NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $629,000 - $681,684

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,584 Sq Ft
$414/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 16, 2024

Last sale price $630,000 $398 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,458/month

87 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Private Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Valhalla Elementary School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage

About This Home

As of September 2024

Welcome to your new home in the highly sought-after Virginia Hills neighborhood! This Martinez townhome features three spacious bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. The primary suite is a true retreat w/vaulted ceilings, two generously sized closets complete w/custom organizers, and an abundance of natural light. The living room offers a gas fireplace, perfect for cold winter nights. The spacious eat-in kitchen is equipped w/ample storage and counter space. Step outside to your private oasis—the charming backyard offers beautiful shade w/a pergola, deck, and porch swing that's perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The home is equipped w/a Whole House Fan, making cooling your home more efficient. The attached garage leads to a full-size laundry room, making chores a breeze. Additional storage solutions include a large under-staircase closet, ensuring everything has its place. Enjoy the community pool in this peaceful setting, plus a secret walkway to the Safeway shopping center. This townhome is more than just a house; it's a place you'll love to call home. Central location-close to Briones Regional Park, Paso Nogal Dog Park, 10 min or less to Lafayette BART, 24/680/4 freeways, parks, shopping, restaurants & schools. Borders Pleasant Hill & Lafayette. PLEASANT HILL SCHOOLS.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lindsey Little

Keller Williams Realty License #01869987 Listed on: 05/30/2024

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Karen Guarisco

Dudum Real Estate Group License #01308636

Dudum Real Estate Group

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,799

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 1,872 Sq Ft Lot
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Wood Fence
  • Back Yard

HOA Fees

  • $535 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Carport

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool

Utilities

  • Whole House Fan
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1645000231

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, management fee, reserves
  • 28 Units
  • Donegal Place HOA, Phone Number (925) 283-4900
  • Virginia Hills Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,799

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$535 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Subdivision Name: VIRGINIA HILLS
  • Directions: Alhambra Ave/Devon Ave/Donegal Way
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Building Name: Donegal Place
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Other
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Breakfast Bar, Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Tile, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Lot Features: Other, Dead End, Private
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Low Maintenance
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Garage, Int Access From Garage, Guest

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Utilities: All Public Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Pool
  • Association Fee: 535
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: DONEGAL PLACE HOA
  • Phone: 925-283-4900
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Mount Diablo (925) 682-8000

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1872
  • Parcel Number: 1645000231
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 28

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 30, 2024
Closed on
Sep 4, 2024
Sold by
Geoffrey L Thorpe Trust and Thorpe Geoffrey Lawton
Bought by
Dresdow Parker David and Dresdow Sarah Anne
Seller's Agent
Lindsey Little
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Karen Guarisco
Dudum Real Estate Group
List Price
$634,000
Sold Price
$630,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.63%
Views
129
Current Estimated Value
$655,921

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$25,921
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.70%
Original Mortgage
$504,000
Outstanding Balance
$498,608
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$157,313

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2017
Sold by
Thorpe Geoffrey L
Bought by
Thorpe Geoffrey Lawton

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2010
Sold by
Gillen Daniel D
Bought by
Thorpe Geoffrey L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$343,660
Interest Rate
4.97%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 2006
Sold by
Stephen Karen V
Bought by
Gillen Daniel D and Gillen Kerry F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$390,400
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2005
Sold by
Stephen Karen V
Bought by
Stephen Karen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2003
Sold by
Mezzapelle Cheri E
Bought by
Stephen Karen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$312,000
Interest Rate
5.89%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 1997
Sold by
Espil Nancy R
Bought by
Mezzapelle Cheri E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,400
Interest Rate
7.58%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Dresdow Parker David $630,000 Old Republic Title
Thorpe Geoffrey Lawton -- None Available
Thorpe Geoffrey L $350,000 First American Title Company
Gillen Daniel D $488,000 Old Republic Title Company
Stephen Karen -- --
Stephen Karen $390,000 North American Title
Mezzapelle Cheri E $161,500 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Dresdow Parker David $504,000
Previous Owner Thorpe Geoffrey L $343,660
Previous Owner Gillen Daniel D $390,400
Previous Owner Stephen Karen $312,000
Previous Owner Mezzapelle Cheri E $153,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $630,000 -- --
09/16/2024 09/16/24 Sold $630,000 +0.8% $398 / Sq Ft
08/25/2024 08/25/24 Pending -- -- --
08/09/2024 08/09/24 Price Changed $625,000 -1.4% $395 / Sq Ft
06/26/2024 06/26/24 Price Changed $634,000 0.0% $400 / Sq Ft
06/26/2024 06/26/24 For Sale $634,000 -2.5% $400 / Sq Ft
06/22/2024 06/22/24 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2024 05/30/24 For Sale $650,000 -- $410 / 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 $5,799 $630,000 $280,000 $350,000
2024 $5,690 $442,918 $179,381 $263,537
2023 $5,690 $434,234 $175,864 $258,370
2022 $5,641 $425,720 $172,416 $253,304
2021 $5,465 $417,374 $169,036 $248,338
2019 $5,295 $404,996 $164,023 $240,973
2018 $5,166 $397,056 $160,807 $236,249
2017 $4,996 $389,271 $157,654 $231,617
2016 $4,865 $381,639 $154,563 $227,076
2015 $4,816 $375,908 $152,242 $223,666
2014 $4,740 $368,545 $149,260 $219,285
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41061447

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 164-500-023-1