Ranon Lanners
Christie's Int'l RE Sereno
(669) 279-4009
39 Total Sales
1 in Los Altos
$1,840,000 Price
196 Merritt Rd Los Altos, CA 94022
Los Altos AreaEstimated Value: $6,996,000 - $7,984,000
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,526
Sq Ft
$2,157/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Contemporary Architecture
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Almond Elementary School Rated A
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Bonus Room
About This Home
As of September 2022Contemporary Craftsman in the heart of desirable North Los Altos! Just blocks from downtown Los Altos restaurants, shops, main library and community center, and k-12 Los Altos schools. High quality and custom built in 2008, the one-level floor plan is ideal for large families while providing needed separation of spaces. In addition to 4 spacious bedrooms, there are two separate dedicated office spaces which provide the ultimate work from home environment. The home features a main living great room with high ceilings and clerestory windows for lots of light, 2 family rooms, large kitchen/dining area and mud room with separate entrance and plenty of storage. Chefs Kitchen has Sub Zero, Wolf and Bosch Appliances. Rich-looking Australian hardwood floors and custom cabinetry throughout. Master bedroom is a tranquil retreat with its own entrance to the backyard. Rear grounds boast a tranquil fountain, fire pit, and built in bbq kitchen. This home is a must see for location and quality!
Last Buyer's Agent
Isabella Sun
Compass License #01997020
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 2006
Lot Details
- 0.31
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,526 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Mud Room
- Separate Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Dining Area
- Den
- Bonus Room
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Wine Refrigerator
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Trash Compactor
Flooring
- Wood
- Stone
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 4 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer
- Laundry Tub
Additional Features
- Built-In Barbecue
- 13,299 Sq Ft Lot
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 17, 2024
Sold by
Ma Hongda and Du Wenping
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 7, 2022
Closed on
Aug 31, 2022
Sold by
Black Vest Llc
Bought by
Ma Hongda and Du Wenping
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Buenrostro
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Isabella Sun
Compass
List Price
$6,688,000
Sold Price
$6,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$338,000
-5.05%
Views
1
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.62%
Original Mortgage
$5,000,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 17, 2019
Sold by
Lewis Benjamin and Wilner Julie
Bought by
Black Vest Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2014
Sold by
Lewis Benjamin and Wilner Julie
Bought by
Lewis Wilner Family Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 10, 2013
Closed on
Sep 19, 2013
Sold by
Erickson Bradley David and Erickson Kristan Glasgow
Bought by
Lewis Benjamin and Wilner Julie
Seller's Agent
Kathy Bridgman
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Charlene Chang
Compass
List Price
$3,395,000
Sold Price
$3,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$255,000
7.51%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.83%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 2004
Sold by
Murphy James T
Bought by
Erickson Bradley David and Erickson Kristan Glascow
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$996,450
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 16, 2003
Sold by
Murphy Elizabeth B and Murphy Mary T
Bought by
Murphy James T and The Trust Of Elizabeth B Murphy
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 20, 2000
Sold by
Murphy Elizabeth B
Bought by
Murphy Elizabeth B and The Trust Of Elizabeth B Murphy
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 1999
Sold by
Murphy Elizabeth B
Bought by
The Trust Of Elizabeth B Murphy
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| Ma Hongda | $6,350,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Black Vest Llc | -- | None Available | |
| Lewis Wilner Family Trust | -- | None Available | |
| Lewis Benjamin | $3,650,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Erickson Bradley David | $1,533,000 | Fidelity National Title Ins | |
| Murphy James T | -- | -- | |
| Murphy Elizabeth B | -- | -- | |
| The Trust Of Elizabeth B Murphy | -- | -- | |
| The Trust Of Mary T Murphy | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $5,000,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Erickson Bradley David | $275,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Erickson Bradley David | $729,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Erickson Bradley David | $996,450 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/06/2022 09/06/22 | Sold | $6,350,000 | -5.1% | $1,801 / Sq Ft |
| 08/10/2022 08/10/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/29/2022 07/29/22 | For Sale | $6,688,000 | 0.0% | $1,897 / Sq Ft |
| 07/14/2022 07/14/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/07/2022 07/07/22 | For Sale | $6,688,000 | 0.0% | $1,897 / Sq Ft |
| 06/05/2020 06/05/20 | Rented | $13,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/01/2020 06/01/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/19/2020 05/19/20 | For Rent | $13,000 | +8.3% | -- |
| 09/30/2019 09/30/19 | Rented | $12,000 | -4.0% | -- |
| 09/29/2019 09/29/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/07/2019 09/07/19 | Price Changed | $12,500 | 0.0% | $4 / Sq Ft |
| 09/07/2019 09/07/19 | For Rent | $12,500 | -10.7% | -- |
| 08/31/2019 08/31/19 | Off Market | $14,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/14/2019 07/14/19 | Price Changed | $14,000 | -6.7% | $4 / Sq Ft |
| 06/26/2019 06/26/19 | Price Changed | $15,000 | -11.8% | $4 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2019 05/15/19 | For Rent | $17,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $79,030 | $6,738,670 | $4,934,617 | $1,804,053 |
| 2025 | $75,587 | $6,606,540 | $4,837,860 | $1,768,680 |
| 2024 | $75,587 | $6,477,000 | $4,743,000 | $1,734,000 |
| 2023 | $74,516 | $6,350,000 | $4,650,000 | $1,700,000 |
| 2022 | $50,508 | $4,216,322 | $2,310,313 | $1,906,009 |
| 2021 | $50,766 | $4,133,650 | $2,265,013 | $1,868,637 |
| 2020 | $51,052 | $4,091,266 | $2,241,789 | $1,849,477 |
| 2019 | $48,539 | $4,011,046 | $2,197,833 | $1,813,213 |
| 2018 | $47,962 | $3,932,399 | $2,154,739 | $1,777,660 |
| 2017 | $46,112 | $3,855,294 | $2,112,490 | $1,742,804 |
| 2016 | $45,023 | $3,779,701 | $2,071,069 | $1,708,632 |
| 2015 | $44,594 | $3,722,927 | $2,039,960 | $1,682,967 |
| 2014 | $43,989 | $3,650,000 | $2,000,000 | $1,650,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jennifer Buenrostro
Seller's Agent in 2022
Jennifer Buenrostro
Compass
(650) 224-9539
54 Total Sales
-
Harry Chang
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Harry Chang
Compass
(415) 699-9092
17 Total Sales
-
IS
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Isabella Sun
Compass
-
CC
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Charlene Chang
Compass
-
Kathy Bridgman
Seller's Agent in 2013
Kathy Bridgman
Compass
(650) 209-1589
175 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81893076
APN: 170-24-029
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