NOT LISTED FOR SALE

385 Walnut Ave Sonoma, CA 95476

Estimated Value: $851,000 - $1,631,742

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,596 Sq Ft
$696/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 26, 2023

Last sale price $880,000 $551 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,161/month

170 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Hills
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Great Room

About This Home

As of January 2023

Major Price Reduction. Romantic 2 bedroom/2 bath cottage is the ideal Wine Country getaway just an hour north of the Golden Gate. About a mile to the historic Plaza, this slice of country living is low maintenance so you have more time to entertain, explore, and relax. White picket fence with storybook charm. Light & bright interiors with wall of glass overlooking & slider to the park-like grounds. Majestic Oaks, rolling lawns, and mature landscaping. Interior features include 36 Wolf range in the updated kitchen, 12 ft vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, fireplace, and updated baths. Move right in and have immediate enjoyment. No projects, just take in the warmth of Sonoma.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daniel Casabonne

Sotheby's International Realty License #01221013 Listed on: 07/14/2022

Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Marguerita Castanera

Century 21 Epic Wine Country License #01773670

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1952 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,596 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Views of Hills

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Oven
  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Concrete Kitchen Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Primary Bathroom Bathtub Only
  • Low Flow Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 052-422-016-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1952 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: Arnold Drive or Riverside Drive to Walnut Avenue.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1722
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: One
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cottage
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Gas Range
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bathroom Features: Low-Flow Shower(s), Low-Flow Toilet(s), Tile, Tub
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Ground Floor
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Area
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Price Per Square Foot: 551.38
  • Square Footage: 1596.00
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Family Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Great Room
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Kitchen Features: Slab Counter
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • View: Hills

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Electric, In Garage, Washer Included

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: Sonoma Valley Union

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 052-422-016-000
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7500.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1952

MLS Schools

  • Senior High School District: Sonoma Valley Union
  • School District (County): Sonoma

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2022
Closed on
Dec 30, 2022
Sold by
Tanner Helen L and Tanner David M
Bought by
Serafini Gerard and Serafini Mary
Seller's Agent
Daniel Casabonne
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Marguerita Castanera
Century 21 Epic Wine Country
List Price
$998,000
Sold Price
$880,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$118,000
-11.82%
Views
109
Current Estimated Value
$1,110,186

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$230,186
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.14%
Original Mortgage
$930,000
Outstanding Balance
$899,688
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$210,498

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2005
Sold by
Jilson Jo Ann
Bought by
Sybert David M and Tanner Helen L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$592,800
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2002
Sold by
Jilson Jo Ann and Jilson Joan
Bought by
Jilson Jo Ann

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
6.74%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 1997
Sold by
Lee Wiggs Stephen and Lee Kelly
Bought by
Jilson Joann and Jilson John R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$174,960
Interest Rate
7.31%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1994
Sold by
Smith John K and Smith Patricia L
Bought by
Wiggs Stephen and Phipps Kelly Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$195,700
Interest Rate
5.72%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Serafini Gerard $880,000 Fidelity National Title
Sybert David M $741,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Jilson Jo Ann -- Fidelity National Title Co
Jilson Joann $219,000 Sonoma Title Guaranty Compan
Wiggs Stephen $206,000 Northwestern Title Sec Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Serafini Gerard $930,000
Previous Owner Sybert David M $592,800
Previous Owner Jilson Jo Ann $75,000
Previous Owner Jilson Joann $174,960
Previous Owner Wiggs Stephen $195,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/26/2023 01/26/23 Sold $880,000 0.0% $551 / Sq Ft
12/31/2022 12/31/22 Pending -- -- --
12/31/2022 12/31/22 Off Market $880,000 -- --
10/17/2022 10/17/22 Price Changed $895,000 -2.6% $561 / Sq Ft
10/05/2022 10/05/22 Price Changed $919,000 -3.2% $576 / Sq Ft
08/19/2022 08/19/22 Price Changed $949,000 -3.0% $595 / Sq Ft
08/09/2022 08/09/22 Price Changed $978,000 -2.0% $613 / Sq Ft
07/14/2022 07/14/22 For Sale $998,000 -- $625 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

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 $4,254 $215,623 $77,212 $138,411
2024 $4,254 $211,397 $75,699 $135,698
2023 $4,254 $916,000 $366,000 $550,000
2022 $11,767 $916,000 $366,000 $550,000
2021 $10,423 $879,000 $352,000 $527,000
2020 $11,547 $879,000 $352,000 $527,000
2019 $10,076 $765,000 $305,000 $460,000
2018 $10,104 $765,000 $305,000 $460,000
2017 $10,025 $765,000 $305,000 $460,000
2016 $9,143 $700,000 $300,000 $400,000
2015 -- $498,000 $199,000 $299,000
2014 -- $498,000 $199,000 $299,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 322064241

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 052-422-016