daren T and Tsui Tina P

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2009
Sold by
Roberts Mark
Bought by
Tsui Daren T and Tsui Tina P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$925,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2007
Sold by
Jorgenson Dennis A and Jorgenson Helen A
Bought by
Roberts Mark

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$687,200
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2007
Sold by
Spink Benjamin John and Spink Katharine Eklof
Bought by
Jorgenson Dennis A and Jorgenson Helen A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$687,200
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2006
Sold by
Spink Benjamin and Spink Katharine
Bought by
Spink Benjamin John and Eklofspink Katharine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 2003
Sold by
Ostella Robert and Ostella Linda
Bought by
Spink Benjamin and Spink Katharine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$457,600
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2000
Sold by
Ostella Robert C
Bought by
Ostella Robert and Ostella Linda

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
8.35%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 1997
Sold by
Ostella Linda Rose
Bought by
Ostella Robert and Ostella Robert C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$234,000
Interest Rate
4.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 1994
Sold by
Ostella Robert C
Bought by
Ostella Robert C
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
2023 Johnson-Yau Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Johnson Samuel $2,950,000 Chicago Title Company
Narasimhan Srivatsan $2,100,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Tsui Daren T -- None Available
Tsui Daren T $1,300,000 First American Title Company
Roberts Mark $859,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Jorgenson Dennis A $865,000 Chicago Title Company
Spink Benjamin John -- None Available
Spink Benjamin $572,000 Old Republic Title Company
Ostella Robert -- Alliance Title
Ostella Robert -- Fidelity National Title Co
Ostella Robert C -- American Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Johnson Samuel $2,360,000
Previous Owner Narasimhan Srivatsan $1,680,000
Previous Owner Tsui Daren T $925,000
Previous Owner Roberts Mark $687,200
Previous Owner Jorgenson Dennis A $173,000
Previous Owner Jorgenson Dennis A $692,000
Previous Owner Spink Benjamin $457,600
Previous Owner Ostella Robert $400,000
Previous Owner Ostella Robert $234,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/11/2021 08/11/21 Sold $2,950,000 +9.3% $1,175 / Sq Ft
07/15/2021 07/15/21 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2021 07/08/21 For Sale $2,698,000 +28.5% $1,075 / Sq Ft
05/01/2017 05/01/17 Sold $2,100,000 -2.7% $824 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/21/2017 03/21/17 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2017 03/03/17 Price Changed $2,159,000 -4.4% $847 / Sq Ft
03/02/2017 03/02/17 For Sale $2,259,000 +7.6% $886 / Sq Ft
03/02/2017 03/02/17 Off Market $2,100,000 -- --
02/10/2017 02/10/17 For Sale $2,259,000 -- $886 / 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 $35,905 $3,130,562 $2,207,312 $923,250
2023 $35,905 $2,730,000 $1,925,000 $805,000
2022 $34,247 $2,950,000 $2,080,000 $870,000
2021 $26,639 $2,251,623 $1,447,472 $804,151
2020 $26,387 $2,228,536 $1,432,630 $795,906
2019 $26,047 $2,184,840 $1,404,540 $780,300
2018 $25,378 $2,142,000 $1,377,000 $765,000
2017 $17,691 $1,445,878 $722,939 $722,939
2016 $17,336 $1,417,528 $708,764 $708,764
2015 $17,274 $1,396,236 $698,118 $698,118
2014 $16,825 $1,368,886 $684,443 $684,443
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alex Wang

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Alex Wang

    Rainmaker Real Estate

    (650) 800-8840

    3 in this area

    177 Total Sales

    Alex Wang
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Lauren Milano

    Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l

  • T

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Tatum Joyce And Tatum Real Esta

    Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

    (650) 714-5852

    23 in this area

    172 Total Sales

    Tatum Joyce And Tatum Real Esta
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81849844

MLSListings

APN: 051-388-140

California San Mateo County San Carlos 94070 El Sereno Corte

1521 Cedar St, San Carlos, CA

This home is located at 1521 Cedar St, San Carlos, CA 94070 since 08 July 2021 and is currently estimated at $3,375,284, approximately $1,344 per square foot. This property was built in 1946. 1521 Cedar St is a home located in San Mateo County with nearby schools including White Oaks Elementary School, Central Middle School, and Sequoia High School.

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