NOT LISTED FOR SALE

17985 Helen Way Los Gatos, CA 95033

Lexington HIlls Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,045,000 - $1,147,100

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,491 Sq Ft
$732/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 18, 2023

Last sale price $985,000 $661 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,929/month

89 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Skyline View
  • Deck
  • Lexington Elementary School Rated A-
  • Clubhouse
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of January 2023

Fantastic Redwood Estates home! Updated w/ breathtaking view of the mountains and beautiful light throughout! Sunny kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, corian counter, oak cabinets & cork flooring. New carpet, interior & exterior paint. Primary bedroom offers soaring ceiling, expansive windows, hardwood flooring and loft area. Hall bath with skylight and dual sink. Lower level with private access, recessed lighting, and large walk-in closet and bath. Additional large studio w/kitchenette. Indoor laundry room w/sink & cabinets, storage room w/ workshop & shelving. Treks deck and partially wrap around redwood deck with seating area overlooking the beautiful mountain and redwood views. Parking area fits approx 4-5 cars. Sought after Community just blocks from the playground, pool community center, popular Nonnos Cafe, Redwood Store, Post Office and Fire station. Minutes to town and Lexingtoin (IB Programme) elementary, Fisher Middle, and Los Gatos High.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Sgarlato

Compass License #01342694 Listed on: 09/29/2022

Compass

Co-Listed By

Georgia Howard

Compass License #01454270

Last Buyer's Agent

Anthony Thompson

Redfin License #01126610

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,953

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 7,897 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Zoning described as HS

HOA Fees

  • $115 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Skyline
  • Mountain
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,491 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Garden Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Laundry Tub

Parking

  • 5 Parking Spaces
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Private Pool
  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Wood Insert Heater
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Propane
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 544-39-041

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include maintenance - common area, maintenance - road, pool spa or tennis
  • Redwood Estates Service Association
  • Built by Redwood Estates

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Sport Court
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,953

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$115 per month

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 94
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 350
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1491
  • Complex Name: Redwood Estates
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Zoning Description: HS
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1491
  • Stories: 2
  • Bedrooms: Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Inside, Tub / Sink, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Storage
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Shower and Tub, Skylight, Stall Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Pool Description: Community Facility
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • View: Mountains, Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced
  • Pool: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 5
  • Garage Parking Features: Off-Street Parking, Uncovered Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating System: Fireplace, Propane
  • Sewer/Septic System: Existing Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 115
  • HOA Amenities: Club House, Community Pool, Game Court (Outdoor), Playground
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Road, Pool, Spa, or Tennis
  • H O A Name Text: Redwood Estates Service Association
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Garden Window, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
  • Elementary School: Lexington Elementary
  • Middle School: Raymond J. Fisher Middle
  • High School: Los Gatos High
  • High School: 262
  • Elementary School: 142
  • Middle School: 141

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 544-39-041
  • Lot Acres: 0.1813
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 7898.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 7898.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Propane On Site

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Lexington Elementary
  • High School Text: Los Gatos High
  • Middle School Text: Raymond J. Fisher Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 29, 2022
Closed on
Jan 10, 2023
Sold by
Decarvalho Living Trust
Bought by
Tran Tam and Zhukenov Anuar
Seller's Agent
Lisa Sgarlato
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Thompson
Redfin
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$985,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$215,000
-17.92%
Views
33
Current Estimated Value
$1,092,025

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$107,025
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.44%
Original Mortgage
$886,000
Outstanding Balance
$853,775
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$223,619

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2006
Sold by
Decarvalho Francis A and Decarvalho Carol G
Bought by
Decarvalho Francis and Decarvalho Carol Guidry
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
Tran Tam $985,000 Old Republic Title
Decarvalho Francis -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tran Tam $886,000
Previous Owner Decarvalho Carol Guidry $490,000
Previous Owner Decarvalho Francis A $118,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/18/2023 01/18/23 Sold $985,000 -10.5% $661 / Sq Ft
12/28/2022 12/28/22 Pending -- -- --
10/31/2022 10/31/22 Price Changed $1,100,000 -8.3% $738 / Sq Ft
09/29/2022 09/29/22 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $805 / 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 $11,953 $1,024,793 $819,835 $204,958
2024 $11,953 $1,004,700 $803,760 $200,940
2023 $3,661 $283,080 $205,608 $77,472
2022 $3,643 $277,530 $201,577 $75,953
2021 $3,551 $272,089 $197,625 $74,464
2020 $3,495 $269,300 $195,599 $73,701
2019 $3,458 $264,020 $191,764 $72,256
2018 $3,415 $258,844 $188,004 $70,840
2017 $3,409 $253,769 $184,318 $69,451
2016 $3,324 $248,794 $180,704 $68,090
2015 $3,309 $245,058 $177,990 $67,068
2014 $3,270 $240,259 $174,504 $65,755
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Lisa Sgarlato

    Compass

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  • G

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Georgia Howard

    Compass

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  • A

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Anthony Thompson

    Redfin

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81908949

MLSListings

APN: 544-39-041

California Santa Clara County Los Gatos 95033 Lexington HIlls

17985 Helen Way, Los Gatos, CA

This home is located at 17985 Helen Way, Los Gatos, CA 95033 since 29 September 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,092,025, approximately $732 per square foot. This property was built in 1928. 17985 Helen Way is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Lexington Elementary School, Loma Prieta Elementary School, and C. T. English Middle School.

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