Seller's Agent in 2022
Piper Loomis
Sotheby’s International Realty
(831) 402-2884
1 in this area
13 Total Sales
640 Martin St Monterey, CA 93940
Monterey Vista NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,197,000 - $1,324,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,100
Sq Ft
$599/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Two Primary Bedrooms
- Craftsman Architecture
- Deck
- Monterey High School Rated A
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Forest View
About This Home
As of February 2022This private and secluded home is situated above a gentle meadow where deer frequently visit the unfenced backyard. Five fellow homeowners are your only neighbors. The property is of both architectural and historic note. You will enjoy the pleasing and satisfying design of the house and the grounds and feel proud to call them your own. It is an excellent home for entertaining with a wet bar off the living room and a dining area that opens onto a beautiful deck. The windows are handsomely framed in original solid wood trim and are situated so as to put you in nature - there is even a glimpse of the bay from upstairs. It boasts a stunning Primary Bedroom and bath with two walk-in closets and a private sun deck, an additional elegant, ensuite bedroom and a study/guest/bedroom three as well. You will be in the center of everything the stunning Monterey Peninsula has to offer with a convenient walk-to-town location. Please arrange to visit this home soon.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sotheby’s International Realty License #01867933 Listed on: 12/16/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 1981
Lot Details
- 3,093 Sq Ft Lot
- Secluded Lot
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Grass Covered Lot
- Zero Lot Line
HOA Fees
- $320 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Guest Parking
Property Views
- Forest
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,100 Sq Ft Home
- Wet Bar
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Double Master Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Low Flow Toliet
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer and Dryer
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- Association fees include common area electricity, exterior painting, insurance - common area, insurance - structure, maintenance - common area, reserves
- Mira Bella Oaks Pud Association
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 16, 2021
Closed on
Jan 13, 2022
Sold by
Jan K Black Trust and Murtha Brian T
Bought by
Murphy Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Piper Loomis
Sotheby’s International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Melcher
Sotheby’s International Realty
List Price
$1,448,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$98,000
-6.77%
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
-$91,851
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.70%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Outstanding Balance
$621,985
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$636,164
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2021
Sold by
Black Jan K
Bought by
Black Jan K and The Jan K Black Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 13, 2009
Sold by
Needler Martin C and Black Jan K
Bought by
Needler Martin C and Black Jan K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$483,000
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2005
Sold by
Finklang Thomas E and Gurpinar Ozler
Bought by
Needler Martin C and Needler Jan Knippers Black
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
5.61%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 1, 1999
Sold by
Finklang Thomas E
Bought by
Finklang Thomas E and Finklang Ozler
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 3, 1998
Sold by
Finklang Thomas E
Bought by
Finklang Thomas E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 1998
Sold by
Roberts Fred L and Roberts Margaret V
Bought by
Finklang Thomas E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$309,300
Interest Rate
7.17%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murphy Jennifer | $1,350,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Black Jan K | -- | None Available | |
| Needler Martin C | -- | Servicelink | |
| Needler Martin C | $954,545 | Stewart Title | |
| Finklang Thomas E | -- | -- | |
| Finklang Thomas E | -- | -- | |
| Finklang Thomas E | $412,500 | Stewart Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Murphy Jennifer | $675,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Needler Martin C | $483,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Needler Martin C | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Finklang Thomas E | $309,300 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/16/2022 02/16/22 | Sold | $1,350,000 | -6.8% | $643 / Sq Ft |
| 12/22/2021 12/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/16/2021 12/16/21 | For Sale | $1,448,000 | -- | $690 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
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 | $15,126 | $1,432,630 | $689,785 | $742,845 |
| 2024 | $15,126 | $1,404,540 | $676,260 | $728,280 |
| 2023 | $14,882 | $1,377,000 | $663,000 | $714,000 |
| 2022 | $10,437 | $1,350,000 | $650,000 | $700,000 |
| 2021 | $8,697 | $796,000 | $458,000 | $338,000 |
| 2020 | $8,231 | $775,000 | $446,000 | $329,000 |
| 2019 | $8,061 | $709,000 | $408,000 | $301,000 |
| 2018 | $8,458 | $760,000 | $438,000 | $322,000 |
| 2017 | $7,346 | $699,000 | $403,000 | $296,000 |
| 2016 | $7,336 | $697,000 | $401,000 | $296,000 |
| 2015 | $7,140 | $678,000 | $390,000 | $288,000 |
| 2014 | $6,354 | $602,000 | $347,000 | $255,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Piper Loomis
-
Ryan Melcher
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Ryan Melcher
Sotheby’s International Realty
(831) 521-5024
1 in this area
64 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81872675
APN: 001-492-005-000
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