Meghan Diehl
Keller Williams Realty
(925) 940-7309
37 Total Sales
1 in Martinez
$400,000 Price
649 Palm Ave Martinez, CA 94553
Martinez AreaEstimated Value: $650,000 - $685,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,052
Sq Ft
$640/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Stone Countertops
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- 4-minute walk to Mountain View Park
About This Home
As of December 2022With a nod to its mid-century roots, this single-story bungalow maintains its character w/ original hardwood flooring & modernized updates. Recessed lighting, new interior paint, new doors & hardware, coffered ceilings & fixtures, central heat & air, newer windows, new luxury vinyl tile flooring in kitchen & bathrooms, new carpeting & 5” baseboards! Even in 1951 the light-filled floor plan was open concept w/ overlapping spaces for entertainment & everyday living. The spacious kitchen offers Quartz countertops, dishwasher, fantastic 5-burner gas range & room for dining table/mobile island, or both! 3 spacious bedrooms...primary features new vanity & sparkling resurfaced tub/shower, custom closet & direct access to the backyard. The hall bath w/ shower & new vanity, additional storage shelves & updated flooring. An expansive wrap-around deck allows enjoyment of the outdoor spaces & access to the level, fully fenced backyard w/ mature trees, room for garden & a game on your sport court! One-car garage w/ interior access & an enlarged driveway apron for 2 additional vehicles. Large detached storage building left of primary suite for more uses! More to love!!!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Christie's Intl Re Sereno License #01192353 Listed on: 11/11/2022
Last Buyer's Agent
Jacob Murray
Redfin License #02088483
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 6,095 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Dining Area
- Crawl Space
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Bungalow
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 376072015
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 11, 2022
Closed on
Dec 2, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Pam Volkmann
Christie's Intl Re Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Jacob Murray
Redfin
List Price
$639,950
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,050
1.57%
Views
6
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
$23,622
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.97%
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Outstanding Balance
$499,532
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$174,090
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$363,834
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 29, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
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
4.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 19, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
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
4.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 18, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 24, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 4, 2001
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 27, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 22, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Martinez, CA
-
Meghan Diehl
-
Mysti Matthews
Mysti Matthews
Winning Results Realty
(925) 326-2954
58 Total Sales
2 in Martinez
$640K - $895K Price Range
-
Ben Olsen
Ben Olsen
Brightwork Realty Advocates
(925) 940-8628
126 Total Sales
1 in Martinez
$610,000 Price
-
Christopher Curtis
Christopher Curtis
Bhhs Drysdale Properties
(925) 940-3110
41 Total Sales
2 in Martinez
$730K - $1.2M Price Range
-
Cielo Fuentes
Cielo Fuentes
Keenan Howard Realty, Inc.
(341) 999-5011
70 Total Sales
1 in Martinez
$790,000 Price
-
Chuck Barberini
Chuck Barberini
Century21 Masters
(925) 396-7308
46 Total Sales
2 in Martinez
$595K - $650K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $650,000 | Placer Title | ||
| -- | North American Title Co Inc | ||
| -- | Alliance Title Company | ||
| $390,000 | Financial Title | ||
| -- | Financial Title | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $281,500 | North American Title Co | ||
| $65,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $520,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $349,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $363,834 | ||
| Previous Owner | $119,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $123,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $115,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $312,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $162,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $650,000 | -- | -- |
| 12/12/2022 12/12/22 | Sold | $650,000 | +1.6% | $618 / Sq Ft |
| 11/16/2022 11/16/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/11/2022 11/11/22 | For Sale | $639,950 | -- | $608 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $9,071 | $689,784 | $562,440 | $127,344 |
| 2025 | $9,071 | $676,260 | $551,412 | $124,848 |
| 2024 | $8,478 | $663,000 | $540,600 | $122,400 |
| 2023 | $8,478 | $650,000 | $530,000 | $120,000 |
| 2022 | $7,035 | $522,501 | $361,735 | $160,766 |
| 2021 | $6,572 | $491,500 | $340,273 | $151,227 |
| 2019 | $6,179 | $465,000 | $321,926 | $143,074 |
| 2018 | $5,403 | $404,500 | $280,041 | $124,459 |
| 2017 | $5,295 | $393,500 | $272,425 | $121,075 |
| 2016 | $4,634 | $365,500 | $253,040 | $112,460 |
| 2015 | $4,530 | $354,000 | $245,079 | $108,921 |
| 2014 | $3,731 | $282,000 | $195,232 | $86,768 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Pam Volkmann
Seller's Agent in 2022
Pam Volkmann
Sereno Group
(925) 980-6588
32 Total Sales
-
Jacob Murray
J
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Jacob Murray
Redfin
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41013988
APN: 376-072-015-5
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