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Seller's Agent in 2022
David Gunderman
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 775-1079
5 in this area
460 Total Sales
451 Taurus Ave Oakland, CA 94611
Merriewood NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,067,000 - $1,411,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,546
Sq Ft
$791/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Recreation Room
- Thornhill Elementary School Rated A-
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of September 2022Under a lush canopy of redwood and oak trees in Montclair, 451 Taurus is gated and hidden from the street in a secluded oasis. A picturesque Cape Cod with dormer windows, this 2+BD/1.5BA home features 1546 sq ft of living space, lush private rear garden, and a detached 2-car garage. A blend of provincial charm and modern convenience, the home includes an updated kitchen with gas range and Bosch dishwasher, a sunny dining area overlooking the rear yard, family room, and updated baths. The primary bedroom features a built-in dresser and lounging area customized to fit a daybed beneath a large window overlooking the yard - an inviting spot for reading or meditation. The secondary bedroom also features a reading alcove and built-in dresser, and the bedrooms share a beautifully remodeled bath with a luxurious soaking tub and walk-in shower. The home is near Thornhill Middle School and Montclair Village, as well as Sibley Volcanic Park, Redwood Regional Park, and Lake Temescal.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kw Advisors East Bay License #01313613 Listed on: 08/18/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 6,825 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard Fenced
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Lot Sloped Down
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Floor Furnace
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bay East Association
- Merriewood Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 48G742212
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 18, 2022
Closed on
Sep 16, 2022
Sold by
Harris William C and Harris Patricia C
Bought by
Kendall Katherine Garden
Seller's Agent
David Gunderman
Kw Advisors East Bay
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Cunningham
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$255,000
25.63%
Views
7
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
-$27,353
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.64%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Outstanding Balance
$381,783
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$840,864
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 19, 1996
Sold by
Schwedes Judith A and Smith Karen K
Bought by
Harris William C and Harris Patricia C
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kendall Katherine Garden | $1,250,000 | Placer Title | |
| Harris William C | $272,000 | First American Title Guarant |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Kendall Katherine Garden | $400,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,250,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/29/2022 09/29/22 | Sold | $1,250,000 | +25.6% | $809 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2022 09/04/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/18/2022 08/18/22 | For Sale | $995,000 | -- | $644 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
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 | $18,009 | $1,300,500 | $390,150 | $910,350 |
| 2024 | $18,009 | $1,275,000 | $382,500 | $892,500 |
| 2023 | $19,035 | $1,250,000 | $375,000 | $875,000 |
| 2022 | $7,399 | $410,430 | $125,229 | $292,201 |
| 2021 | $7,020 | $402,245 | $122,773 | $286,472 |
| 2020 | $6,940 | $405,051 | $121,515 | $283,536 |
| 2019 | $6,644 | $397,111 | $119,133 | $277,978 |
| 2018 | $6,504 | $389,327 | $116,798 | $272,529 |
| 2017 | $6,242 | $381,694 | $114,508 | $267,186 |
| 2016 | $6,002 | $374,211 | $112,263 | $261,948 |
| 2015 | $5,966 | $368,591 | $110,577 | $258,014 |
| 2014 | $5,949 | $361,373 | $108,412 | $252,961 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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David Gunderman
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Andrew Raskopf
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Andrew Raskopf
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 775-1079
2 in this area
153 Total Sales
-
Kevin Cunningham
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Kevin Cunningham
Red Oak Realty
(510) 813-8601
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41005757
APN: 048G-7422-001-02
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