Seller's Agent in 2021
Kate McCaffrey
Compass
(510) 522-5223
60 in this area
322 Total Sales
3259 Sterling Ave Alameda, CA 94501
Downtown Alameda NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,123,000 - $1,293,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,153
Sq Ft
$1,063/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Craftsman Architecture
- Stone Countertops
- Frank Otis Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Lincoln Park
About This Home
As of March 2021Built in 1917, this lovely Craftsman bungalow is the perfect balance of historic charm and modern versatility. Thoughtfully remodeled with contemporary living in mind, yet preserving many of the original details and features, this picture-perfect home offers 2BR,1BA, formal living and dining rooms, a remodeled kitchen and a great backyard with a large deck for indoor/outdoor living. Vintage features include built-in cupboards/cabinets, the original stone fireplace, unpainted wood trim throughout, oak floors, picture rails and much more. The remodeled kitchen has modern finishes and loads of storage + sliding doors that open to the backyard/deck. New AC for those warm September days! Located on a highly desirable East End street just 2 blocks to Lincoln Park/pool, 5 blocks to Lincoln Middle School and close to Otis Elementary School, the home offers access to Park St., the SF Ferry, freeways and Oakland Airport. This is a truly special home in an exceptional Alameda neighborhood!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1917
Lot Details
- 3,388 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Rectangular Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Bungalow
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Decorative Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bay East Association
- East End Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 698611
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 6, 2021
Closed on
Mar 5, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kate McCaffrey
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Bennett
Cerda-Zein Real Estate
List Price
$1,225,000
Sold Price
$1,225,000
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$641
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.01%
Original Mortgage
$980,000
Interest Rate
0.027%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$679,061
Interest Rate
0.035%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$667,957
Interest Rate
0.0416%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$456,000
Interest Rate
0.0631%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 13, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
0.0639%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 27, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,225,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| $743,000 | Placer Title Company | ||
| $570,000 | Placer Title Company | ||
| -- | Placer Title Company | ||
| $384,000 | First American Title Guarant | ||
| $181,000 | Fidelity National Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $980,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $679,061 | ||
| Previous Owner | $667,957 | ||
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $456,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $458,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $416,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $288,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,225,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/23/2021 03/23/21 | For Sale | $1,225,000 | 0.0% | $1,062 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2021 03/11/21 | Sold | $1,225,000 | -- | $1,062 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 | $17,464 | $1,318,963 | $530,385 | $795,578 |
| 2024 | $17,464 | $1,292,970 | $519,988 | $779,982 |
| 2023 | $16,750 | $1,274,490 | $509,796 | $764,694 |
| 2022 | $16,355 | $1,242,500 | $499,800 | $749,700 |
| 2021 | $11,360 | $825,252 | $247,485 | $584,767 |
| 2020 | $11,133 | $816,497 | $244,949 | $571,548 |
| 2019 | $10,731 | $800,493 | $240,148 | $560,345 |
| 2018 | $10,455 | $784,800 | $235,440 | $549,360 |
| 2017 | $9,957 | $769,413 | $230,824 | $538,589 |
| 2016 | $9,976 | $754,330 | $226,299 | $528,031 |
| 2015 | $9,945 | $743,000 | $222,900 | $520,100 |
| 2014 | $8,002 | $598,773 | $179,632 | $419,141 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kate McCaffrey
-
Emily Hoffman
E
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Emily Hoffman
Compass
(510) 406-3937
4 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Thomas Bennett
T
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Thomas Bennett
Cerda-Zein Real Estate
(510) 523-5673
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40942449
APN: 069-0086-011-00
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