Seller's Agent in 2017
Don Perry
Coldwell Banker Realty
(408) 656-1898
7 in this area
88 Total Sales
231 Tait Ave Los Gatos, CA 95030
West Los Gatos NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,997,000 - $3,664,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,918
Sq Ft
$1,671/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Victorian Architecture
- Open to Family Room
- Daves Avenue Elementary School Rated A
- Granite Countertops
- 4-minute walk to Bachman Park
About This Home
As of June 2017Historic Gothic Revival style home, in the most desirable location in all of Los Gatos, Almond Grove. Huge lot, 8,113 SqFt. Single Story, completely remodeled large 2 bed 1 bath main house, approx 1,442 SqFt, plus detached cottage, approx 480 sq ft. There is complete privacy between main house and the cottage. Main house has stunning open floor plan with tons of natural light and beautiful hardwood floors. Updated kitchen with Granite counters. Multiple sets of double French Doors opening to a beautiful large yard. Walk to everything Downtown Los Gatos has to offer. Rare opportunity to own a piece of Los Gatos History . . . this is the original Tait house built in 1887 for Magnus Tait, one of the original sub-dividers of the Almond Grove, and for whom Tait Avenue was named. The best Los Gatos Schools include Daves Elementary, Fisher Middle and Los Gatos High.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #00613226 Listed on: 04/18/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $32,034
Year Built
- 1899
Lot Details
- 8,102 Sq Ft Lot
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,918 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Family or Dining Combination
- Wood Flooring
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Gas Cooktop
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- 1 Carport Space
- On-Street Parking
- Uncovered Parking
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Separate Meters
- Individual Gas Meter
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 18, 2017
Closed on
May 26, 2017
Sold by
Gidaro Leesa A
Bought by
Muller Max and Muller Angela C
Seller's Agent
Don Perry
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Donald Knight
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,298,000
Sold Price
$2,366,325
Premium/Discount to List
$68,325
2.97%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$838,912
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.01%
Original Mortgage
$1,656,427
Outstanding Balance
$1,375,453
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$1,650,244
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 17, 2012
Sold by
Watkins Gwen
Bought by
Watkins Gwen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$324,900
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 22, 2005
Sold by
Watkins Gwen
Bought by
Gidaro Leesa A and Leesa Gidaro Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 2002
Sold by
Watkins Gwen and Watkins Gwynith
Bought by
Watkins Gwen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$181,000
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muller Max | $2,366,500 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Watkins Gwen | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Watkins Gwen | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Gidaro Leesa A | $2,250,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Watkins Gwen | -- | -- | |
| Watkins Gwen | -- | North American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Muller Max | $1,656,427 | |
| Previous Owner | Watkins Gwen | $323,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Watkins Gwen | $324,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Watkins Gwen | $334,475 | |
| Previous Owner | Watkins Gwen | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Watkins Gwen | $379,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Watkins Gwen | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Watkins Gwen | $290,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Watkins Owen | $273,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Watkins Gwen | $181,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Watkins Gwen | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/06/2017 06/06/17 | Sold | $2,366,325 | +3.0% | $1,234 / Sq Ft |
| 04/29/2017 04/29/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/18/2017 04/18/17 | For Sale | $2,298,000 | +2.1% | $1,198 / Sq Ft |
| 09/25/2015 09/25/15 | Sold | $2,250,000 | +13.9% | $1,560 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2015 09/15/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/07/2015 09/07/15 | For Sale | $1,975,000 | -- | $1,370 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $32,034 | $2,746,318 | $2,031,024 | $715,294 |
| 2024 | $32,034 | $2,692,469 | $1,991,200 | $701,269 |
| 2023 | $26,976 | $2,240,000 | $1,656,500 | $583,500 |
| 2022 | $31,294 | $2,587,919 | $1,913,880 | $674,039 |
| 2021 | $30,796 | $2,537,176 | $1,876,353 | $660,823 |
| 2020 | $30,254 | $2,511,162 | $1,857,114 | $654,048 |
| 2019 | $29,844 | $2,461,924 | $1,820,700 | $641,224 |
| 2018 | $29,434 | $2,413,651 | $1,785,000 | $628,651 |
| 2017 | $28,524 | $2,295,000 | $1,734,000 | $561,000 |
| 2016 | $27,785 | $2,250,000 | $1,700,000 | $550,000 |
| 2015 | $4,794 | $301,660 | $120,659 | $181,001 |
| 2014 | $4,693 | $295,752 | $118,296 | $177,456 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Don Perry
-
Donald Knight
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Donald Knight
Coldwell Banker Realty
(408) 313-2191
14 in this area
56 Total Sales
-
Scott Poncetta
Seller's Agent in 2015
Scott Poncetta
KW Bay Area Estates
(408) 757-1007
52 Total Sales
-
L
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Linda S. Rodriguez
Coldwell Banker Realty
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81647182
APN: 510-17-083
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