NOT LISTED FOR SALE

281 Merrill Ave Fremont, CA 94539

Warm Springs Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,845,000 - $2,210,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
$1,012/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 16, 2018

Last sale price $1,368,000 $684 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,184/month

88 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Loft
  • Open to Family Room
  • Warm Springs Elementary School Rated A
  • Granite Countertops
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of November 2018

Gorgeous updated 3bed 2bath located in the heart of the beautiful Warm Springs district. Home features: High ceilings, spacious Loft, separate Family & Living areas. Newly done driveway, Fresh paint, New Doors + Windows & much more! Close proximity to the Warm Springs Bart Station, I-880/ I-680 and within walking distance from the award winning Warm Springs Elementary and James Leitch Elementary School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Phangureh

Keystone Realtors License #01375180 Listed on: 07/26/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

RECIP

Out of Area Office License #00000000

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,773

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 6,382 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 519-1193-003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,773

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Age: 56
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2000
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Family Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven Range - Gas
  • Living Sq Ft: 2000
  • Stories: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Loft
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • 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, Off-Street Parking

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Fremont Unified

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 519-1193-003
  • Lot Acres: 0.1465
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6380.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6380.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Fremont Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2023
Sold by
Narayanan Chandru Lakshmi and Narayanan Ramya
Bought by
Chandru And Ramya Revocable Trust and Narayanan
Current Estimated Value
$2,024,678

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 26, 2018
Closed on
Nov 13, 2018
Sold by
Martinez Carlos and Martinez Janie
Bought by
Narayanan Chandru Lakshmi and Thulasingam Ramya
Seller's Agent
Paul Phangureh
Keystone Realtors
Buyer's Agent
RECIP
Out of Area Office
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,368,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$131,000
-8.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.81%
Original Mortgage
$1,094,400
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2005
Sold by
Pennella James A and Pennella Kittinee
Bought by
Martinez Carlos and Martinez Janie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2004
Sold by
Autenreith Frank L and Autenreith Leslie T
Bought by
Pennella James A and Pennella Kittinee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$511,200
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 2001
Sold by
Autenreith Frank L and Autenreith Leslie T
Bought by
Autenreith Frank L and Aurenreith Leslie T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$197,000
Interest Rate
6.88%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 1997
Sold by
Autenreith Frank L and Tam Lesile T
Bought by
Autenreith Frank L and Autenreith Leslie T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,000
Interest Rate
7.31%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 1996
Sold by
Landon Peter M and Landon Tammy D
Bought by
Autenreith Frank L and Tam Lesile T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$203,000
Interest Rate
7.8%
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
Chandru And Ramya Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Narayanan Chandru Lakshmi $1,368,000 Fidelity National Title
Martinez Carlos $725,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Pennella James A $639,000 First American Title Company
Autenreith Frank L -- American Title Co
Autenreith Frank L -- American Title Co
Autenreith Frank L $263,000 Golden California Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Narayanan Chandru Lakshmi $1,094,400
Previous Owner Martinez Carlos $580,000
Previous Owner Pennella James A $511,200
Previous Owner Autenreith Frank L $197,000
Previous Owner Autenreith Frank L $202,000
Previous Owner Autenreith Frank L $203,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/16/2018 11/16/18 Sold $1,368,000 -0.7% $684 / Sq Ft
10/23/2018 10/23/18 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2018 10/15/18 Price Changed $1,378,000 -1.4% $689 / Sq Ft
09/26/2018 09/26/18 Price Changed $1,398,000 -3.5% $699 / Sq Ft
09/13/2018 09/13/18 Price Changed $1,449,000 -3.3% $725 / Sq Ft
07/26/2018 07/26/18 For Sale $1,499,000 -- $750 / 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 $17,773 $1,526,004 $557,750 $968,254
2024 $17,773 $1,496,085 $546,815 $949,270
2023 $17,317 $1,466,755 $536,095 $930,660
2022 $17,120 $1,438,000 $525,585 $912,415
2021 $16,694 $1,409,806 $515,280 $894,526
2020 $16,828 $1,395,360 $510,000 $885,360
2019 $16,632 $1,368,000 $500,000 $868,000
2018 $10,805 $870,710 $261,213 $609,497
2017 $10,536 $853,643 $256,093 $597,550
2016 $10,361 $836,910 $251,073 $585,837
2015 $10,227 $824,346 $247,304 $577,042
2014 $10,055 $808,200 $242,460 $565,740
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Paul Phangureh

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Paul Phangureh

    Keystone Realtors

    (408) 460-3368

    5 Total Sales

    Paul Phangureh
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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81720945

MLSListings

APN: 519-1193-003-00

California Alameda County Fremont 94539 Warm Springs

281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA

This home is located at 281 Merrill Ave, Fremont, CA 94539 since 26 July 2018 and is currently estimated at $2,024,678, approximately $1,012 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 281 Merrill Ave is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Warm Springs Elementary School, James Leitch Elementary School, and John M. Horner Junior High School.

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