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Seller's Agent in 2020
Shilpa Merchant
Compass
170 Formway Ct Los Altos, CA 94022
Los Altos AreaEstimated Value: $4,635,719
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,300
Sq Ft
$2,016/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Formal Dining Room
- Open to Family Room
- Separate Family Room
About This Home
As of December 2020One-of-a-kind REAL Farmhouse - full of charm & character, park-like yard, North Los Altos cul-de-sac location, & close to schools and downtown! 3BD/2.5BA main house & 1BD/1BA studio loft over 3-car garage. Built in 1905, this Period Revival Farmhouse retains its charm & updated and modified over time to meet todays needs. 9 ft high ceilings on main level, new roof w/28 solar panels, hardwood floors, recessed lights, nest thermostat, AC, basement for storage and more! Huge primary suite w/vaulted beamed ceilings, nook for study & extra large closet/storage areas. Large and open updated kitchen w/space for casual dining. Expansive family room opens to covered patio effectively doubling the family area - perfect for indoor-outdoor living! Fabulous yard w/large deck, hot tub, turf and high covered patio w/wet-bar, wine fridge, fire pit, overhead fans, heaters & wired for TV. 3-car garage w/EV charger; one garage bay being used as home office. Los Altos schools: Almond, Egan, Los Altos High
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Shilpa Merchant
Compass License #01112533 Listed on: 11/05/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
Brendan Callahan
Compass License #01397059
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 1905
Lot Details
- 10,511
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,300 Sq Ft Home
- Separate Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Additional Features
- 10,511 Sq Ft Lot
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 5, 2020
Closed on
Nov 12, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Shilpa Merchant
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Brendan Callahan
Compass
List Price
$2,998,000
Sold Price
$3,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$352,000
11.74%
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
$1,285,719
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.94%
Original Mortgage
$2,680,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,335,333
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,300,386
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 5, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 19, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 27, 2012
Closed on
Nov 2, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Gary Herbert
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Shilpa Merchant
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-2.86%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.60%
Original Mortgage
$1,360,000
Interest Rate
3.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 19, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 26, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 15, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
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
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $3,350,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $1,400,000 | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $1,699,750 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| -- | Commonwealth Land Title Co | ||
| -- | Commonwealth Land Title Co | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $1,200,000 | Stewart Title Of California | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,680,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $1,360,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $360,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $1,025,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $650,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2020 12/10/20 | Sold | $3,350,000 | +11.7% | $1,457 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/11/2020 11/11/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/05/2020 11/05/20 | For Sale | $2,998,000 | +76.4% | $1,303 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/20/2012 11/20/12 | Sold | $1,700,000 | -2.9% | $739 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/16/2012 10/16/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/27/2012 09/27/12 | For Sale | $1,750,000 | -- | $761 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
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 | $43,624 | $3,698,668 | $3,513,735 | $184,933 |
| 2025 | $42,034 | $3,626,146 | $3,444,839 | $181,307 |
| 2024 | $42,034 | $3,555,046 | $3,377,294 | $177,752 |
| 2023 | $41,735 | $3,485,340 | $3,311,073 | $174,267 |
| 2022 | $41,090 | $3,417,000 | $3,246,150 | $170,850 |
| 2021 | $41,341 | $3,350,000 | $3,182,500 | $167,500 |
| 2020 | $31,204 | $2,455,258 | $2,136,427 | $318,831 |
| 2019 | $30,389 | $2,407,117 | $2,094,537 | $312,580 |
| 2018 | $23,262 | $1,839,841 | $1,406,938 | $432,903 |
| 2017 | $22,312 | $1,803,766 | $1,379,351 | $424,415 |
| 2016 | $21,810 | $1,768,399 | $1,352,305 | $416,094 |
| 2015 | $21,611 | $1,741,837 | $1,331,993 | $409,844 |
| 2014 | $21,194 | $1,707,718 | $1,305,902 | $401,816 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2020
Brendan Callahan
Compass
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Seller's Agent in 2012
Gary Herbert
Coldwell Banker Realty
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81818539
APN: 170-31-040
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