NOT LISTED FOR SALE

245 Los Banos Ave Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Rancho San Miguel Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,735,000 - $1,846,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,447 Sq Ft
$737/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 02, 2021

Last sale price $1,525,000 $623 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,262/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Home Office
  • Walnut Acres Elementary School Rated A-
  • Granite Countertops
  • Beamed Ceilings

About This Home

As of April 2021

Joseph Eichler, post and beam highlighted with terra cotta tile floors, light & bright--11 skylights, new interior & exterior doors to match mid-century modern style. Unico central heat & A/C for efficiency and comfort. Foam roof recoated in 2020 with contractor's 7 year warranty. Mostly dual pane and some Anderson windows. Square footage provided by County records including converted garage that creates additional living space and storage. Large shed for additional storage. Highly rated Northgate schools, check for availability. Perfectly located to RSM Swim Club, John Muir Hospital, Ygnacio Plaza, The Orchards, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, restaurants, Heather Farm and downtown Walnut Creek is about a mile or so down the road. Walking/biking trails & dog parks are close by.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sam Benson

RV55Realty License #01060121 Listed on: 02/17/2021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,571

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 9,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Kennel or Dog Run
  • Wood Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Foam Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,447 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Concrete Kitchen Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • 220 Volts In Laundry
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • No Garage
  • Converted Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Built by Joseph Eichler
  • Rancho San Miguel Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 140-063-008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,571

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s)
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: YVR to San Carlos Drive, turn right--left on Los Banos.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2066
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: One
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Mid-Century
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cook Top, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Self/Cont Clean Oven
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Features: Dining Bar, Skylight(s)
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 6
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Price Per Square Foot: 623.21
  • Square Footage: 2447
  • Bathroom Features: Tub
  • Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Gas Log
  • Kitchen Features: Granite Counter, Island, Skylight(s), Slab Counter, Stone Counter
  • Room Type: Converted Garage, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office, Storage
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete, Slab
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Garden, Landscape Front, Street Lights
  • Roof: Foam, See Remarks
  • ExteriorFeatures: Dog Run
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Wood
  • OtherStructures: Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Patio
  • Pool: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: No Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Sidewalk

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
  • Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: Contra Costa

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 140-063-008
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9000

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1956

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): Contra Costa

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 17, 2021
Closed on
Mar 25, 2021
Sold by
Benson Samuel and Benson Christina Marie
Bought by
Hoffman-Lekmine Audrey and Horacek Eric Ryan
Seller's Agent
Sam Benson
RV55Realty
List Price
$1,525,000
Sold Price
$1,525,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,774,173

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$249,173
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.94%
Original Mortgage
$1,125,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,014,699
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$789,465

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 2017
Sold by
Benson Samuel and Benson Christina Marie
Bought by
Benson Samuel and Benson Christina Marie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$636,150
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2003
Sold by
Benson Samuel and Benson Christina Marie
Bought by
Benson Samuel and Benson Christina Marie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 2002
Sold by
Benson Christina and Benson Samuel
Bought by
Benson Samuel and Benson Christina Marie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 2002
Sold by
Peters Pamela Messer
Bought by
Hubbard Christina and Benson Samuel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$398,125
Interest Rate
7.17%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 1995
Sold by
Peters Mark David
Bought by
Peters Pamela Messer
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Hoffman-Lekmine Audrey $1,525,000 None Listed On Document
Benson Samuel -- North American Title Co Inc
Benson Samuel -- Fidelity National Title
Benson Samuel -- --
Hubbard Christina $455,000 First California Title Compa
Peters Pamela Messer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hoffman-Lekmine Audrey $1,125,000
Previous Owner Benson Samuel $636,150
Previous Owner Benson Christina Marie $183,000
Previous Owner Benson Samuel $537,000
Previous Owner Benson Christina Marie $100,000
Previous Owner Benson Samuel $417,000
Previous Owner Hubbard Christina $398,125
Previous Owner Peters Pamela Messer $190,000
Closed Hubbard Christina $91,000
Closed Benson Samuel $27,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/02/2021 04/02/21 Sold $1,525,000 0.0% $623 / Sq Ft
02/25/2021 02/25/21 Pending -- -- --
02/17/2021 02/17/21 For Sale $1,525,000 -- $623 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

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 $18,571 $1,650,706 $1,298,917 $351,789
2024 $18,281 $1,618,341 $1,273,449 $344,892
2023 $18,281 $1,586,610 $1,248,480 $338,130
2022 $18,121 $1,555,500 $1,224,000 $331,500
2021 $7,720 $620,965 $380,770 $240,195
2019 $7,547 $602,549 $369,477 $233,072
2018 $7,274 $590,735 $362,233 $228,502
2017 $6,963 $579,153 $355,131 $224,022
2016 $6,792 $567,798 $348,168 $219,630
2015 $6,737 $559,270 $342,939 $216,331
2014 $6,643 $548,316 $336,222 $212,094
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Sam Benson

    RV55Realty

    (707) 745-5400

    1 in this area

    3 Total Sales

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Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 22031951

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 140-063-008-1

California Contra Costa County Walnut Creek 94598 Rancho San Miguel

245 Los Banos Ave, Walnut Creek, CA

This home is located at 245 Los Banos Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 since 17 February 2021 and is currently estimated at $1,804,164, approximately $737 per square foot. This property was built in 1956. 245 Los Banos Ave is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including Walnut Acres Elementary School, Foothill Middle School, and Northgate High School.

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