NOT LISTED FOR SALE

18544 Beck Ave Monte Sereno, CA 95030

Estimated Value: $3,142,000 - $5,375,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,771 Sq Ft
$1,171/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 13, 2023

Last sale price $4,728,750 $1,254 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $24,468/month

62 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Deck
  • Daves Avenue Elementary School Rated A
  • 1.09 Acre Lot
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of January 2023

This beautifully remodeled 3,771 sf home (includes the 371 sf guest house) offers a serene setting & Bay views. Nestled among majestic oak & pine trees w/both natural & manicured landscape, the home is privately situated on 1.09 ac in one of Monte Sereno's most desirable neighborhoods. With custom craftsmanship, quality materials & hardwood floors throughout, this elegant home is warm & inviting. High ceilings, an open floor plan w/skylights & large picture windows allow for an abundance of natural light. Generous rooms & outdoor spaces are perfect for relaxing & entertaining. The lovely grounds afford privacy & tranquility offering an expansive lawn, raised IPE custom wood deck, large patio with gas fire pit, lighted gardens, raised vegetable/herb garden & a hidden trail to the creek below. Relax and enjoy the views, dine al fresco from multiple dining areas, entertain or simply relish the quiet. 3,400 sf main house includes 5 bd & 3 full baths. Studio/Guest house includes full bath.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nevis and Ardizzone Team

Compass License #70010073 Listed on: 10/13/2022

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

RECIP

Out of Area Office License #00000000

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,785

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 1.09 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R44

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Mountain
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,771 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Bay Window
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Den
  • Loft
  • Bonus Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Monitored
  • Laundry in unit

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Stone Countertops In Bathroom
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Oversized Bathtub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Barbecue Area

Additional Homes

  • 371 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 510-21-072

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,785

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 122
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Second Res Apx Sq Ft: 371
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3771
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Zoning Description: R44
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Dining Area in Family Room, Eat in Kitchen, No Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Island, Oven - Double, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Living Sq Ft: 3771
  • Stories: 2
  • Security: Security Alarm, Video / Audio System
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Great Room, Loft, Office Area
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Granite, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower - 2+, Stone, Tile
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Crawl Space
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, Hills, Mountains
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Off-Street Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan, Central AC
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air, Fireplace, Heating - 2+ Zones
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Bay Window, High Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 510-21-072
  • Lot Acres: 1.0900
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 47480.40
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 47480.40

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2022
Closed on
Dec 27, 2022
Sold by
2022 Ellickson Family Trust
Bought by
Schiefelbein Lester W and Schiefelbein Linda A
Seller's Agent
Nevis and Ardizzone Team
Compass
Buyer's Agent
RECIP
Out of Area Office
List Price
$5,800,000
Sold Price
$4,728,750
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,071,250
-18.47%
Views
53
Current Estimated Value
$4,415,692

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$313,058
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2019
Sold by
Forster Bret and Forster Jessica
Bought by
Knies Forster Bret David and Knies Forster Jessica

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 2018
Sold by
Keast Brodie Charles and Keast Lynne Kathleen
Bought by
Foster Bret and Foster Jessica

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2002
Sold by
Keast Brodie Charles and Keast Lynne Kathleen
Bought by
Keast Brodie Charles and Keast Lynne Kathleen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,260,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2002
Sold by
Keast Brodie Charles and Keast Lynne Kathleen
Bought by
Keast Brodie Charles and Keast Lynne Kathleen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,260,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2001
Sold by
Keast Brodie Charles and Keast Lynne Kathleen
Bought by
Keast Brodie Charles and Keast Lynn Kathleen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
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
Schiefelbein Lester W $4,729,000 Old Republic Title
Knies Forster Bret David -- None Available
Foster Bret $4,000,000 Old Republic Title Co
Keast Brodie Charles -- Alliance Title Company
Keast Brodie Charles -- Alliance Title Company
Keast Brodie Charles -- Alliance Title Company
Keast Brodie Charles -- Alliance Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Foster Bret $1,000,000
Previous Owner Keast Brodie Charles $625,500
Previous Owner Keast Brodie Charles $1,260,000
Previous Owner Keast Brodie Charles $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/13/2023 01/13/23 Sold $4,728,750 -2.5% $1,254 / Sq Ft
12/15/2022 12/15/22 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2022 12/01/22 Price Changed $4,850,000 -7.6% $1,286 / Sq Ft
10/31/2022 10/31/22 Price Changed $5,250,000 -9.5% $1,392 / Sq Ft
10/13/2022 10/13/22 For Sale $5,800,000 0.0% $1,538 / Sq Ft
06/08/2022 06/08/22 Sold $5,800,000 +10.5% $1,538 / Sq Ft
05/26/2022 05/26/22 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2022 05/20/22 For Sale $5,250,000 +31.3% $1,392 / Sq Ft
08/27/2018 08/27/18 Sold $4,000,000 0.0% $1,061 / Sq Ft
08/27/2018 08/27/18 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2018 08/27/18 For Sale $4,000,000 -- $1,061 / 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 $13,785 $1,191,270 $676,399 $514,871
2024 $13,785 $1,167,913 $663,137 $504,776
2023 $34,053 $2,958,000 $2,295,000 $663,000
2022 $25,230 $2,144,402 $1,501,081 $643,321
2021 $24,853 $2,102,356 $1,471,649 $630,707
2020 $24,446 $2,080,800 $1,456,560 $624,240
2019 $24,141 $2,040,000 $1,428,000 $612,000
2018 $1,979 $126,153 $126,153 $0
2017 $1,978 $123,680 $123,680 $0
2016 $1,931 $121,255 $121,255 $0
2015 $1,925 $119,434 $119,434 $0
2014 $1,922 $117,095 $117,095 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81910404

MLSListings

APN: 510-21-072