544 S 8th St San Jose, CA 95112
Sun NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $986,000 - $1,236,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,292
Sq Ft
$892/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 1-Story Property
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Separate Family Room
- 4-minute walk to O'Donnell Garden Park
About This Home
As of February 2019Lovely and updated craftsman style home in the heart of downtown San Jose! High coffered ceilings, gorgeous bay windows in every bedroom, bamboo flooring in living areas, and an updated kitchen make this a great home for someone looking for an urban setting in the heart of Silicon Valley. A deep lot provides lots of room for entertaining and gardening as well as space for extra parking. The home is close to major freeways 280, 87, and 101 and is within walking distance to San Jose State University. The home is also a short 1.8 miles to the Diridon Cal-Train Station which is the proposed site of the new 6-8 Million SqFt Google Village and Bart Station.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Ian Batra
KW Bay Area Estates License #01908801 Listed on: 01/10/2019
Co-Listed By
Andrew Nguyen
KW Bay Area Estates License #01955118
Last Buyer's Agent
Zaharra Wong
KW Bay Area Estates License #02005990
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,586
Year Built
- Built in 1906
Lot Details
- 6,299 Sq Ft Lot
- Zoning described as RM
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,292 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Separate Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 472-28-085
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 10, 2019
Closed on
Jan 31, 2019
Sold by
Pongpaet Pakorn and Pongpaet Kimberly Ann
Bought by
Smitha Rai Sachin K and Smitha Shyam
Seller's Agent
Ian Batra
KW Bay Area Estates
Buyer's Agent
Zaharra Wong
KW Bay Area Estates
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$905,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
6.47%
Total Days on Market
7
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
$247,498
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.06%
Original Mortgage
$678,750
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 5, 2016
Closed on
Mar 7, 2016
Sold by
Taylor Brian and Taylor Marika
Bought by
Pongpaet Pakorn and Pongpaet Kimberly Ann
Seller's Agent
Michael Ramos
Corcoran Icon Properties
Buyer's Agent
Michael Ramos
Corcoran Icon Properties
List Price
$669,888
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,112
11.96%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.04%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 15, 2014
Sold by
Taylor Brian K and Taylor Marika
Bought by
The Taylor Family 2011 Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$430,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 9, 2011
Sold by
Taylor Brian K and Taylor Marika
Bought by
Taylor Brian and Taylor Marika
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2010
Sold by
Williams Keith and Williams Megan
Bought by
Taylor Brian and Taylor Marika
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$453,887
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 29, 2009
Sold by
Ellington William
Bought by
Williams Megan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 24, 2000
Sold by
Carlson Garrett R and Carlson Carol
Bought by
Williams Keith and Williams Megan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 1997
Sold by
Carlson Garrett R
Bought by
Carlson Garrett R and Carlson Carol
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
7.49%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smitha Rai Sachin K | $905,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Pongpaet Pakorn | $750,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| The Taylor Family 2011 Trust | -- | North American Title Company | |
| Taylor Brian K | -- | North American Title Company | |
| Taylor Brian | -- | None Available | |
| Taylor Brian | $460,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Williams Megan | -- | None Available | |
| Williams Keith | $325,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Carlson Garrett R | -- | Northwestern Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Rai Sachin K | $656,936 | |
| Closed | Smitha Rai Sachin K | $678,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Pongpaet Pakorn | $600,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Taylor Brian K | $430,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Taylor Brian | $453,887 | |
| Previous Owner | Williams Keith | $120,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Williams Keith | $255,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Williams Keith | $260,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Carlson Garret R | $25,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Carlson Garrett R | $60,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/08/2019 02/08/19 | Sold | $905,000 | +6.5% | $700 / Sq Ft |
| 01/18/2019 01/18/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/10/2019 01/10/19 | For Sale | $850,000 | +13.3% | $658 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2016 05/05/16 | Sold | $750,000 | +12.0% | $580 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2016 05/05/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2016 05/05/16 | For Sale | $669,888 | -- | $518 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,586 | $989,745 | $692,823 | $296,922 |
| 2023 | $12,045 | $860,000 | $602,000 | $258,000 |
| 2022 | $13,185 | $951,314 | $665,921 | $285,393 |
| 2021 | $12,211 | $875,000 | $612,500 | $262,500 |
| 2020 | $11,948 | $873,000 | $611,100 | $261,900 |
| 2019 | $10,966 | $795,905 | $557,134 | $238,771 |
| 2018 | $10,840 | $780,300 | $546,210 | $234,090 |
| 2017 | $10,933 | $765,000 | $535,500 | $229,500 |
| 2016 | $7,489 | $497,835 | $348,485 | $149,350 |
| 2015 | $7,052 | $490,358 | $343,251 | $147,107 |
| 2014 | $6,612 | $480,754 | $336,528 | $144,226 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2019
Ian Batra
KW Bay Area Estates
(408) 417-0776
54 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Andrew Nguyen
KW Bay Area Estates
(408) 316-6425
20 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Zaharra Wong
KW Bay Area Estates
(408) 616-0255
37 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
Michael Ramos
Corcoran Icon Properties
(408) 807-4673
2 in this area
275 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81734894
APN: 472-28-085
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