NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,149,000 - $2,391,225

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,434 Sq Ft
$928/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 12, 2023

Last sale price $2,350,000 $965 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,677/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Donald L. Rheem Elementary School Rated A
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of June 2023

Welcome to 197 Fernwood Drive! Owned by one family for almost 50 years, this quintessential Moraga rancher has been meticulously maintained with quality, pride of ownership, and has exceptional functionality. The genuine warmth of this neighborhood evokes a sense of small-town living at its best! In addition to Moraga’s top-rated schools this location is sought after for its wide streets, and easy access to the Moraga Commons Park, the Moraga-Lafayette Trail, Moraga Country Club, Moraga Shopping Center, and the Sunday Farmer's Market. The charming home is positioned on a pancake flat .43+/- lot and features a large floor plan including formal and casual living spaces, 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, an indoor laundry room. The backyard is an entertainer's dream w/plush landscaping, a large swimming pool, patio, sport court, and an expansive level lawn for play. This park-like yard will be your oasis and is perfect for hosting large gatherings while the position of the home adds privacy. The yard is a true extension of the home. There are so many areas in which to entertain...this is a home where friends and family will gather to enjoy both the home and the setting in which it sits. This home exudes California Living at its finest!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt McLeod

Dudum Real Estate Group License #01310057 Listed on: 05/22/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Kaaren Brickman

Dudum Real Estate Group License #01932119

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,477

Year Built

  • Built in 1967

Lot Details

  • 0.43 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Solar Heated In Ground Pool
  • Outdoor Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Rheem Valley Manor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2561410156

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,477

Year Built

Built in 1967

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.43
  • Subdivision Name: RHEEM VALLEY MANOR
  • Directions: St. Mary's Rd.-Stafford-Fernwood
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Owner
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Formal Dining Room, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Solar Heat, Solar Pool Owned, Outdoor Pool
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Yard Space
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Side Yard Access

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Acalanes (925) 280-3900

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 18666
  • Parcel Number: 2561410156
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2023
Closed on
May 30, 2023
Sold by
Kathryn A Zuber Survivors Trust
Bought by
Kazzaz Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Matt McLeod
Dudum Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Kaaren Brickman
Dudum Real Estate Group
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$2,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$355,000
17.79%
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
$2,258,306

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$91,694
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.78%
Original Mortgage
$1,880,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,825,789
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$432,517

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2020
Sold by
Zuber Kathryn A and The Zuber Family Trust
Bought by
Zuber Kathryn A and Zuber Lynda M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 2008
Sold by
Zuber H Edward and Zuber Kathryn Adele
Bought by
Zuber H Edward and Zuber Kathryn A
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
Kazzaz Living Trust $2,350,000 Old Republic Title
Zuber Kathryn A -- None Available
Zuber H Edward -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kazzaz Living Trust $1,880,000
Previous Owner Zuber H E $250,000
Previous Owner Zuber H Edward $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,350,000 -- --
06/12/2023 06/12/23 Sold $2,350,000 +17.8% $965 / Sq Ft
05/24/2023 05/24/23 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2023 05/22/23 For Sale $1,995,000 -- $820 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa 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
2025 $28,477 $2,444,940 $1,903,932 $541,008
2024 $3,423 $2,397,000 $1,866,600 $530,400
2023 $3,423 $161,352 $51,809 $109,543
2022 $3,381 $158,190 $50,794 $107,396
2021 $3,321 $155,090 $49,799 $105,291
2019 $2,932 $150,492 $48,323 $102,169
2018 $2,839 $147,542 $47,376 $100,166
2017 $2,778 $144,650 $46,448 $98,202
2016 $2,674 $141,815 $45,538 $96,277
2015 $2,632 $139,685 $44,854 $94,831
2014 $2,583 $136,950 $43,976 $92,974
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41027987

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 256-141-015-6