NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3855 Albatross St Unit 4 San Diego, CA 92103

Hillcrest Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $788,000 - $930,000

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,089 Sq Ft
$397/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 31, 2021

Last sale price $725,000 $666 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,553/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gated Community
  • Valley View
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 0.59 Acre Lot
  • End Unit
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

As of August 2021

Immaculately maintained two story end unit with no one above or below! This fine turn-key Mission Hills home is quietly tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac with impressive landscaping & views of the majestic eucalyptus trees in the canyon. Numerous windows in the living room & primary bedroom offer exceptional natural light. Upgrades & amenities include new carpet & paint, custom hardwood cabinetry in the kitchen & bathroom with quiet close doors & drawers, vaulted ceilings, kitchen pantry closet, central a/c, dual paned vinyl windows, gas fireplace, custom tile flooring, quaint window seat with storage & closet organizers in both bedrooms by California Closets. VA APPROVED! See supplement for more info. Storage is not a problem in this home! Large under stairs closet, walk in primary bedroom closet and ample loft storage in the enormous two car private tandem garage, which is just a few steps away from the front door to the home. No carrying heavy grocery bags up stairs or elevators! All appliances convey including the side-by-side washer & dryer. Coveted Mission Hills location is peaceful and serene yet only with blocks to University Ave and Washington St with shopping, restaurants and all that Mission Hills has to offer. Don’t miss out on this truly wonderful home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mike Gassaway

Woods Real Estate Services Inc License #01405332 Listed on: 07/18/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Joseph Camile

Joseph A. Camile License #01943331

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,295

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Property is Fully Fenced

HOA Fees

  • $397 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Tandem Garage
  • Guest Parking

Property Views

  • Valley
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,089 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Full Size Washer or Dryer
  • Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Slab Porch or Patio

Utilities

  • Separate Water Meter
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 452-042-01-04

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior (landscaping), exterior bldg maintenance, gated community, limited insurance, roof maintenance, sewer, trash pickup, water
  • 5 Units
  • Eucalyptus Park Association, Phone Number (619) 255-1300
  • Eucalyptus Park Community

Security

  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,295

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$397 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Attached
  • Attached Style: Mid Rise
  • Residential Styles: All Other Attached
  • Market Area: Metro Uptown
  • Cross Street: Robinson
  • Neighborhood: Mission Hills
  • Supplement: Storage is not a problem in this home! Large under stairs closet, walk in primary bedroom closet and ample loft storage in the enormous two car private tandem garage, which is just a few steps away from the front door to the home. No carrying heavy grocery bags up stairs or elevators! All appliances convey including the side-by-side washer & dryer. Coveted Mission Hills location is peaceful and serene yet only with blocks to University Ave and Washington St with shopping, restaurants and all that Mission Hills has to offer. Don’t miss out on this truly wonderful home.
  • LP / Sq Ft: 638.2
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 665.75
  • Residential Unit Location: No Unit Above or Below, End Unit
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 665.75
  • Stories: 2 Story
  • Stories In Building: 2
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Allow Comments Review: No
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Unit Number Space Number: 4
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room, Gas
  • Searchable Rooms: Dining Area, Living Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15x14
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Location: Closet Full Sized
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1089
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Wood/Stucco
  • Fencing: Full
  • Patio: Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Greenbelt, Parklike, Valley/Canyon

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Detached, Tandem
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Guest Parking
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Security: Gated Community
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Eucalyptus Park
  • Total Fees: 4764.0
  • Units In Building: 5
  • Total Number of Units: 11
  • Property Management Company: Total Property Management
  • Property Management Phone: 619-255-1300
  • Community: MISSION HILLS
  • Complex Features: Gated Community
  • Home Owner Association: Eucalyptus Park
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gated Community, Limited Insurance, Roof Maintenance, Sewer, Trash Pickup, Water
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 397.0
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner Association Phone: 619-255-1300

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Building: 1
  • Entry Level Unit: 1

Fee Information

  • Total Monthly Fees: 397

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 0 (Common Interest)
  • Topography: Level
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 452-042-01-04
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 25624
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.59
  • Map Code Column: A
  • Map Code Page: 1269
  • Map Code Row: 5

Multi Family

  • Percentage Owner Occupancy: 63.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 18, 2021
Closed on
Aug 13, 2021
Sold by
Elmer David and The David Elmer Trust
Bought by
Russell Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Mike Gassaway
Woods Real Estate Services Inc
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Camile
Joseph A. Camile
List Price
$695,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,000
4.32%
Current Estimated Value
$793,143

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,143
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.27%
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Outstanding Balance
$528,906
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$263,057

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2001
Sold by
Elmer David
Bought by
Elmer David

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 1992

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 1988
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
Russell Benjamin $725,000 Chicago Title Company Sd
Elmer David -- --
-- $183,000 --
-- $137,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Russell Benjamin $580,000
Previous Owner Elmer David $89,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/31/2021 08/31/21 Sold $725,000 +4.3% $666 / Sq Ft
08/09/2021 08/09/21 Pending -- -- --
08/03/2021 08/03/21 For Sale $695,000 -- $638 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

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 $9,295 $769,374 $308,864 $460,510
2024 $9,295 $754,289 $302,808 $451,481
2023 $9,090 $739,500 $296,871 $442,629
2022 $8,849 $725,000 $291,050 $433,950
2021 $3,714 $298,933 $120,006 $178,927
2020 $3,669 $295,869 $118,776 $177,093
2019 $3,604 $290,069 $116,448 $173,621
2018 $3,370 $284,382 $114,165 $170,217
2017 $80 $278,807 $111,927 $166,880
2016 $3,238 $273,341 $109,733 $163,608
2015 $3,190 $269,236 $108,085 $161,151
2014 $3,141 $263,963 $105,968 $157,995
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mike Gassaway

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Mike Gassaway

    Woods Real Estate Services Inc

    (619) 436-9446

    12 in this area

    65 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Joseph Camile

    Joseph A. Camile

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 210020267

San Diego MLS

APN: 452-042-01-04

California San Diego County San Diego 92103 Hillcrest

3855 Albatross St Unit 4, San Diego, CA

This home is located at 3855 Albatross St Unit 4, San Diego, CA 92103 since 18 July 2021 and is currently estimated at $836,230, approximately $767 per square foot. This property was built in 1988. 3855 Albatross St Unit 4 is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Florence Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and Museum School.

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