Douglas Hecker
Responds Quickly
Coldwell Banker Realty
(707) 634-2774
142 Total Sales
2 in Sonoma
$850K - $900K Price Range
497 E Walnut St Sonoma, CA 95476
Sonoma AreaEstimated Value: $1,228,945
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,124
Sq Ft
$1,093/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Burning Stove
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Front Porch
- Landscaped
- 4-minute walk to Pinelli Park
About This Home
As of November 2021Morning sun pours into the great room of this charming remodeled cottage on Sonoma's coveted East side. Enjoy your coffee on the front porch or at one of the cafes on Sonoma's historic Plaza, just blocks away. The kitchen features quartz counters, stainless appliances, and updated cabinetry. The spacious front bedroom with corner windows is adjacent to the remodeled hallway bathroom. An office currently comprises the middle bedroom with a wall of shelves, and the en suite primary bedroom is on the other end of the hallway, providing privacy. There is a storage area attached to the home, an exterior shed, and an attached one-car garage allowing for an organized lifestyle. Create your own wine country paradise in the back yard! This is the perfect spot for first-time homebuyers, a second home or for downsizers looking for a one-level in a leafy close-to-town neighborhood.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Julie Leitzell
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty License #01496211 Listed on: 10/13/2021
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 6,499 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Landscaped
- Front Yard Sprinklers
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Driveway
Interior Spaces
- 1,124 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Stove
- Combination Dining and Living Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Outdoor Features
- Front Porch
Utilities
- Natural Gas Connected
- Property is located within a water district
- Internet Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 018-273-009-000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 13, 2021
Closed on
Nov 9, 2021
Sold by
Christ Cheryl L and Christ Gregory P
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Julie Leitzell
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christine Krenos
Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
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
$128,945
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.31%
Original Mortgage
$880,000
Outstanding Balance
$787,594
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$441,351
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 2021
Sold by
Christ Cheryl L and Christ Cheryl
Bought by
Christ Cheryl L and Christ Gregory P
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
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 28, 2014
Sold by
Christ Greg and 2001 John Patras Revocable Tru
Bought by
Christ Cheryl
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Sonoma, CA
-
Douglas Hecker
-
Suzy Anderson
Suzy Anderson
Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley
(707) 940-8420
97 Total Sales
1 in Sonoma
$1,195,000 Price
-
Jeffrey Sickler
Jeffrey Sickler
Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley
(072) 227-2924
54 Total Sales
1 in Sonoma
$1,030,000 Price
-
Jenny Gass
Jenny Gass
Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley
(707) 339-4958
58 Total Sales
1 in Sonoma
$169,000 Price
-
Andy Paulson
Andy Paulson
Sotheby's International Realty
(707) 664-7947
90 Total Sales
28 in Sonoma
$195K - $3M Price Range
-
Kendra Lee Martin
Kendra Lee Martin
Luxe Places International Realty
(707) 415-2454
37 Total Sales
27 in Sonoma
$55K - $6M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,100,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| Christ Cheryl L | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Christ Cheryl | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $880,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Christ Cheryl L | $150,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/15/2021 11/15/21 | Sold | $1,100,000 | 0.0% | $979 / Sq Ft |
| 10/19/2021 10/19/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/13/2021 10/13/21 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -- | $979 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
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 | $14,671 | $1,190,674 | $784,762 | $405,912 |
| 2025 | $14,671 | $1,167,328 | $769,375 | $397,953 |
| 2024 | $14,276 | $1,144,440 | $754,290 | $390,150 |
| 2023 | $14,276 | $1,122,000 | $739,500 | $382,500 |
| 2022 | $14,012 | $1,100,000 | $725,000 | $375,000 |
| 2021 | $8,509 | $600,221 | $424,687 | $175,534 |
| 2020 | $8,236 | $594,068 | $420,333 | $173,735 |
| 2019 | $8,051 | $582,421 | $412,092 | $170,329 |
| 2018 | $7,927 | $571,002 | $404,012 | $166,990 |
| 2017 | $7,573 | $559,807 | $396,091 | $163,716 |
| 2016 | $7,403 | $548,831 | $388,325 | $160,506 |
| 2015 | $7,166 | $540,588 | $382,492 | $158,096 |
| 2014 | $1,902 | $59,859 | $16,784 | $43,075 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
JL
Seller's Agent in 2021
Julie Leitzell
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
-
Christine Krenos
CK
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Christine Krenos
Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.
(310) 595-3888
50 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
MLS Number: 321098267
APN: 018-273-009
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