NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 W 40th Ave San Mateo, CA 94403

Westwood Knolls Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,095,000 - $2,162,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,680 Sq Ft
$1,264/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2021

Last sale price $1,720,000 $1,024 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,437/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Hillsdale High School Rated A+
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of April 2021

Beautifully Updated with Tasteful Renovations and an Open, Functional Floor Plan, This Home Naturally Integrates the Indoor/Outdoor Lifestyle of Bay Area Living, while providing Wonderful Light-filled Areas Throughout. The Extra Generous Front Deck is Perfect for Relaxing While Enjoying the Fabulous Bay Views or for Entertaining Gatherings of Any Size! Features include Hardwood Flooring, a Sun-Filled Living Room, Beamed Ceilings, Formal Dining Area, with Glass Door to View Terrace, an Updated Kitchen with Beautiful Stone Blends, and Stainless Steel Appliances. Extra Spacious Family Room Offers Endless Views from the Comfort of Your Own Home, 3 Bedrooms, including a Primary Bedroom Suite & 3 Updated Bathrooms, Make this Home the Perfect Balance of Space & Efficiency. Centrally located in a Fabulous San Mateo Neighborhood & only moments from nearby Parks, Shopping, Schools, Restaurants, Convenient Commute Routes, and Everything else this  Vibrant Community has to offer. Welcome Home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ronda O'Leary

Compass License #01339402 Listed on: 04/02/2021

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Andy Gan

Intero Real Estate Services License #01868784

Intero Real Estate Services

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,656

Year Built

  • 1954

Lot Details

  • 6,360 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Bridge
  • City Lights
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Foam Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,680 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,656

Year Built

1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Zoning: R10006
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Age: 67
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1680
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1954

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 1680
  • Stories: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Full On Ground Floor, Shower And Tub, Tubs - 2+, Updated Bath

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Foam
  • View: Bay, Bridge, City Lights, Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck, Low Maintenance, Sprinklers - Auto
  • Fencing: Partial Fencing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener
  • Carport Min: 2

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Schools

  • School District: San Mateo Union High
  • High School: Hillsdale High
  • High School: 641

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Sloped Up, Views
  • Lot Acres: 0.1460
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6360.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6360.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 2, 2021
Closed on
Apr 26, 2021
Sold by
Brown Donald H and Dotson Brown Kathy
Bought by
Chai Jianzhong and Shang Yahui
Seller's Agent
Ronda O'Leary
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Andy Gan
Intero Real Estate Services
List Price
$1,698,000
Sold Price
$1,720,000
Premium/Discount to List
$22,000
1.3%
Current Estimated Value
$2,123,738

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$403,738
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.99%
Original Mortgage
$1,290,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,169,749
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$953,989

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 2000
Sold by
Brown Donald Herbert and Brown Kathy
Bought by
Brown Donald Herbert and Brown Kathy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,481
Interest Rate
8.37%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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
Chai Jianzhong $1,720,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Brown Donald Herbert -- Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chai Jianzhong $1,290,000
Previous Owner Brown Donald H $478,200
Previous Owner Brown Donald H $250,000
Previous Owner Brown Donald H $250,000
Previous Owner Brown Donald H $400,000
Previous Owner Brown Donald H $400,000
Previous Owner Brown Donald Herbert $375,000
Previous Owner Brown Donald Herbert $50,481
Previous Owner Brown Donald Herbert $100,000
Previous Owner Brown Donald Herbert $223,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2021 04/30/21 Sold $1,720,000 +1.3% $1,024 / Sq Ft
04/07/2021 04/07/21 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2021 04/02/21 For Sale $1,698,000 -- $1,011 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $22,656 $1,861,782 $1,131,141 $730,641
2023 $22,656 $1,789,488 $1,087,218 $702,270
2022 $21,938 $1,754,400 $1,065,900 $688,500
2021 $7,711 $514,592 $257,296 $257,296
2020 $7,323 $509,316 $254,658 $254,658
2019 $6,851 $499,330 $249,665 $249,665
2018 $6,415 $489,540 $244,770 $244,770
2017 $6,030 $479,942 $239,971 $239,971
2016 $5,993 $470,532 $235,266 $235,266
2015 $5,967 $463,466 $231,733 $231,733
2014 $6,001 $454,388 $227,194 $227,194
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ronda O'Leary

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Ronda O'Leary

    Compass

    (650) 520-8390

    1 in this area

    35 Total Sales

    Ronda O'Leary
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  • Andy Gan

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Andy Gan

    Intero Real Estate Services

    (650) 922-3168

    1 in this area

    130 Total Sales

    Andy Gan
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81837262

MLSListings

APN: 042-222-080

California San Mateo County San Mateo 94403 Westwood Knolls

255 W 40th Ave, San Mateo, CA

This home is located at 255 W 40th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403 since 02 April 2021 and is currently estimated at $2,123,738, approximately $1,264 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 255 W 40th Ave is a home located in San Mateo County with nearby schools including Laurel Elementary School, Abbott Middle School, and Hillsdale High School.

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