Seller's Agent in 2020
Lily Campbell
First Team Real Estate
(714) 593-6089
707 Total Sales
640 Alberta St Altadena, CA 91001
Estimated Value: $616,000 - $1,023,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,301
Sq Ft
$656/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Attached Guest House
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
- Updated Kitchen
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Granite Countertops
About This Home
As of August 2020Absolutely Charming Expanded Single Story Home with a Lot More Living Space than Shown due to Non-Conforming Tiled Enclosed Patio Room with Vaulted Open Beam Ceiling, Bathroom off Enclosed Patio, Laundry Room, and Added "Granny" Bedroom & Bathroom with Separate Entry off Backyard. This home Boasts Newer Central A/C, Hardwood & Tile Flooring, Raised Panel Interior Doors, Ceiling Fans, Some Newer Windows, Remodeled Main Bathroom w/Granite Countertop & Tub/Shower Combo w/Designer Tile Surround & Shampoo Niche, and a Huge Completely Remodeled Kitchen that Includes Granite Countertops, Tile Flooring, Stainless Sink & Appliances (Gas Range, Microwave, Dishwasher) & Beautiful Custom Self-Closing Cabinetry w/Hidden Recycle Trash, Lazy Susan, Drawers, & Several Pantries w/Pull-Outs. It Features a Large Grassy Front Yard, Welcoming Front Porch with Views of the San Gabriel Mountains. The Lovely Living Room has Brick Fireplace with Mantle and Adjacent Formal Dining Area. The Huge Wrap-Around Backyard with Brick-Accented Patio is Perfect for Large Family Gatherings and Major BBQ Entertaining Under the Shade of a Mature Tree. This Outstanding Home is Situated on a 7,257 Sq Ft Interior Corner Lot in a Great Neighborhood Close to Trendy Coffee Houses, Restaurants, Old Town Pasadena, the Metro Gold Line, Hiking Trails, and Short Drive to Rose Bowl, JPL, NASA & Cal Tech, Plus Easy Access to Freeways and Only 14 Mile Commute to Downtown LA.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
First Team Real Estate License #01229782 Listed on: 05/21/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
Richard Jerez
Jerez Real Estate License #00992228
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1947 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 7,257 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Fence is in good condition
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Private Yard
- Lawn
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned LCR17500*
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Available
- Side Facing Garage
- Single Garage Door
- Driveway Level
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Additions or Alterations
- Cosmetic Repairs Needed
- Raised Foundation
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,301 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- French Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
- Utility Sink
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Main Level Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Open Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Wrap Around Porch
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
- Central Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Attached Guest House
- Suburban Location
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 42
- Tax Tract Number 14244
- Assessor Parcel Number 5827010029
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 2, 2020
Sold by
Ploehn Steven C and Ploehn Patricia S
Bought by
Schaefer Ken and Harty Christen E
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
$554,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 15, 2013
Sold by
Ploehn Stephen and Ploehn Patricia
Bought by
Ploehn Steven S and Ploehn Patricia S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 11, 2013
Sold by
Silva Valentina
Bought by
Ploehn Steve and Ploehn Trish
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 24, 2004
Sold by
Sanchez Josefina and Silva Valentina
Bought by
Silva Valentina
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 1994
Sold by
Sanchez Josefina
Bought by
Sanchez Josefina and Sanchez Valentina
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,600
Interest Rate
8.65%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 9, 1994
Sold by
Takahashi Michino
Bought by
Sanchez Josefina and Sanchez Valentina
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,600
Interest Rate
8.65%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 22, 1994
Sold by
Takahashi Wataru and Takahashi Yanako
Bought by
Takahashi Michino
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schaefer Ken | $692,500 | Ticor Ttl Orange Cnty Branch | |
| Ploehn Steven S | -- | None Available | |
| Ploehn Steve | $317,000 | None Available | |
| Silva Valentina | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Silva Valentina | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Sanchez Josefina | -- | -- | |
| Sanchez Josefina | $148,000 | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Takahashi Michino | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Schaefer Ken | $554,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sanchez Josefina | $140,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/03/2020 08/03/20 | Sold | $692,500 | +6.7% | $532 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2020 05/29/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2020 05/29/20 | For Sale | $649,000 | -6.3% | $499 / Sq Ft |
| 05/27/2020 05/27/20 | Off Market | $692,500 | -- | -- |
| 05/21/2020 05/21/20 | For Sale | $649,000 | -- | $499 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,649 | $749,040 | $599,233 | $149,807 |
| 2024 | $8,649 | $734,354 | $587,484 | $146,870 |
| 2023 | $8,571 | $719,956 | $575,965 | $143,991 |
| 2022 | $8,275 | $705,840 | $564,672 | $141,168 |
| 2021 | $7,878 | $692,000 | $553,600 | $138,400 |
| 2020 | $4,256 | $356,929 | $285,546 | $71,383 |
| 2019 | $4,261 | $349,932 | $279,948 | $69,984 |
| 2018 | $4,268 | $343,071 | $274,459 | $68,612 |
| 2016 | $4,131 | $329,751 | $263,802 | $65,949 |
| 2015 | $4,087 | $324,799 | $259,840 | $64,959 |
| 2014 | $4,012 | $318,438 | $254,751 | $63,687 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Lily Campbell
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R
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Richard Jerez
Jerez Real Estate
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC20092346
APN: 5827-010-029
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