NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $443,000 - $567,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
840 Sq Ft
871 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold November 29, 2021

Last sale price $510,000 $607 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,543/month

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • End Unit
  • Community Pool
  • Buena Vista Elementary School Rated A
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • 4-minute walk to Civic Park

About This Home

As of November 2021

Showings Begin 9/26. Super desirable floorplan w/ two exterior patios to enjoy the views. This 2nd Flr. corner unit features 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths unit and is fully updated. With treetop views and fresh paint, recessed lighting and brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, you'll also love the remodeled kitchen and baths. This one is turn key and ready to move in, with assigned covered parking and community laundry. Large community pool, a short distance from Civic park, library, and community center. Direct access to downtown Walnut Creek, shopping, public transportation, and restaurants. Great kocation in the building with outdoor patios!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelley Krock

Redfin License #01896209 Listed on: 09/29/2021

Redfin

Last Buyer's Agent

Ed Palma

Bay East Aor License #01958027

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • End Unit

HOA Fees

  • $455 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Carport

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Multiple Heating Units

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 178460024

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, management fee, ground maintenance, trash, water/sewer
  • 35 Units
  • Carmel Towers Subdivision

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

871 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$455 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: CARMEL TOWERS
  • Directions: google
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Building Name: Carmel Towers
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: No Additional Rooms, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: No Lot
  • Pool Private: No
  • Common Walls: Corner Unit
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Siding - Other
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Carport

Utilities

  • Heating: MultiUnits
  • Utilities: All Public Utilities
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Laundry Features: Community Facility
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Pool
  • Association Fee: 455
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Exterior Maintenance, Hazard Insurance, Management Fee, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Water/Sewer

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 178460024
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 35

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2022
Sold by
Palma Edward M
Bought by
Emp Trust
Current Estimated Value
$480,454

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 29, 2021
Closed on
Nov 19, 2021
Sold by
Avila Cesar R and Aguirreche Katiuska C
Bought by
Palma Edward M
Seller's Agent
Kelley Krock
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Ed Palma
Bay East Aor
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$510,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-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
-1.37%
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
3.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 2002
Sold by
Norton Marcie S and Leshin Julius
Bought by
Avila Cesar R and Aguirreche Katiuska C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$197,200
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2000
Sold by
Kowalzyk Kevin E
Bought by
Norton Marcie S and Leshin Julius

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,600
Interest Rate
8.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 1999
Sold by
Lane Steven P
Bought by
Kowalzyk Kevin E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,400
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 1993
Sold by
Seeno Frank
Bought by
Lane Steven P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,700
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records
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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
Emp Trust -- None Listed On Document
Palma Edward M $510,000 Old Republic Title Company
Avila Cesar R $246,500 Fidelity National Title
Norton Marcie S $192,000 Old Republic Title Company
Kowalzyk Kevin E $110,000 First California Title Compa
Lane Steven P $85,000 Financial Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Palma Edward M $350,000
Previous Owner Avila Cesar R $197,200
Previous Owner Norton Marcie S $153,600
Previous Owner Kowalzyk Kevin E $107,400
Previous Owner Lane Steven P $80,700
Closed Avila Cesar R $24,650
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $510,000 -- --
11/29/2021 11/29/21 Sold $510,000 -1.0% $607 / Sq Ft
11/03/2021 11/03/21 Pending -- -- --
10/27/2021 10/27/21 Price Changed $515,000 -1.9% $613 / Sq Ft
09/29/2021 09/29/21 For Sale $525,000 -- $625 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $6,248 $474,000 $278,824 $195,176
2024 $5,997 $455,000 $267,647 $187,353
2023 $5,997 $450,000 $265,000 $185,000
2022 $6,588 $510,000 $300,000 $210,000
2021 $4,640 $329,808 $216,754 $113,054
2019 $4,522 $320,027 $210,326 $109,701
2018 $4,385 $313,752 $206,202 $107,550
2017 $4,293 $307,601 $202,159 $105,442
2016 $4,201 $301,571 $198,196 $103,375
2015 $4,106 $297,042 $195,219 $101,823
2014 $4,053 $291,224 $191,395 $99,829
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40968142

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 178-460-024-7

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