NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3909 Monroe Ave Unit 205 San Diego, CA 92116

Normal Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $601,000 - $631,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
836 Sq Ft
$235/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 30, 2018

Last sale price $390,000 $467 Per Sq Ft

Est. 58% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,044/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gated Parking
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Laundry closet
  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 3-minute walk to Ward Canyon Dog Park

About This Home

As of April 2018

Beautiful, top floor, end unit (one attached wall) condo just a short walk to the Hub of Kensington. In-unit washer/dryer and a 2 car, side by side, private garage. Kitchen boasts a gas range, dishwasher, microwave oven and beautiful granite counter tops. Unit faces east, and has south and west facing windows for lots of natural light all day. Very quiet, close to freeway access and shops, restaurants & local businesses.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

James Diggins

Pacific Sotheby's International Realty License #01487962 Listed on: 03/11/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Hernan Sias

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #01984282

eXp Realty of California, Inc.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,375

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • Security Fence
  • Gated Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Fence is in good condition

HOA Fees

  • $235 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gated Parking

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 836 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Stove
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Full Size Washer or Dryer
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Gravity Heating System
  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 447-132-36-06

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior (landscaping), gated community, limited insurance, roof maintenance
  • 20 Units
  • Monroe Villas Association, Phone Number (888) 234-1033
  • Monroe Villas Community

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,375

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$235 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Attached
  • Residential Styles: All Other Attached
  • Market Area: Metro Uptown
  • Cross Street: 39th
  • Neighborhood: Kensington
  • Estimated Living Space: 500 to 999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 459.93
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 466.51
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 466.51
  • Stories: 2 Story
  • Stories In Building: 3
  • Ownership: Condominium, Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Unit Number Space Number: 205
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wall-To-Wall Carpet
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Energy Star Appliances, Free Standing Range, Gas Stove, Range/Stove Hood, Gas Range, Gas Cooking
  • Searchable Rooms: Breakfast Area, Kitchen, Master Bathroom
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X12
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Closet Full Sized
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 836
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Wood/Stucco
  • Fencing: Full, Gate, Good Condition, Security
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Three or more Steps To Entry: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached, Gated, Direct Garage Access, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Electric, Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected, Public Sewer
  • Water: Meter on Property, Public
  • Heating: Wall/Gravity
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Monroe Villas
  • Total Fees: 2820.0
  • Pets Allowed: Allowed w/Restrictions
  • Units In Building: 20
  • Total Number of Units: 20
  • Property Management Phone: 888-234-1033
  • Community: NORMAL HEIGHTS
  • Home Owner Association: Monroe Villas
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Gated Community, Limited Insurance, Roof Maintenance
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 235.0
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner Association Phone: 888-234-1033

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Unit: 3

Fee Information

  • Total Monthly Fees: 235

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: .25 to .5 AC
  • Topography: Level
  • Water District: CITY OF SAN DIEGO
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 447-132-36-06
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 15409
  • Water District URL: http://www.ci.san-diego.ca.us/water
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.35
  • Map Code Column: G
  • Map Code Page: 1269
  • Map Code Row: 4

Multi Family

  • Percentage Owner Occupancy: 70.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2020
Sold by
Dow James W and Dow James William
Bought by
Dow James W
Current Estimated Value
$616,785

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$358,400
Outstanding Balance
$320,931
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$298,258

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2018
Closed on
Apr 5, 2018
Sold by
Dow Denise Castillo
Bought by
Dow James William
Seller's Agent
James Diggins
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Hernan Sias
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
List Price
$384,500
Sold Price
$390,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,500
1.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.53%
Original Mortgage
$351,000
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2018
Closed on
Mar 29, 2018
Sold by
Bailey James A
Bought by
Dow James William
Seller's Agent
James Diggins
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Hernan Sias
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
List Price
$384,500
Sold Price
$390,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,500
1.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$351,000
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2006
Sold by
3909 Monroe Avenue Llc
Bought by
Bailey James A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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
Dow James W -- Ticor Title
Dow James William -- First American Title
Dow James William $390,000 First American Title Insuran
Bailey James A $350,000 Stewart Title Of Ca Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Dow James W $358,400
Closed Dow James William $352,000
Closed Dow James William $351,000
Previous Owner Bailey James A $105,000
Previous Owner Bailey James A $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2018 04/30/18 Sold $390,000 +1.4% $467 / Sq Ft
03/17/2018 03/17/18 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2018 03/11/18 For Sale $384,500 -- $460 / 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 $5,375 $443,746 $216,943 $226,803
2024 $5,375 $435,046 $212,690 $222,356
2023 $5,256 $426,517 $208,520 $217,997
2022 $5,117 $418,155 $204,432 $213,723
2021 $5,082 $409,957 $200,424 $209,533
2020 $5,020 $405,754 $198,369 $207,385
2019 $4,931 $397,799 $194,480 $203,319
2018 $4,259 $360,000 $176,000 $184,000
2017 $3,538 $300,000 $147,000 $153,000
2016 $3,199 $270,000 $133,000 $137,000
2015 $3,199 $270,000 $133,000 $137,000
2014 $2,681 $225,000 $111,000 $114,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    James Diggins

    Pacific Sothebys

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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Hernan Sias

    eXp Realty of California, Inc.

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 180012727

San Diego MLS

APN: 447-132-36-06

California San Diego County San Diego 92116 Normal Heights

3909 Monroe Ave Unit 205, San Diego, CA

This home is located at 3909 Monroe Ave Unit 205, San Diego, CA 92116 since 11 March 2018 and is currently estimated at $610,744, approximately $730 per square foot. This property was built in 1997. 3909 Monroe Ave Unit 205 is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Normal Heights Elementary, Wilson Middle School, and Herbert Hoover High School.

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