Seller's Agent in 2019
Nicole Aron
Compass
(650) 250-4517
29 Total Sales
500 Cherry Ave Los Altos, CA 94022
Estimated Value: $7,558,000 - $8,322,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,262
Sq Ft
$2,412/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Jetted Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Santa Rita Elementary School Rated A
- Secluded Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of October 2019Inspired by Italian craftsmanship & design, this Mediterranean masterpiece is surrounded by an exquisite garden. The comfortable single level floor plan with generous rooms & hand hewn plank hickory & pecan wood floors is arranged around a dramatic great room with soaring open beam ceiling. The huge kitchen features sweeping counters, handsome custom cabinetry, top of the line appliances, a large center island, & includes a long raised counter that suggests informal dining or conversation with the home chef. Sunlight streams through clerestory windows, skylights & walls of windows & doors that span the rear of the home & frame views of the lush garden setting. Loggias off of the master bedroom & the great room provide inviting places to entertain & enjoy the colorful garden. The home includes 2 master suites, 1 bedroom furnished as a home office & 3.5 luxurious baths. A 3-car garage & alcove for exercise equipment complete this special home. Just 5 blocks to downtown Los Altos.
Last Buyer's Agent
Shilpa Merchant
Compass License #01112533
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 0.38 Acre Lot
- Gated Home
- Partially Fenced Property
- Wood Fence
- Secluded Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as R1
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Workshop in Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Reinforced Concrete Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Ceiling Insulation
- Tile Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,262 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Entertainment System
- Wired For Sound
- Beamed Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Garden Windows
- Formal Entry
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Dining Area
- Den
- Storage Room
- Garden Views
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Warming Drawer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Double Master Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Split Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Bidet
- Dual Sinks
- Low Flow Toliet
- Jetted Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Laundry Tub
Basement
- Sealed Crawl Space
- Crawl Space
Home Security
- Security Lights
- Intercom
- Panic Alarm
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
- Thermostat
- 220 Volts
- Water Filtration System
- Water Purifier is Owned
- Fiber Optics Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 167-27-044
Community Details
Amenities
- Courtyard
Security
- Security Service
- Safe or Vault
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 28, 2019
Closed on
Sep 27, 2019
Sold by
Berkley Stephen M and The Smb Trust
Bought by
Roccasalva Marco Salvatore and Roccasalva Theresa Denise
Seller's Agent
Nicole Aron
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Shilpa Merchant
Compass
List Price
$6,250,000
Sold Price
$5,988,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$262,000
-4.19%
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
$1,880,911
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.48%
Original Mortgage
$3,892,200
Outstanding Balance
$3,409,763
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$4,459,148
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 2004
Sold by
Tefft Gaylord S and Tefft Carol L
Bought by
Berkley Stephen M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2004
Sold by
Tefft Gaylor S
Bought by
Tefft Gaylor S and Tefft Carol L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 2003
Sold by
Tefft Gaylord S
Bought by
Tefft Carol L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
5.83%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 2000
Sold by
Tefft Gaylord S and Tefft Carol L
Bought by
Tefft Gaylord S and Tefft Carol L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roccasalva Marco Salvatore | $5,988,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Berkley Stephen M | $1,615,000 | Alliance Title Company | |
| Tefft Gaylor S | -- | -- | |
| Tefft Carol L | -- | Alliance Title Company | |
| Tefft Gaylord S | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Roccasalva Marco Salvatore | $3,892,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Tefft Carol L | $225,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2019 10/15/19 | Sold | $5,988,000 | -4.2% | $1,836 / Sq Ft |
| 09/05/2019 09/05/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/28/2019 08/28/19 | For Sale | $6,250,000 | -- | $1,916 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $74,643 | $6,548,748 | $5,127,010 | $1,421,738 |
| 2024 | $74,643 | $6,420,342 | $5,026,481 | $1,393,861 |
| 2023 | $73,697 | $6,294,454 | $4,927,923 | $1,366,531 |
| 2022 | $73,713 | $6,171,035 | $4,831,298 | $1,339,737 |
| 2021 | $73,751 | $6,050,035 | $4,736,567 | $1,313,468 |
| 2020 | $73,977 | $5,988,000 | $4,688,000 | $1,300,000 |
| 2019 | $16,329 | $1,248,426 | $536,708 | $711,718 |
| 2018 | $15,796 | $1,223,948 | $526,185 | $697,763 |
| 2017 | $15,262 | $1,199,950 | $515,868 | $684,082 |
| 2016 | $14,984 | $1,176,422 | $505,753 | $670,669 |
| 2015 | $14,775 | $1,158,752 | $498,157 | $660,595 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,136,054 | $488,399 | $647,655 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nicole Aron
-
Carol Carnevale
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Carol Carnevale
Compass
(650) 250-4517
7 Total Sales
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Shilpa Merchant
Compass
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81766328
APN: 167-27-044
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