NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 W 40th Ave San Mateo, CA 94403

Westwood Knolls Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,915,000 - $2,610,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,638 Sq Ft
$1,387/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 31, 2023

Last sale price $2,100,000 $1,282 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,057/month

Highlights

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Hillsdale High School Rated A+
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

As of May 2023

Stunning Mediterranean-style home remodeled and updated with all the modern conveniences while maintaining its charm! Located on a quiet street yet walking distance to shops & restaurants, this spacious 3bed/2bath single story, with bonus home office, has a great flow that feels much larger than its square footage. The Chefs Kitchen features a professional quality 36" Bluestar 6 burner gas range, Meile dishwasher, farmhouse sink, granite counters & custom cabinets. Beautiful Primary en-suite bath with Carrera marble, dual pedestal sinks & oversized shower. Primary suite has french doors leading to the Ipe Wood deck w/seating & flat yard. Privacy is the cornerstone of this beautifully landscaped oasis including a large lawn, fruit trees, and Spa area featuring a new 7-person 40-jet electric hot tub, outdoor shower, and porcelain pavers w/in-ground smart lights. Hardwood floors & recessed lighting throughout. EV charger, and tons of storage in the garage w/loft & extra large crawl space.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Karson

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty License #01775831 Listed on: 04/28/2023

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Rumana Jabeen

KW Advisors License #01296366

KW Advisors

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 5,223 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R10006

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger

Home Design

  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,638 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Not Connected to Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 042-233-040

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1638
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Zoning Description: R10006
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Living Sq Ft: 1638
  • Stories: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 1 (120 volts)

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Not Connected

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 042-233-040
  • Lot Acres: 0.1199
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5225.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5225.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Tankless Water Heater

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: San Mateo Union High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 28, 2023
Closed on
May 15, 2023
Sold by
Cohen Park Family Trust
Bought by
Goldfein Aaron and Goldfein Carrie Weintraub
Seller's Agent
Lisa Karson
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Rumana Jabeen
KW Advisors
List Price
$2,100,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Views
11
Current Estimated Value
$2,272,342

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$172,342
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.08%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Outstanding Balance
$777,755
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,494,587

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2016
Closed on
Aug 17, 2016
Sold by
Solomon Lance I and Solomon Jeannine
Bought by
Park Derek and Cohen Michael
Seller's Agent
Anne Pearson
Equus Realty
Buyer's Agent
RECIP
Out of Area Office
List Price
$1,425,000
Sold Price
$1,530,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
7.37%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$1,224,000
Interest Rate
3.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2012
Sold by
Solomon Lance and Solomon Jeannine
Bought by
Solomon Lance I and Solomon Jeannine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2007
Sold by
Kay Robert J
Bought by
Solomon Lance and Shaw Jeannine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$592,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2006
Sold by
Kay Robert and Massa Tammy Annette
Bought by
Kay Robert J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 24, 1997
Sold by
Kay Frances E and Kay Robert J
Bought by
Kay Robert J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
7.16%
Source: Public Records

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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
Goldfein Aaron $2,100,000 Chicago Title Company
Park Derek $1,530,000 Lawyers Title Company
Solomon Lance I -- None Available
Solomon Lance $866,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Kay Robert J -- Stewart Title Of Ca Inc
Kay Robert J -- First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Goldfein Aaron $800,000
Previous Owner Park Derek $1,224,000
Previous Owner Solomon Lance $592,000
Previous Owner Kay Robert J $650,000
Previous Owner Kay Robert J $285,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/31/2023 05/31/23 Sold $2,100,000 0.0% $1,282 / Sq Ft
04/29/2023 04/29/23 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2023 04/28/23 For Sale $2,100,000 +37.3% $1,282 / Sq Ft
08/19/2016 08/19/16 Sold $1,530,000 +7.4% $934 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/22/2016 07/22/16 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2016 07/14/16 For Sale $1,425,000 -- $870 / 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 $26,242 $2,184,840 $1,456,560 $728,280
2023 $26,242 $1,706,741 $1,260,535 $446,206
2022 $21,072 $1,673,276 $1,235,819 $437,457
2021 $20,798 $1,640,468 $1,211,588 $428,880
2020 $19,860 $1,623,648 $1,199,165 $424,483
2019 $19,160 $1,591,812 $1,175,652 $416,160
2018 $18,407 $1,560,600 $1,152,600 $408,000
2017 $18,140 $1,530,000 $1,130,000 $400,000
2016 $12,535 $1,038,049 $480,445 $557,604
2015 $10,329 $854,000 $427,000 $427,000
2014 $10,445 $825,000 $412,500 $412,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lisa Karson

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Lisa Karson

    Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

    (650) 759-4644

    3 in this area

    95 Total Sales

    Lisa Karson
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  • Rumana Jabeen

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Rumana Jabeen

    KW Advisors

    (650) 743-4503

    2 in this area

    128 Total Sales

    Rumana Jabeen
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  • Anne Pearson

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Anne Pearson

    Equus Realty

    (650) 631-0170

    9 Total Sales

    Anne Pearson
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  • R

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    RECIP

    Out of Area Office

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81926314

MLSListings

APN: 042-233-040

California San Mateo County San Mateo 94403 Westwood Knolls

159 W 40th Ave, San Mateo, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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