3838 Goldfinch St San Diego, CA 92103
Middletown Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,195
Sq Ft
4,539
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Private Yard
- Grant K-8 Rated A-
- Bonus Room
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of May 2016Charming Craftsman home with historical Mills Act designation "Marion Townley House" with a significant annual tax reduction. This home features hardwood floors, coved ceilings, updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Large front and back yard with auto-irrigation and mature landscaping. Fully fenced, with tandem off-street parking. One car garage has been converted to a carpeted 255sf bonus room ideal for office or guest, easily converted back to a garage if needed. Home features updated electrical, plumbing, and forced air heating and air conditioning. Located in Mission Hills, with outstanding schools (Grant Elementrary and Francis Parker, and walking distance to local restaurants, library, grocery, boutique shops and all that this great neighborhood has to offer.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker West License #01195712 Listed on: 03/30/2012
Last Buyer's Agent
Jon Cellitti
Coldwell Banker Realty License #00303770
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,877
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Lot Details
- 4,539 Sq Ft Lot
- Gated Home
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Private Yard
- Property is zoned MR-3000
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Plaster Walls
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,195 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Slab Porch or Patio
Schools
- San Diego Unified School District Elementary And Middle School
- San Diego Unified School District High School
Utilities
- Separate Water Meter
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 451-071-16-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 6, 2020
Sold by
Holmes Melissa Maria
Bought by
Holmes Melissa Maria and The Holmes Family Trust
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$813,000
Outstanding Balance
$723,577
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$746,678
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 8, 2018
Sold by
Arons Michael and Arons Smitha
Bought by
Holmes Melissa Maria
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$137,000
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 16, 2016
Closed on
Apr 28, 2016
Sold by
Schartiger Christopher Ryan and Schartiger Hannah Love Boyd
Bought by
Arons Michael and Arons Smitha
Seller's Agent
Anthony Balsamo
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kylie Reiter
Coastal Luxe Properties, Inc
List Price
$359,000
Sold Price
$847,000
Premium/Discount to List
$488,000
135.93%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.11%
Original Mortgage
$653,600
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 30, 2012
Closed on
Jun 5, 2012
Sold by
Mesirow Shelley
Bought by
Schartiger Christopher Ryan and Schartiger Hannah Love Boyd
Seller's Agent
Christopher Schell
Coldwell Banker West
Buyer's Agent
Jon Cellitti
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$649,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,000
-3.85%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.16%
Original Mortgage
$546,250
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 28, 2009
Sold by
Marciano Richard and Lopez Ana L
Bought by
Mesirow Shelley
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 26, 2006
Sold by
Lopez Ana L and Marciano Richard
Bought by
Marciano Richard and Lopez Ana L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 2, 2005
Sold by
Marciano Richard and Lopez Ana L
Bought by
Marciano Richard and Lopez Ana L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$481,000
Interest Rate
5.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 10, 2003
Sold by
Marciano Richard and Lopez Ana L
Bought by
Marciano Richard and Lopez Ana L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$468,750
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 2000
Sold by
Cho Chuck Lan and Cho Yin Chi
Bought by
Marciano Richard and Lopez Ana L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
7.71%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 2000
Sold by
Cho Family Trust 04-20-94 and Chung Dai
Bought by
Cho Chuck Lan and Cho Yin Chi
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 20, 1994
Sold by
Cho Dai Chung and Cho Yuet Hing
Bought by
Cho Dai Chung and Cho Yuet Hing
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Wfg National Title | |
| Grant Deed | $925,000 | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | $847,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Grant Deed | $649,000 | California Title | |
| Grant Deed | $680,000 | Ticor Title San Diego | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Individual Deed | $326,500 | Equity Title Company | |
| Gift Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $813,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $137,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $690,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $653,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $546,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $199,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $481,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $114,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $468,750 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $321,000 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $95,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $87,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $293,850 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/16/2016 05/16/16 | Sold | $847,000 | +135.9% | $691 / Sq Ft |
| 03/17/2016 03/17/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/15/2016 03/15/16 | For Sale | $359,000 | -44.7% | $293 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2012 07/10/12 | Sold | $649,000 | 0.0% | $543 / Sq Ft |
| 05/26/2012 05/26/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/03/2012 05/03/12 | Price Changed | $649,000 | -3.9% | $543 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2012 03/30/12 | For Sale | $675,000 | -- | $565 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,877 | $308,341 | $185,004 | $123,337 |
| 2024 | $3,877 | $317,252 | $190,351 | $126,901 |
| 2023 | $3,917 | $304,602 | $182,761 | $121,841 |
| 2022 | $3,681 | $277,903 | $166,741 | $111,162 |
| 2021 | $3,397 | $277,903 | $166,741 | $111,162 |
| 2020 | $3,183 | $261,019 | $156,611 | $104,408 |
| 2019 | $2,996 | $245,434 | $147,260 | $98,174 |
| 2018 | $2,740 | $235,405 | $141,243 | $94,162 |
| 2017 | $80 | $231,576 | $138,945 | $92,631 |
| 2016 | $2,128 | $183,719 | $110,231 | $73,488 |
| 2015 | $2,127 | $183,641 | $110,184 | $73,457 |
| 2014 | $2,188 | $188,082 | $112,849 | $75,233 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Anthony Balsamo
A
Seller's Agent in 2016
Anthony Balsamo
Pacific Sothebys
(619) 885-7929
12 Total Sales
-
R
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2016
Ross Whitney
Pacific Sothebys
-
Kylie Reiter
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Kylie Reiter
Coastal Luxe Properties, Inc
(858) 705-1699
21 Total Sales
-
Christopher Schell
Seller's Agent in 2012
Christopher Schell
Coldwell Banker West
(619) 316-1177
5 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Jon Cellitti
Coldwell Banker Realty
-
Pat Kilkenny
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Pat Kilkenny
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
(760) 402-5023
14 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 120016719
APN: 451-071-16
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