NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5253 Ambleside Dr Concord, CA 94521

The Highlands Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,490,000 - $1,529,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,168 Sq Ft
$478/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 12, 2023

Last sale price $1,430,000 $451 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,698/month

46 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Views of Mount Diablo
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Mt. Diablo Elementary School Rated A-
  • Clubhouse
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of June 2023

Crystyl Ranch nestled in the beautiful rolling hills of Mount Diablo, resides this lovely and meticulously kept Mediterranean style home. Spectacular open living space with soaring ceilings and huge walls of windows. Chef's kitchen with custom cabinets and granite slab counters opening to family great room and fireplace. Formal living and dining room with one of three fireplaces in this exquisite home, overlooking the beautiful yards and views toward Mt. Diablo. Huge primary suite with sitting area and fireplace. Primary bath with jetted soaking tub, stall shower and walk-in closet. Patio deck off one of the upper bedrooms with panoramic views of Mt. Diablo. Gorgeous combination of engineered hardwood and tile flooring throughout. Professionally landscaped yards with pergola and slate patio. Short walk to community pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, play area, barbecue and picnic areas. Additional features include junior primary suite on entry level and spacious three-car garage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gary Torretta

Security Pacific Real Estate License #00918063 Listed on: 04/13/2023

Security Pacific Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Hayley Hagen

Twin Oaks Real Estate Inc License #02181946

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,014

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 8,756 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Terraced Lot
  • Sprinklers Throughout Yard
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $93 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Views of Mount Diablo
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gravity Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1213900333

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, management fee, reserves
  • Crystyl Ranch HOA, Phone Number (925) 283-4900
  • Crystal Ranch Subdivision
  • Greenbelt

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,014

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$93 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Subdivision Name: CRYSTAL RANCH
  • Directions: CYRSTYL RANCH TO AUTUMN OAK CIRCLE TO AMBLESIDE
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: No Additional Rooms, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: Other, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Mt Diablo
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side, Terraced Up, Other
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Off Street, Side Yard Access, Other, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Gravity, Forced Air, Zoned, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Greenbelt, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Other
  • Association Fee: 93
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: CRYSTYL RANCH HOA
  • Phone: 925-283-4900
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Management Fee, Reserves

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8756
  • Parcel Number: 1213900333
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 13, 2023
Closed on
Jun 8, 2023
Sold by
James M Hinch Revocable Trust
Bought by
Zhang Weidi and Huang Peili
Seller's Agent
Gary Torretta
Security Pacific Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Hayley Hagen
Twin Oaks Real Estate Inc
List Price
$1,560,000
Sold Price
$1,430,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$130,000
-8.33%
Views
89
Current Estimated Value
$1,514,267

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$84,267
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.56%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2022
Sold by
Hinch James M and Revoc Patricia
Bought by
James M Hinch Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2020
Sold by
Hinch James M and Hinch Patricia A
Bought by
Hinch James M and Hinch Patricia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,148,400
Interest Rate
2.32%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2004
Sold by
Hinch James M and Hinch Patricia A
Bought by
Hinch James M and Hinch Patricia A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2000
Sold by
West Coast Home Builders Inc
Bought by
Hinch James and Hinch Patricia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$551,250
Interest Rate
7.89%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
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
Zhang Weidi $1,430,000 Old Republic Title
James M Hinch Revocable Trust -- --
Hinch James M -- Fnc Title Of California
Hinch James M -- --
Hinch James $589,500 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hinch James M $1,148,400
Previous Owner Hinch James M $938,250
Previous Owner Hinch James M $938,250
Previous Owner Hinch James M $625,500
Previous Owner Hinch James $459,000
Previous Owner Hinch James $250,000
Previous Owner Hinch James M $188,945
Previous Owner Hinch James $190,000
Previous Owner Hinch James $551,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,430,000 -- --
06/12/2023 06/12/23 Sold $1,430,000 -1.3% $451 / Sq Ft
05/29/2023 05/29/23 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2023 05/19/23 Price Changed $1,449,000 -3.3% $457 / Sq Ft
05/03/2023 05/03/23 Price Changed $1,499,000 -3.9% $473 / Sq Ft
04/13/2023 04/13/23 For Sale $1,560,000 -- $492 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa 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 $17,014 $1,487,772 $728,280 $759,492
2024 $10,334 $1,458,600 $714,000 $744,600
2023 $10,334 $858,454 $362,074 $496,380
2022 $10,208 $841,623 $354,975 $486,648
2021 $9,967 $825,121 $348,015 $477,106
2019 $9,783 $800,649 $337,694 $462,955
2018 $9,417 $784,951 $331,073 $453,878
2017 $9,112 $769,561 $324,582 $444,979
2016 $8,880 $754,472 $318,218 $436,254
2015 $8,801 $743,141 $313,439 $429,702
2014 $8,668 $728,585 $307,300 $421,285
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gary Torretta

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Gary Torretta

    Security Pacific Real Estate

    (510) 508-5634

    1 in this area

    178 Total Sales

    Gary Torretta
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Hayley Hagen

    Twin Oaks Real Estate Inc

    (707) 673-3233

    1 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Hayley Hagen
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41024093

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 121-390-033-3

California Contra Costa County Concord 94521 The Highlands

5253 Ambleside Dr, Concord, CA

This home is located at 5253 Ambleside Dr, Concord, CA 94521 since 13 April 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,514,267, approximately $477 per square foot. This property was built in 2000. 5253 Ambleside Dr is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including Highlands Elementary School, Mt. Diablo Elementary School, and Pine Hollow Middle School.

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