NOT LISTED FOR SALE

278 Checkers Dr San Jose, CA 95116

Checkers Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $915,000 - $1,056,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,207 Sq Ft
$831/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 29, 2017

Last sale price $735,000 $609 Per Sq Ft

Est. 37% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,483/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Granite Countertops
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Independence High School Rated A-
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

About This Home

As of December 2017

Charming home for a great price! Freshly painted with new flooring throughout. This home has a spacious living room, gourmet kitchen with granite counter tops, large master bedroom suite. Kitchen and bath have been upgraded. Great location! Walking distance to shopping, restaurants and close to freeway access and public transportation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Pefley

Realty World Dominion License #00840464 Listed on: 12/01/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Pefley

Realty World Dominion License #00840464 Listed on: 12/01/2017

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,176

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 4,386 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R2-PD

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,207 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Walk-in Shower

Utilities

  • Wall Furnace

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 481-59-060

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,176

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 37
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1207
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Zoning Description: R2-PD
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range
  • Living Sq Ft: 1207
  • Stories: 1
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Granite, Stall Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating System: Wall Furnace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Schools

  • School District: East Side Union High

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 481-59-060
  • Lot Acres: 0.1007
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 4388.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 4388.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: East Side Union High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2019
Sold by
Tran Jophn An
Bought by
Tran John An and Tran Linh Lynn
Current Estimated Value
$1,003,563

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$465,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2017
Closed on
Jan 2, 2018
Sold by
Men Sann
Bought by
Tran John An
Seller's Agent
Carol Pefley
Realty World Dominion
Buyer's Agent
Carol Pefley
Realty World Dominion
List Price
$648,000
Sold Price
$735,000
Premium/Discount to List
$87,000
13.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.15%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2017
Closed on
Oct 30, 2017
Sold by
Srean Samed
Bought by
Men Sann
Seller's Agent
Carol Pefley
Realty World Dominion
Buyer's Agent
Carol Pefley
Realty World Dominion
List Price
$648,000
Sold Price
$735,000
Premium/Discount to List
$87,000
13.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2006
Sold by
Vu Long C
Bought by
Srean Samed and Men Sann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,400
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 1999
Sold by
Lan Trang and Trang Hanh
Bought by
Vu Long C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$205,000
Interest Rate
7.77%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 1999
Sold by
Lan Trang
Bought by
Trang Lan and Trang Hanh

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 1998
Sold by
John Le and Lan Trang
Bought by
Trang Lan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 1995
Sold by
Lomat Alberto Z and Lomat Heidi V
Bought by
Le John and Trang Lan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,000
Interest Rate
7.59%
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
Tran John An $232,500 Fidelity National Title Co
Tran John An $735,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Men Sann $305,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Srean Samed $602,000 Chicago Title Company
Vu Long C $260,000 Alliance Title Company
Trang Lan $100,000 --
Trang Lan -- --
Le John $170,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tran John An $460,000
Closed Tran John An $465,000
Previous Owner Srean Samed $120,400
Previous Owner Srean Samed $481,600
Previous Owner Vu Long C $192,000
Previous Owner Vu Long C $193,000
Previous Owner Vu Long C $100,000
Previous Owner Vu Long C $195,000
Previous Owner Vu Long C $197,000
Previous Owner Vu Long C $199,000
Previous Owner Vu Long C $201,000
Previous Owner Vu Long C $203,000
Previous Owner Vu Long C $205,000
Previous Owner Vu Long C $205,000
Previous Owner Vu Long C $208,000
Previous Owner Le John $69,500
Previous Owner Le John $153,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/29/2017 12/29/17 Sold $735,000 +13.4% $609 / Sq Ft
12/08/2017 12/08/17 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2017 12/01/17 For Sale $648,000 -- $537 / 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 $12,176 $836,300 $494,953 $341,347
2024 $12,176 $819,903 $485,249 $334,654
2023 $11,951 $803,828 $475,735 $328,093
2022 $11,721 $788,067 $466,407 $321,660
2021 $11,332 $772,615 $457,262 $315,353
2020 $11,135 $764,694 $452,574 $312,120
2019 $10,838 $749,700 $443,700 $306,000
2018 $10,460 $708,843 $460,751 $248,092
2017 $9,389 $610,000 $396,500 $213,500
2016 $8,908 $602,000 $391,300 $210,700
2015 $9,172 $536,000 $348,400 $187,600
2014 $7,967 $498,000 $323,700 $174,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Carol Pefley

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Carol Pefley

    Realty World Dominion

    (650) 714-3680

    57 Total Sales

    Carol Pefley
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81686100

MLSListings

APN: 481-59-060

California Santa Clara County San Jose 95116 Checkers

278 Checkers Dr, San Jose, CA

This home is located at 278 Checkers Dr, San Jose, CA 95116 since 01 December 2017 and is currently estimated at $1,003,563, approximately $831 per square foot. This property was built in 1980. 278 Checkers Dr is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including San Antonio Elementary School, Independence High School, and Rocketship Discovery Prep.

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