NOT LISTED FOR SALE

157 Belle Ave Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

Estimated Value: $1,169,000 - $1,331,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,575 Sq Ft
$798/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 12, 2020

Last sale price $1,100,000 $698 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,854/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • College Park High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stone Countertops

About This Home

As of November 2020

Incredibly charming mid-century home that has been well loved & cared for by only 2 families in 66 years! Nearly 1⁄2 acre gives plenty of room to expand, add a pool, casita or whatever! Natural light abounds w/a wall of windows in the main living space, coupled w/warm hardwood & tall ceilings, make this a delightful place to spend your time. Spacious kitchen has been refreshed w/painted wood cabinets, granite, newer appliances, inside laundry & a view of the front garden. Both bathrooms have been perfectly updated. In addition to the 3 bedrooms is a spacious & private office. Historical ‘party house’ w/ exposed wooden framing, metal corrugated roof & vintage bar. Other features: new HVAC, updated electrical, LED recessed lighting, custom window treatments, new interior & exterior paint, GIANT lot with storage barn, raised planter beds, cutting garden & fruit trees. Excellent location w/easy access to freeway & BART; Close to trails, parks, & amenities. Premier Pleasant Hill Schools!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Gargiulo

Keller Williams Realty License #01812201 Listed on: 10/27/2020

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Gregory Mathers

Coldwell Banker License #01966955

Coldwell Banker

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,909

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Linoleum
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Graceland Walnut Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1702420231

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,909

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.41
  • Subdivision Name: GRACELAND WALNUT
  • Directions: Putnam to Belle
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Mid Century Modern
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Tile
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Florida/Screen Room, Office, Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Solid Surface, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Pool Features: Possible Pool Site, None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Yard Space
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, In Kitchen
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Sump Pump, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 18000
  • Parcel Number: 1702420231
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2021
Sold by
Warriner Watson Roth and The Watson Warriner Revocable
Bought by
Warriner Watson Roth and Warriner Amol Apoorva
Current Estimated Value
$1,256,468

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 27, 2020
Closed on
Nov 9, 2020
Sold by
Gastano Fernando and Chase Peter
Bought by
Warriner Watson Roth
Seller's Agent
Kelly Gargiulo
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gregory Mathers
Coldwell Banker
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$125,000
12.82%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.59%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 2018
Sold by
Castano Fernando
Bought by
Castano Fernando

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2013
Sold by
Laquey Theresa A Soder
Bought by
Castano Fernando H and Chase Peter G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$524,000
Interest Rate
4.36%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 1995
Sold by
Soder Janet C
Bought by
Soder Janet C
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Warriner Watson Roth -- None Available
Warriner Watson Roth $1,100,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Castano Fernando -- None Available
Chase Peter -- None Available
Castano Fernando H $655,000 Placer Title Company
Soder Janet C -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Warriner Watson Roth $511,000
Previous Owner Chase Peter G $513,000
Previous Owner Castano Fernando H $35,000
Previous Owner Castano Fernando H $520,000
Previous Owner Castano Fernando H $524,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,100,000 -- --
11/12/2020 11/12/20 Sold $1,100,000 +12.8% $698 / Sq Ft
11/03/2020 11/03/20 Pending -- -- --
10/27/2020 10/27/20 For Sale $975,000 -- $619 / 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 $13,909 $1,190,674 $768,526 $422,148
2024 $13,692 $1,167,328 $753,457 $413,871
2023 $13,692 $1,144,440 $738,684 $405,756
2022 $13,578 $1,122,000 $724,200 $397,800
2021 $13,298 $1,100,000 $710,000 $390,000
2019 $8,913 $719,785 $521,983 $197,802
2018 $8,600 $705,673 $511,749 $193,924
2017 $8,343 $691,837 $501,715 $190,122
2016 $8,219 $678,273 $491,878 $186,395
2015 $8,097 $668,086 $484,490 $183,596
2014 $8,001 $655,000 $475,000 $180,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40927084

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 170-242-023-1