Martha Park
Better Homes And Gardens Rp
(628) 213-7201
46 Total Sales
2 in Central Orinda
$1,842,000 Price Range
42 Knox Dr Lafayette, CA 94549
Central Orinda NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,883,176
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,082
Sq Ft
$905/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Contemporary Architecture
- Stone Countertops
- Happy Valley Elementary School Rated A
- Secluded Lot
- No HOA
About This Home
As of July 2020THE GOLDILOCKS HOUSE. Nestled amid nature’s arboreal beauty this updated 4 beds 3 baths home is juust right with its imbued Zenlike charm. Entertaining is a breeze w/the chef’s updated kitchen open to a dining room w/ private deck. French sliding doors connect family room complete w/fireplace, master & dining room to many outdoor entertaining & play areas. Romantic master has jetted tub and separate shower. The private work from home office & the extensive remodeling w/ the addition of a guest/au-pair suite w/ its own full bath & balcony make this home the perfect place to work, entertain or relax. Features include heated floors in living room & en-suite baths, level 2 electric car charger & wired landscape LEDs etc. Easy access to Hwy 24 & BART, shops restaurants & reservoir w/its extensive walking trails & Lafayette’s award winning Happy Valley Elementary School. Imagine yourself on a hammock between the trees sipping a sparkling Prosecco. View in 3D at www.42KnoxDr.com
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker License #01390784 Listed on: 06/26/2020
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1978
Lot Details
- 22,572 Sq Ft Lot
- Secluded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Whole House Fan
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Hidden Valley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2510500131
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 26, 2020
Closed on
Jul 25, 2020
Sold by
Vaccaro Marco and Vaccaro Kasandra
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Vlatka Bathgate
Coldwell Banker
Buyer's Agent
Masood Samereie
Aria Properties
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,610,000
Premium/Discount to List
$211,000
15.08%
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
$273,176
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.59%
Original Mortgage
$1,286,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2014
Sold by
Schake Kurt Wayne and Schake Heidi Loken
Bought by
Vaccaro Marco and Vaccaro Kasandra
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$687,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 7, 2011
Sold by
Schake Heidi Loken
Bought by
Schake Kurt Wayne and Schake Heidi Loken
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$751,500
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 8, 2011
Sold by
Schake Heidi Loken and Loken Heidi
Bought by
Schake Heidi Loken
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$659,000
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 12, 2009
Sold by
Benas Matthew David
Bought by
Loken Heidi
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$644,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 26, 1998
Sold by
Johnson Lloyd H and Johnson Deborah
Bought by
Matt Diane
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 6, 1997
Sold by
Lafayette Desk Llc
Bought by
Johnson Lloyd H and Johnson Deborah
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 1997
Sold by
August Boyer P
Bought by
Lafayette Desk Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 1997
Sold by
Padgett Todd A and Duran Carmilla A
Bought by
August Boyer P and Boyer P August Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 1994
Sold by
Padgett Todd A and Duran Carmilla M A
Bought by
Padgett Todd A and Duran Carmilla M A
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Kelly Crawford
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Real Broker
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1 in Central Orinda
$1,902,130 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,610,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| Vaccaro Marco | $1,005,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Schake Kurt Wayne | -- | Placer Title Company | |
| Schake Heidi Loken | -- | None Available | |
| Loken Heidi | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Loken Heidi | $805,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Matt Diane | $520,000 | American Title Co | |
| Johnson Lloyd H | $57,500 | American Title Co | |
| Lafayette Desk Llc | $44,000 | -- | |
| August Boyer P | $56,095 | Northwestern Title | |
| Padgett Todd A | -- | Fidelity Natl Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,268,000 | ||
| Closed | Rahmani Kamran | $1,286,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Vaccaro Marco | $600,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Vaccaro Marco | $687,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Schake Kurt Wayne | $780,010 | |
| Previous Owner | Schake Kurt Wayne | $751,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Schake Heidi Loken | $659,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Loken Heidi | $644,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Matt Diane | $612,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Matt Diane | $95,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Matt Diane | $505,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Matt Diane | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Matt Diane | $496,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Matt Diane | $55,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Matt Diane | $440,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $1,610,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,610,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/31/2020 07/31/20 | Sold | $1,610,000 | +15.1% | $773 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2020 07/01/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/26/2020 06/26/20 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | -- | $672 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $21,083 | $1,777,567 | $1,225,527 | $552,040 |
| 2025 | $21,083 | $1,742,714 | $1,201,498 | $541,216 |
| 2024 | $20,371 | $1,708,544 | $1,177,940 | $530,604 |
| 2023 | $20,371 | $1,675,044 | $1,154,844 | $520,200 |
| 2022 | $20,060 | $1,642,200 | $1,132,200 | $510,000 |
| 2021 | $19,482 | $1,610,000 | $1,110,000 | $500,000 |
| 2019 | $14,292 | $1,134,774 | $882,381 | $252,393 |
| 2018 | $13,230 | $1,061,544 | $865,080 | $196,464 |
| 2017 | $13,005 | $1,040,730 | $848,118 | $192,612 |
| 2016 | $12,759 | $1,020,325 | $831,489 | $188,836 |
| 2015 | $12,413 | $1,005,000 | $819,000 | $186,000 |
| 2014 | $10,750 | $845,645 | $621,367 | $224,278 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Vlatka Bathgate
Seller's Agent in 2020
Vlatka Bathgate
Coldwell Banker
(925) 253-6300
9 in this area
73 Total Sales
-
Masood Samereie
MS
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Masood Samereie
Aria Properties
(415) 552-5555
5 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40910041
APN: 251-050-013-1
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