NOT LISTED FOR SALE

261 Barbara Dr Los Gatos, CA 95032

De Voss-Leigh Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,970,000 - $2,192,064

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,375 Sq Ft
$1,496/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 11, 2023

Last sale price $1,940,000 $1,411 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,437/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Alta Vista Elementary School Rated A
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • 5-minute walk to Howes Play Lot

About This Home

As of August 2023

Situated on a quiet neighborhood road in the desirable city of Los Gatos, bright, sophisticated living spaces open to a lovely backyard. Admire a lush front lawn & manicured landscaping as you make your way through the airy entryway. Glass doors allow natural light to envelop the living room, while planked flooring extends before you. The well-equipped kitchen connects with an inviting family room to create an entertainer's dream; seamlessly cook & host with ease as you slide open the glass doors to enjoy a meal with family & friends on the back patio. Tucked away on the other side of the home, 2BRs accompany a hall bath & a blissful primary suite that includes access to the patio & wide-reaching backyard. Venture beyond your Los Gatos residence & appreciate all that this excellent community offers. Take advantage of highly-rated schools while Lake Vasona, nearby trails, & all that downtown Los Gatos presents are within reach. Hop on HWY 85 for seamless travel and commuting

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Von Kaenel

KW Bay Area Estates License #01189869 Listed on: 06/27/2023

KW Bay Area Estates

Co-Listed By

David Giambruno

KW Bay Area Estates License #01365616

Last Buyer's Agent

nini tsai

Real Estate 38 License #02027488

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,952

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 5,510 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,375 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family or Dining Combination

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Dryer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 527-45-002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,952

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 60
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1375
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Family Room, Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1375
  • Stories: 1
  • Laundry: In Garage, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Fencing: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Schools

  • School District: Campbell Union High
  • Elementary School: Alta Vista Elementary
  • Middle School: Union Middle
  • High School: Leigh High
  • High School: 240
  • Elementary School: 214
  • Middle School: 229

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 527-45-002
  • Lot Acres: 0.1265
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5510.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5510.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Campbell Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Alta Vista Elementary
  • High School Text: Leigh High
  • Middle School Text: Union Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2023
Closed on
Jul 13, 2023
Sold by
Ritchie Family Trust
Bought by
Huang Jeanne and Liu Yu Chuan
Seller's Agent
Mark Von Kaenel
KW Bay Area Estates
Buyer's Agent
nini tsai
Real Estate 38
List Price
$1,799,000
Sold Price
$1,940,000
Premium/Discount to List
$141,000
7.84%
Views
88
Current Estimated Value
$2,056,516

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$116,516
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.58%
Original Mortgage
$470,000
Outstanding Balance
$460,939
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,659,087

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2016
Sold by
Ritchie Geraldine E
Bought by
Ritchie Geraldine E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2015
Sold by
Ritchie Geraldine E
Bought by
Ritchie Geraldine E

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
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2011
Sold by
Ritchie Geraldine E
Bought by
Ritchie Geraldine E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2011
Sold by
Ritchie Geraldine E
Bought by
Ritchie Geraldine E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2004
Sold by
Ritchie Kenneth E and Ritchie Desmond F
Bought by
Ritchie Kenneth E

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 1996
Sold by
Ritchie Herbert G and Ritchie Mary E
Bought by
Ritchie Herbert G and Ritchie Mary E
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
Huang Jeanne $1,940,000 Chicago Title
Ritchie Geraldine E -- Old Republic Title Company
Ritchie Geraldine E -- Accommodation
Ritchie Geraldine E -- Title 365
Ritchie Geraldine E -- None Available
Ritchie Geraldine E -- None Available
Ritchie Kenneth E -- --
Ritchie Herbert G -- --
Ritchie Herbert G -- --
Ritchie Herbert G -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Huang Jeanne $470,000
Previous Owner Ritchie Geraldine E $720,000
Previous Owner Ritchie Geraldine E $417,000
Previous Owner Ritchie Geraldine E $480,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/11/2023 08/11/23 Sold $1,940,000 +7.8% $1,411 / Sq Ft
07/07/2023 07/07/23 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2023 06/27/23 For Sale $1,799,000 -- $1,308 / 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
2024 $24,952 $1,940,000 $1,700,000 $240,000
2023 $23,017 $1,775,000 $1,597,500 $177,500
2022 $1,971 $77,657 $23,045 $54,612
2021 $1,916 $76,136 $22,594 $53,542
2020 $1,864 $75,356 $22,363 $52,993
2019 $1,816 $73,879 $21,925 $51,954
2018 $1,765 $72,432 $21,496 $50,936
2017 $1,720 $71,013 $21,075 $49,938
2016 $1,619 $69,621 $20,662 $48,959
2015 $1,561 $68,576 $20,352 $48,224
2014 $1,505 $67,234 $19,954 $47,280
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mark Von Kaenel

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Mark Von Kaenel

    KW Bay Area Estates

    (408) 560-9000

    4 in this area

    122 Total Sales

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  • David Giambruno

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    David Giambruno

    KW Bay Area Estates

    (408) 202-4210

    4 in this area

    157 Total Sales

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  • nini tsai

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    nini tsai

    Real Estate 38

    (408) 242-1540

    1 in this area

    3 Total Sales

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81933236

MLSListings

APN: 527-45-002

California Santa Clara County Los Gatos 95032 De Voss-Leigh

261 Barbara Dr, Los Gatos, CA

This home is located at 261 Barbara Dr, Los Gatos, CA 95032 since 27 June 2023 and is currently estimated at $2,056,516, approximately $1,495 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 261 Barbara Dr is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Alta Vista Elementary School, Union Middle School, and Leigh High School.

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