28 Crest Rd Lafayette, CA 94549
Estimated Value: $4,644,953
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,456
Sq Ft
$851/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Guest House
- In Ground Pool
- 1.94 Acre Lot
- Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
- Custom Home
- Views of Mount Diablo
About This Home
As of March 2018Once in a lifetime opportunity to own an authentic 1941 Lafayette compound owned by the same family for 67 years. The grand main house offers beautifully proportioned rooms with original quality and character in 5456 +/- sq ft all on one level. This expansive home has formal living and dining rooms, 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, an office, family room, large kitchen with breakfast room, and a sunroom. Additionally the estate features a one bedroom guest house with kitchen (1021 +/- sq ft), a caretaker's cottage (504 +/- sq ft) and a storage barn (930 +/- sq ft) which would make an ideal artist or music studio. The park-like grounds feature patios, a swimming pool, level lawns and stunning gardens. Located in the Hidden Valley neighborhood close to town, freeways and top Lafayette schools.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $46,125
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- 1.94 Acre Lot
- Garden
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
- Bonus Room
- Views of Mount Diablo
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Double Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Laminate Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- In-Law or Guest Suite
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Parking
- Carport
- Off-Street Parking
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Gas Heated Pool
- Pool Cover
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Satellite Dish
Additional Features
- Solar owned by seller
- Shed
- Guest House
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Hidden Valley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2510300417
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 16, 2024
Sold by
Joseph Kent Brian and Mitchell Taylor
Bought by
Kent Family Revocable Trust and Kent
Total Days on Market
9
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 9, 2018
Closed on
Feb 23, 2018
Sold by
Colby Charlotte Helmholz and Helmholz George Lindsay
Bought by
Kent Brian J and Kent Taylor Mitchell
Seller's Agent
Nancy Rothman
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Margaret Kent
Compass
List Price
$2,950,000
Sold Price
$3,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$650,000
22.03%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.92%
Original Mortgage
$1,800,000
Interest Rate
4.04%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 2015
Sold by
Phillips Duane E and Phillips Laurie P
Bought by
Colby Charlotte Helmholz and Helmholz George Lindsay
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 2004
Sold by
Helmholz Elizabeth L
Bought by
Helmholz Elizabeth L
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 29, 1999
Sold by
Helmholz August Carl and Helmholz Elizabeth L
Bought by
Helmholz A Carl and Helmholz Elizabeth L
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Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Family Revocable Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Kent Brian Joseph | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Kent Brian J | $3,600,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Colby Charlotte Helmholz | $210,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Helmholz Elizabeth L | -- | -- | |
| Helmholz A Carl | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Kent Brian J | $1,812,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Kent Brian J | $1,800,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kent Brian J | $1,800,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $3,600,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/01/2018 03/01/18 | Sold | $3,600,000 | +22.0% | $660 / Sq Ft |
| 02/18/2018 02/18/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/09/2018 02/09/18 | For Sale | $2,950,000 | -- | $541 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $46,125 | $4,087,263 | $1,561,724 | $2,525,539 |
| 2023 | $46,125 | $4,007,121 | $1,531,102 | $2,476,019 |
| 2022 | $44,993 | $3,859,924 | $1,501,081 | $2,358,843 |
| 2021 | $43,681 | $3,784,241 | $1,471,649 | $2,312,592 |
| 2019 | $43,182 | $3,672,000 | $1,428,000 | $2,244,000 |
| 2018 | $7,016 | $445,793 | $149,897 | $295,896 |
| 2017 | $6,872 | $437,053 | $146,958 | $290,095 |
| 2016 | $5,964 | $361,359 | $82,029 | $279,330 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nancy Rothman
N
Seller's Agent in 2018
Nancy Rothman
Compass
(925) 258-0090
3 Total Sales
-
S
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Susan Peterson
Compass
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Margaret Kent
Compass
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40809946
APN: 251-030-041-7
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