NOT LISTED FOR SALE

420 Bernice Ln Sonoma, CA 95476

Estimated Value: $467,285 - $493,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
989 Sq Ft
$439/ mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 21, 2023

Last sale price $515,000 $521 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,339/month

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vineyard View
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Clubhouse
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of March 2023

Tastefully upgraded 2 bedroom/2 bath upstairs condo in desirable complex just a few blocks west of the historic Plaza. Interior features include fireplace with gas starter, European White Oak wide plank flooring, wool Berber carpet in bedrooms, newer stainless steel appliances, updated primary bath, dual pane windows, and brand new 98 percent efficiency HVAC & A/C. Vaulted ceilings in livingroom with sliders leading to large balcony with sweeping views of the rolling hills to the north. Laundry room just off the guest bathroom. Fresh paint inside and out plus just installed new roof. Pride of ownership seen throughout this residence. Meticulously maintained & well managed complex with pool, common areas with mature landscaping & trees, plus an HOA with large reserves. Close to everything that makes Sonoma & the Wine Country so special. Great as a primary residence or weekend get away...move right in with turn key condition and enjoy from day one. Prepare to be impressed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daniel Casabonne

Sotheby's International Realty License #01221013 Listed on: 02/13/2023

Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Elliott Burdin

Compass License #02061286

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1983 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 993

HOA Fees

  • $439 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Vineyard
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 989 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • 1 Carport Space

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 127-651-017-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common areas, insurance on structure, maintenance exterior, ground maintenance, pool, recreation facility, road, roof, trash, water
  • Sonoma Meadows Association, Phone Number (707) 933-9151

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1983 | Remodeled

Lot Details

993 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$439 per month

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Subtype Description: Attached
  • Directions To Property: Unit is the upstairs front unit. Building is at the front of the complex. Left side of driveway when coming in from West Spain Street. Best to park on street for showings.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0228
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Electric Range, Free Standing Refrigerator
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
  • Price Per Square Foot: 520.73
  • Square Footage: 989.00
  • Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Family Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Gas Starter
  • Room Type: Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Storage
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Partial Bath(s)

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood, Wood Siding
  • Lot Features: Corner, Curb(s)/Gutter(s)
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Composition
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck
  • Pool Features: Common Facility
  • View: Hills, Vineyard

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Covered, Detached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00
  • Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway, Paved Sidewalk

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside Area, Washer Included

Association/Amenities

  • Association Features: Clubhouse, Pool

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 439
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Sonoma Meadows
  • Association Phone: (707) 933-9151
  • Location of Unit: Upper Level

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Areas, Insurance on Structure, Maintenance Exterior, Maintenance Grounds, Pool, Recreation Facility, Road, Roof, Trash, Water

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: Sonoma Valley Union

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 127-651-017-000
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 993.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1983

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
Feb 13, 2023
Closed on
Mar 16, 2023
Sold by
Thom Gretchen Suzanne
Bought by
Ellen Heath Fortier Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Daniel Casabonne
Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Elliott Burdin
Compass
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$515,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.9%
Views
114
Current Estimated Value
$483,821

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$31,179
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.05%
Original Mortgage
$489,250
Outstanding Balance
$473,780
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$10,041

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2021
Sold by
Thom Gretchen Suzanne and Thom Anthony Ray
Bought by
Thom Gretchen Suzanne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$104,000
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2012
Sold by
Ing Bank Fsb
Bought by
Rhude Gretchen S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$137,615
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2011
Sold by
Papadin Alexander
Bought by
Ing Bank Fsb

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2006
Sold by
Ryder Colleen E and Kelley Daniel J
Bought by
Papadin Alexander

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 1994
Sold by
Dunham Wilma E
Bought by
Letson Edward W and Letson Floy E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,000
Interest Rate
7.1%
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
Ellen Heath Fortier Revocable Trust $515,000 Fidelity National Title
Thom Gretchen Suzanne -- Advantage Title Llc
Rhude Gretchen S $162,000 None Available
Ing Bank Fsb $192,172 Orange Coast Title
Papadin Alexander $355,000 First American Title Company
Letson Edward W $132,500 Fidelity National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ellen Heath Fortier Revocable Trust $489,250
Previous Owner Thom Gretchen Suzanne $104,000
Previous Owner Rhude Gretchen S $137,615
Previous Owner Papadin Alexander $284,000
Previous Owner Letson Edward W $106,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/21/2023 03/21/23 Sold $515,000 -1.9% $521 / Sq Ft
03/13/2023 03/13/23 Pending -- -- --
02/13/2023 02/13/23 For Sale $525,000 -- $531 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

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 $4,255 $261,412 $109,898 $151,514
2024 $4,255 $256,288 $107,744 $148,544
2023 $4,255 $195,448 $78,468 $116,980
2022 $3,391 $191,617 $76,930 $114,687
2021 $3,336 $187,861 $75,422 $112,439
2020 $3,300 $185,936 $74,649 $111,287
2019 $3,341 $182,291 $73,186 $109,105
2018 $3,274 $178,717 $71,751 $106,966
2017 $3,192 $175,214 $70,345 $104,869
2016 $2,986 $171,779 $68,966 $102,813
2015 $2,889 $169,200 $67,931 $101,269
2014 $2,823 $165,887 $66,601 $99,286
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 323008019

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 127-651-017

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