NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1959 Helsinki Way Livermore, CA 94550

Sunset East Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,176,000 - $1,519,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,619 Sq Ft
$856/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 17, 2023

Last sale price $1,430,000 $883 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,678/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stone Countertops
  • Granada High School Rated A
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2023

This stunning updated home is located in the highly sought after neighborhood of Sunset East. Situated on an approx. 8,000 sq ft lot this East facing home boasts exceptional curb appeal with its lush landscaping and charming exterior. Step inside and be greeted by the inviting living room featuring vaulted ceilings, linear fireplace with floor to ceiling tile surround, and large bay window. Natural light floods the family room and kitchen with its open plan and updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. Outside the backyard is a private paradise perfect for entertaining or relaxation complete with a grape arbor patio cover, swimming pool and built-in kitchen with island seating. The living areas feature beautiful French oak engineered wood flooring and the interior was recently painted. The solar is owned and there's solar heating for the pool also. Just a short distance to Sunset Elementary School, Downtown Livermore, shopping, and South Livermore wineries.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jean Louie Willett

Re/Max Accord License #00632906 Listed on: 04/17/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Kelley Krock

Redfin License #01896209

Redfin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,004

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 7,916 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Sound System
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Pool

  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Fiberglass Pool
  • Pool Sweep

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Solar owned by seller
  • Shed

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bay East Association
  • Built by Sunset Homes
  • Sunset East Subdivision, Expanded Gardenia Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 9714849

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,004

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Subdivision Name: SUNSET EAST
  • Directions: Arroyo / Sydney / Left on Helsinki
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Engineered Wood
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen/Family Combo, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Updated Kitchen, Sound System
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Front Yard
  • Pool Features: Fiberglass, In Ground, Pool Sweep, Solar Heat, Solar Pool Owned
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Builder Name: Sunset Homes
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Siding - Other
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: BAY EAST
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7916
  • Parcel Number: 9714849
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2023
Closed on
May 15, 2023
Sold by
Claire M Meager Living Trust
Bought by
Gile David M and Gile Jill S
Seller's Agent
Jean Louie Willett
Re/Max Accord
Buyer's Agent
Kelley Krock
Redfin
List Price
$1,249,000
Sold Price
$1,430,000
Premium/Discount to List
$181,000
14.49%
Total Days on Market
9
Views
70
Current Estimated Value
$1,386,537

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$43,463
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.53%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Outstanding Balance
$390,803
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$995,008

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2015
Sold by
Fields Shelly D
Bought by
Meager Claire M and Claire M Meager Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2012
Sold by
Fields Shelly D and Tejeda Shelly D Fields
Bought by
Fields Shelly D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$392,000
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2011
Sold by
Tejeda Cesaralberto V
Bought by
Tejeda Shelly D Fields

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$395,500
Interest Rate
4.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 2001
Sold by
Liu Duane Y
Bought by
Tejada Cesaralberto V and Tejeda Shelly D Fields

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$324,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
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
Gile David M $1,430,000 Wfg National Title Insurance C
Meager Claire M $814,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Fields Shelly D -- Chicago Title Company
Tejeda Shelly D Fields -- Chicago Title Company
Tejada Cesaralberto V $405,000 First California Title Compa
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gile David M $400,000
Previous Owner Claire M Meager Living Trust $500,000
Previous Owner Meager Claire M $180,000
Previous Owner Meager Claire $100,000
Previous Owner Meager Claire M $130,000
Previous Owner Meeger Claire M $52,970
Previous Owner Meager Claire M $100,000
Previous Owner Fields Shelly D $60,000
Previous Owner Fields Shelly D $383,000
Previous Owner Fields Shelly D $392,000
Previous Owner Tejeda Shelly D Fields $395,500
Previous Owner Tejeda Shelly D Fields $401,000
Previous Owner Fields Shelly D $10,100
Previous Owner Tejeda Shelly D Fields $100,000
Previous Owner Tejeda Cesaralberto $320,000
Previous Owner Tejeda Cesaralberto $321,000
Previous Owner Tejeda Cesaralberto $45,000
Previous Owner Tejada Cesaralberto V $324,000
Previous Owner Liu Duane Y $311,250
Previous Owner Ohlhauser Merle $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,430,000 -- --
05/17/2023 05/17/23 Sold $1,430,000 +14.5% $883 / Sq Ft
04/27/2023 04/27/23 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2023 04/17/23 For Sale $1,249,000 -- $771 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

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
2024 $11,004 $868,476 $262,661 $612,815
2023 $11,624 $926,177 $277,853 $648,324
2022 $11,467 $901,016 $272,405 $635,611
2021 $10,499 $883,214 $267,064 $623,150
2020 $10,924 $881,088 $264,326 $616,762
2019 $10,979 $863,816 $259,145 $604,671
2018 $10,756 $846,884 $254,065 $592,819
2017 $10,489 $830,280 $249,084 $581,196
2016 $10,117 $814,000 $244,200 $569,800
2015 $6,151 $497,805 $149,341 $348,464
2014 $6,042 $488,057 $146,417 $341,640
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jean Louie Willett

    Re/Max Accord

    (510) 715-7681

    1 in this area

    9 Total Sales

    Jean Louie Willett
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  • Kelley Krock

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Kelley Krock

    Redfin

    (925) 580-7816

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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41023804

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 097-0148-049-00

California Alameda County Livermore 94550 Sunset East

1959 Helsinki Way, Livermore, CA

This home is located at 1959 Helsinki Way, Livermore, CA 94550 since 17 April 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,386,537, approximately $856 per square foot. This property was built in 1972. 1959 Helsinki Way is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Granada High School and St Michael's School.

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