NOT LISTED FOR SALE

526 Thistle Cir Martinez, CA 94553

Alhambra Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $503,415 - $600,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
913 Sq Ft
$587/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 20, 2022

Last sale price $615,000 $674 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,631 / mo

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Clubhouse
  • Stone Countertops
  • Valhalla Elementary School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of May 2022

Move right into this beautifully updated townhome with no rear neighbors and inspiring hillside views! Enjoy relaxing and entertaining in the light and bright living room with its cozy brick fireplace. Spacious, modern kitchen with timeless upgrades and adjacent dining nook overlooking the outdoor oasis beyond. Luxurious primary retreat with abundant closet space and Jack & Jill ensuite bath. Secondary bedroom with scenic hillside views. The backyard patio is ideal for grilling, relaxing, pets and gardening. Indoor laundry, two car garage and lots of additional storage including under house storage. Conveniently located on the Pleasant Hill border, in desirable Heather Hills with a community pool, clubhouse, playground and low HOAs. Top-rated Mt Diablo views including Valhalla Elementary school.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Wucher

Christie's Intl Re Sereno License #01878323 Listed on: 04/26/2022

Christie's Intl Re Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Diane Rusca

Christie's Intl Re Sereno License #01935271

Christie's Intl Re Sereno

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 2,080 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence

HOA Fees

  • $280 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry closet

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Additional Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 154604013

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, water/sewer
  • 109 Units
  • Heather Hills HOA, Phone Number (925) 937-1011
  • Heather Hills Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

2,080 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$280 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Subdivision Name: HEATHER HILLS
  • Directions: Alhambra Ave to Wildcroft Dr to Thistle
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Building Name: Heather Hills
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story, One
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Free-Standing Range
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: No Additional Rooms, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Lot Features: Regular
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Playground, Pool
  • Association Fee: 280
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: HEATHER HILLS HOA
  • Phone: 925-937-1011
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Water/Sewer

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Not Listed

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2080
  • Parcel Number: 154604013
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 109

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$536,104

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$77,000
Outstanding Balance
$70,666
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$465,438

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2022
Closed on
May 13, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Laura Wucher
Christie's Intl Re Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Diane Rusca
Christie's Intl Re Sereno
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$615,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
2.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.33%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
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$615,000 Chicago Title
-- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $77,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $615,000 -- --
05/20/2022 05/20/22 Sold $615,000 +2.7% $674 / Sq Ft
05/05/2022 05/05/22 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2022 04/26/22 For Sale $599,000 -- $656 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $5,500 $412,976 $245,496 $167,480
2024 $5,375 $404,880 $240,683 $164,197
2023 $5,273 $396,942 $235,964 $160,978
2022 $3,367 $225,350 $79,041 $146,309
2021 $3,222 $220,933 $77,492 $143,441
2019 $3,103 $214,383 $75,195 $139,188
2018 $3,020 $210,180 $73,721 $136,459
2017 $2,912 $206,060 $72,276 $133,784
2016 $2,825 $202,020 $70,859 $131,161
2015 $2,784 $198,986 $69,795 $129,191
2014 $2,728 $195,089 $68,428 $126,661
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Laura Wucher

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Laura Wucher

    Sereno Group

    (925) 595-8047

    69 in this area

    180 Total Sales

    Laura Wucher
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  • Diane Rusca

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Diane Rusca

    Sereno Group

    (925) 765-8118

    7 in this area

    40 Total Sales

    Diane Rusca
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40990430

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 154-604-013-8

California Contra Costa County Martinez 94553 Alhambra Hills

526 Thistle Cir, Martinez, CA

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