$770,000
SOLD APR 14, 2025

2190 James St Martinez, CA 94553

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,686 Sq Ft
10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$457 Per Sq Ft

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Alhambra Senior High School Rated A-
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome home to this Charming & Updated Single-Story Home nestled on a spacious lot that backs up to open space. This beauty offers a bright & airy layout with modern touches throughout. Boasting 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, the home has newer carpet & luxury vinyl plank flooring, creating a fresh & stylish feel. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, a large island with a gas cooktop, a built-in oven & a skylight that fills the space with natural light. A stackable indoor laundry area with barn door entry, Step outside to a spacious and private backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy the benefits of a newer roof (installed October 2022), dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, central HVAC, and newly updated HVAC ducting (2024). Tankless water heater. Ideally located just minutes from Vibrant Downtown Martinez, you'll have easy access to the farmers market, coffee shops, restaurants, breweries, shopping, and hiking trails. Just minutes to John Muir Elementary & Mountain View Park, with convenient commuting options to BART & major freeways. Don’t miss out on this beauty! OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY MARCH 1st 11-1PM/BROKERS TOUR TUESDAY MARCH 4th 10:00-12:30PM

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lupe Kemper

Windermere Diablo Realty License #01188397 Listed on: 02/26/2025

Windermere Diablo Realty

Co-Listed By

Jake Kemper

Windermere Diablo Realty License #02084511

Last Buyer's Agent

Brittany Marino

Windermere Diablo Realty License #02044492

Windermere Diablo Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,971

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Fenced
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Raised Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Not Listed Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3760310619

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,971

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Co List Office Mls Id: CCDR
  • Subdivision Name: Not Listed
  • Directions: Saxon > Glen > James
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Siding - Other
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Low Maintenance, Yard Space
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Parking Lot
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, In Unit, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10019
  • Parcel Number: 3760310619
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2025
Closed on
Mar 24, 2025
Sold by
Nelson Drew and Nelson Lindsey
Bought by
Favalora Nichole Donyel and Favalora Jacob
Seller's Agent
Lupe Kemper
Windermere Diablo Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brittany Marino
Windermere Diablo Realty
List Price
$769,000
Sold Price
$770,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.13%
Views
42

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.25%
Original Mortgage
$752,136
Outstanding Balance
$751,490
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$18,861

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 8, 2023
Closed on
Mar 7, 2023
Sold by
Salazar Megan A and Salazar Ramon
Bought by
Nelson Drew and Nelson Lindsey
Seller's Agent
Megan Salazar
Keller Williams
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Redfern
Twin Oaks Real Estate
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
3.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.63%
Original Mortgage
$641,250
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2016
Sold by
Mousedeer Properties Llc
Bought by
Salazar Megan A and Salazar Ramon

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$449,100
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2013
Sold by
Yap Peyling
Bought by
Mousedeer Properties Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2013
Sold by
Evans James
Bought by
Yap Peyling

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2013
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company
Bought by
Yap Peyling

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2013
Sold by
Hardesty Steven and Hardesty Evelyn
Bought by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Compay

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 1997
Sold by
Piscitelli Joseph A and Piscitelli Linda
Bought by
Hardesty Steven and Hardesty Evelyn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$27,500
Interest Rate
8.15%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $770,000 Chicago Title
Grant Deed $675,000 Chicago Title
Grant Deed $499,000 Chicago Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $104,500 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $190,000 Lsi
Trustee Deed $374,191 None Available
Grant Deed $110,000 American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $752,136 New Conventional
Previous Owner $641,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $492,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $449,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $329,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $115,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $15,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $184,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $40,119 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $116,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $27,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $82,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/14/2025 04/14/25 Sold $770,000 +0.1% $457 / Sq Ft
03/05/2025 03/05/25 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2025 02/26/25 For Sale $769,000 +13.9% $456 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $675,000 -- --
03/28/2023 03/28/23 Sold $675,000 +3.8% $400 / Sq Ft
02/13/2023 02/13/23 Pending -- -- --
02/08/2023 02/08/23 For Sale $650,000 -- $386 / 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
2024 $8,971 $688,500 $459,000 $229,500
2023 $7,532 $567,771 $312,901 $254,870
2022 $7,345 $556,639 $306,766 $249,873
2021 $7,198 $545,725 $300,751 $244,974
2019 $6,930 $529,541 $291,832 $237,709
2018 $6,734 $519,159 $286,110 $233,049
2017 $6,646 $508,980 $280,500 $228,480
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41085559

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 376-031-061-9