NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4373 James Ave Castro Valley, CA 94546

Castro Valley East Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,164,000 - $1,264,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,832 Sq Ft
$664/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 28, 2020

Last sale price $950,000 $519 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,664/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV or Boat Parking
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Vannoy Elementary School Rated A
  • Recreation Room with Fireplace
  • Farmhouse Style Home

About This Home

As of October 2020

A quintessential 1948 Castro Valley Farm House, on a 10,786 SF lot, with 1,832 SF of living space. The rustic but chic living room welcomes & easily envelopes. The formal dining room is plentiful w/room for gathering, memories of family & holidays dinners. The kitchen, is completely remodeled with farmhouse deep sink, custom tile, paint, cabinets aplenty & breakfast bar. Three bedrooms & 2 full baths plus a large rumpus room, with recessed lighting, complete w/surround sound. The rumpus accesses the incredible backyard. A large cement patio, w/brick surround & built in seating, fireplace & more. Beyond the patio let your imagination go; garden, chickens, play structures & more! It may be possible to build ADU, buyer to verify with Alameda County. The drive way is deep, with an additional gravel parking pad for your boat or trailer. Upgrades include copper plumbing, 200 amp electrical & 8x10 Shed. Located in the heart of CV, CVUSD, shopping, BART & Lake Chabot Regional Park

Last Agent to Sell the Property

James Esmeyer Rosalyn Esmeyer

License #01363681 Listed on: 09/25/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Crystal Huang

Compass License #01903748

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,639

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Backyard Sprinklers
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Raised Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Dining Area
  • Recreation Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Laundry closet

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Carport
  • RV or Boat Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bay East Association
  • Castro Valley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 84C78532

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,639

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Subdivision Name: CASTRO VALLEY
  • Directions: Redwood Rd / James Ave
  • Architectural Style: Farm House
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Recreation Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Rec/Rumpus Room, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot, Front Yard
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Back, Storage, Storage Area
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Carport, RV/Boat Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: BAY EAST
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Castro Valley (510) 537-3000

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10786
  • Parcel Number: 84C78532
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2020
Closed on
Oct 21, 2020
Sold by
Humes Brian and Humes Rebekah
Bought by
Lin Zhaohui
Seller's Agent
James Esmeyer Rosalyn Esmeyer
Buyer's Agent
Crystal Huang
Compass
List Price
$875,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$75,000
8.57%
Current Estimated Value
$1,215,691

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$265,691
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.23%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Outstanding Balance
$602,023
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$613,668

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2015
Sold by
The Redwood Chapel Inc
Bought by
Humes Brian and Humes Rebekah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$379,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2015
Sold by
The Redwood Chapel Inc
Bought by
The Redwood Chapel Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2002
Sold by
Bibeau Muriel A and Muriel A Bibeau Declaration Of
Bought by
Redwood Chapel Community Church

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$467,500
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
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
Lin Zhaohui $950,000 Chicago Title Company
Humes Brian $589,000 North American Title Co Inc
The Redwood Chapel Inc -- North American Title Company
Redwood Chapel Community Church $550,000 North American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lin Zhaohui $675,000
Previous Owner Humes Brian $379,000
Previous Owner Redwood Chapel Community Church $467,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $950,000 -- --
10/28/2020 10/28/20 Sold $950,000 +8.6% $519 / Sq Ft
10/01/2020 10/01/20 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2020 09/25/20 For Sale $875,000 -- $478 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

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 $12,639 $1,021,298 $308,489 $719,809
2024 $12,639 $1,001,140 $302,442 $705,698
2023 $12,445 $988,380 $296,514 $691,866
2022 $12,214 $962,000 $290,700 $678,300
2021 $11,904 $943,000 $285,000 $665,000
2020 $8,173 $637,544 $191,263 $446,281
2019 $8,323 $625,046 $187,514 $437,532
2018 $8,089 $612,794 $183,838 $428,956
2017 $7,878 $600,780 $180,234 $420,546
2016 $7,489 $589,000 $176,700 $412,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Crystal Huang

    Compass

    (510) 221-7701

    3 in this area

    75 Total Sales

    Crystal Huang
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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40922459

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 084C-0785-003-02

California Alameda County Castro Valley 94546 Castro Valley East

4373 James Ave, Castro Valley, CA

This home is located at 4373 James Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94546 since 25 September 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,215,691, approximately $663 per square foot. This property was built in 1948. 4373 James Ave is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Vannoy Elementary School, Creekside Middle School, and Canyon Middle School.

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