NOT LISTED FOR SALE

525 Walnut Ave Bakersfield, CA 93305

College Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $406,000 - $450,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,792 Sq Ft
$238/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 12, 2019

Last sale price $335,000 $187 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,738 / mo

8 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2019

Welcome to the beautiful Hills of La Cresta! This home has everything you've ever dreamed of +plus a 5 car shop! Located on a large, quiet corner lot w/ extra space for parking & a yard perfect for entertaining. The fully landscaped, fully fenced property offers a subtle privacy wall between you and your neighbors. Previous owners spent over $150k in upgrades making the home energy efficient & aesthetically pleasing, while still maintaining the original character from the 1940s. Updated plumbing, electrical, newer stucco, HVAC unit, upgraded kitchen, master bathroom- the list goes on! Home is meticulously maintained featuring 2 living areas & a den. Kitchen- stainless steal appliances, farm sink, granite countertops, breakfast nook, & plenty of cabinets. Shop- 15' ceiling. Fully insulated with 18'x14' and 9'x14' doors. Wired for 220. 10,000 lb 2 post rotary hoist. & loft. Exterior & Yard- 18-station sprinkler system, stamped concrete, 2 covered porch patios, & a built in gas fire pit.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amber Ranger

Watson Realty License #01722460 Listed on: 06/03/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Jacob Miller

Miramar Realty License #01458517

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 12,958 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,792 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Schools

  • Nichols Elementary School
  • Chipman Middle School
  • Highland School

Community Details

  • Alta Vista/ Skyline Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 12325005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0.3 Acres

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Solar Owned Leased: None
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2975
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Basement Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Living Area: 1792.00

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Disclosures: None of the Above
  • Pool Features: None

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: 4 + Car Garage

Utilities

  • Heatcool: Central AC,Central Heat

Association/Amenities

  • Site Amenities: Corner

Schools

  • High School: Highland
  • Middle Or Junior School: Chipman

Lot Info

  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12958.00
  • Parcel #: 12325005

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Nichols, Col.H.

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$426,158

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$358,050
Outstanding Balance
$319,336
Interest Rate
2.67%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$106,822

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2019
Closed on
Jun 29, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Amber Ranger
Watson Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jacob Miller
Miramar Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$335,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-4.29%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2018
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2013
Closed on
Sep 10, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Shay Brandon Burke
Unknown Broker
Buyer's Agent
Shay Brandon Burke
Unknown Broker
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$295,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-15.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.94%
Original Mortgage
$252,000
Interest Rate
4.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$350,000 Ticor Title Company
$332,500 Ticor Title Company
-- None Available
$295,500 Ticor Title Company Of Ca
-- None Available
$285,000 Fidelity Title
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $358,050
Previous Owner $252,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/12/2019 07/12/19 Sold $335,000 -4.3% $187 / Sq Ft
06/12/2019 06/12/19 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2019 06/03/19 For Sale $350,000 +18.6% $195 / Sq Ft
10/09/2013 10/09/13 Sold $295,000 -15.7% $165 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/09/2013 09/09/13 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2013 08/08/13 For Sale $350,000 -- $195 / Sq Ft
Source: Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

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
2025 $5,291 $378,849 $81,181 $297,668
2024 $5,172 $371,422 $79,590 $291,832
2023 $5,172 $364,140 $78,030 $286,110
2022 $5,039 $357,000 $76,500 $280,500
2021 $4,771 $338,470 $75,777 $262,693
2020 $4,729 $335,000 $75,000 $260,000
2019 $4,480 $331,219 $56,042 $275,177
2018 $4,363 $318,360 $53,867 $264,493
2017 $4,333 $312,118 $52,811 $259,307
2016 $3,841 $305,999 $51,776 $254,223
2015 $3,835 $301,404 $50,999 $250,405
2014 $3,715 $295,500 $50,000 $245,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Amber Ranger

    Watson Realty

    (661) 703-4482

    4 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Amber Ranger
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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Jacob Miller

    Miramar Realty

    (661) 619-7348

    6 in this area

    57 Total Sales

    Jacob Miller
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  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Shay Brandon Burke

    Unknown Broker

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Map

Source: Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

MLS Number: 21906556

Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

APN: 123-250-05-00-4

California Kern County Bakersfield 93305 College Heights

525 Walnut Ave, Bakersfield, CA

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