638 S 5th St San Jose, CA 95112
Sun NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,125,000 - $1,549,079
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,099
Sq Ft
$643/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- High Ceiling
- Formal Dining Room
- Spanish Architecture
- Granite Countertops
- 3-minute walk to O'Donnell Garden Park
About This Home
As of December 2016This is a great property for that has kept its original charm with high ceilings, wood floors, and gorgeous wood molding throughout. The main 3/2 house is spacious and beautiful, but what is fantastic about this property is the amazing 1750+ sq ft walk-out basement and the attached studio rental unit with its own kitchen, bath, and entrance! Situated 3 blocks from SJSU and downtown. This is one special property that won't last long, make an appointment to see it today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Richelle Maxwell
Arrivva, Inc. License #01974964 Listed on: 10/11/2016
Last Buyer's Agent
Fred Glick
ARRIVVA, Inc. License #01507615
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,198
Year Built
- Built in 1916
Lot Details
- 6,360 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Back Yard Fenced
- Zoning described as RM
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,099 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Separate Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Washer and Dryer
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Wall Furnace
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 472-25-063
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 2, 2021
Sold by
Tsui Ka Kit and Ng Lai Yee
Bought by
Tsui Kakit and Tsui Tak Cheong
Total Days on Market
13
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$588,000
Outstanding Balance
$529,828
Interest Rate
2.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$737,930
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 11, 2016
Closed on
Dec 6, 2016
Sold by
Avila Armando
Bought by
Tsui Ka Kit and Ng Lai Yee
Seller's Agent
Richelle Maxwell
Arrivva, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Fred Glick
ARRIVVA, Inc.
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
1.94%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.73%
Original Mortgage
$625,000
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 11, 2016
Closed on
Dec 1, 2016
Sold by
Chiu Sau Lan
Bought by
Tsui Tak Cheong
Seller's Agent
Richelle Maxwell
Arrivva, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Fred Glick
ARRIVVA, Inc.
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
1.94%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$625,000
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 2005
Sold by
Avila Eva A
Bought by
Avila Armando
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
5.92%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2005
Sold by
Brandt Mark Leonard and Brandt Wendy Ann
Bought by
Brandt Mark Leonard
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
5.92%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 16, 2004
Sold by
Brandt Mark L and Brandt Wendy A
Bought by
Avila Armando
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$496,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 24, 1998
Sold by
Brandt Gloria A and Brandt Michael A
Bought by
Brandt Mark L and Brandt Wendy A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.91%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tsui Kakit | -- | First American Title | |
| Tsui Ka Kit | $790,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Tsui Tak Cheong | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Avila Armando | -- | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Brandt Mark Leonard | -- | -- | |
| Avila Armando | $620,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Brandt Mark L | $250,000 | American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Tsui Tak Cheong | $588,000 | |
| Closed | Tsui Ka Kit | $625,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Avila Armando | $108,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Avila Armando | $576,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Avila Armando | $22,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Avila Armando | $496,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brandt Mark L | $319,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brandt Mark L | $262,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brandt Mark L | $80,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brandt Mark L | $200,000 | |
| Closed | Avila Armando | $93,000 | |
| Closed | Avila Armando | $581,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2016 12/09/16 | Sold | $790,000 | +1.9% | $376 / Sq Ft |
| 10/25/2016 10/25/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/11/2016 10/11/16 | For Sale | $775,000 | -- | $369 / 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 | $16,198 | $898,878 | $629,216 | $269,662 |
| 2023 | $16,198 | $881,254 | $616,879 | $264,375 |
| 2022 | $16,246 | $863,976 | $604,784 | $259,192 |
| 2021 | $14,943 | $847,036 | $592,926 | $254,110 |
| 2020 | $14,349 | $838,352 | $586,847 | $251,505 |
| 2019 | $14,062 | $821,915 | $575,341 | $246,574 |
| 2018 | $12,128 | $805,800 | $564,060 | $241,740 |
| 2017 | $12,527 | $790,000 | $553,000 | $237,000 |
| 2016 | $11,279 | $730,040 | $412,119 | $317,921 |
| 2015 | $11,163 | $719,075 | $405,929 | $313,146 |
| 2014 | $11,064 | $646,800 | $365,100 | $281,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
R
Seller's Agent in 2016
Richelle Maxwell
Arrivva, Inc.
-
F
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Fred Glick
ARRIVVA, Inc.
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81628107
APN: 472-25-063
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