NOT LISTED FOR SALE

677 Center Ave Martinez, CA 94553

Alhambra Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $422,000 - $430,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
890 Sq Ft
$442/ mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 31, 2020

Last sale price $385,000 $433 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,264/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Community Pool
  • John Swett Elementary School Rated A-
  • Stone Countertops
  • Cooling Available

About This Home

As of March 2020

Desirable ground level condo in central Martinez location! Two bedrooms, 1 full bath with nice layout. Recently updated kitchen with granite counters, tile floor and stainless appliances. Cozy living area looking out to patio with gas fireplace. Newer laminate plank flooring throughout living/dining area and hallway. Tile entry hall. Nice size bedrooms with brand new carpet and window coverings. Updated bath with double vanity and full size tub. Lovely, covered back patio area with additional storage and close to pool! Central heat & air with newer AC unit. New washer and dryer. Dedicated covered parking. Community pool and spa nestled in the middle of the complex surrounded by lawn area and beautiful redwoods. Super convenient location close to highways, schools, etc. Walk to shops, theater and restaurants! Open Sunday 2-4

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jessie Farr

Cole Real Estate License #01737249 Listed on: 03/05/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Pete Kerston

The Property Network License #00621929

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

HOA Fees

  • $442 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1625400674

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, management fee, trash, water/sewer
  • Miramonte Association, Phone Number (925) 932-7100
  • Muirwood Subdivision
  • Greenbelt

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$442 per month

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Muirwood
  • Directions: Hwy 4 to Center Ave.
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer, In Unit
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Greenbelt, Pool
  • Association Fee: 442
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: MIRAMONTE
  • Phone: 925-932-7100
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Exterior Maintenance, Management Fee, Trash, Water/Sewer

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1625400674

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2020
Closed on
Mar 26, 2020
Sold by
Brown Caroline
Bought by
Marron Fernando and Marron Maribel
Seller's Agent
Jessie Farr
Cole Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Pete Kerston
The Property Network
List Price
$370,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
4.05%
Current Estimated Value
$432,429

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$47,429
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.69%
Original Mortgage
$346,500
Outstanding Balance
$306,957
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$118,715

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2017
Sold by
Brown Caroline
Bought by
Brown Caroline

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,500
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2017
Sold by
Favro Celina N
Bought by
Brown Carolyn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,500
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 2011
Sold by
Aurora Loan Services Llc
Bought by
Favro Celina N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,606
Interest Rate
4.77%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2011
Sold by
Haus Judy and Marker Christopher Scott
Bought by
Aurora Loan Services Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 2005
Sold by
Wood Carol D
Bought by
Marker Christopher Scott and Haus Judy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$266,400
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 2004
Sold by
Fricke Jeffrey A
Bought by
Wood Carol D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2000
Sold by
Horn Michael S
Bought by
Fricke Jeffrey A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
8.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Marron Fernando $385,000 Placer Title Company
Brown Caroline -- None Available
Brown Carolyn $342,000 North American Title Co Inc
Favro Celina N $130,000 Chicago Title Company
Aurora Loan Services Llc $264,293 Accommodation
Marker Christopher Scott $333,000 California Title Co Northern
Wood Carol D $295,000 Old Republic Title
Fricke Jeffrey A $165,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Marron Fernando $346,500
Previous Owner Brown Carolyn $256,500
Previous Owner Favro Celina N $126,606
Previous Owner Marker Christopher Scott $266,400
Previous Owner Wood Carol D $236,000
Previous Owner Fricke Jeffrey A $120,000
Closed Marker Christopher Scott $33,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $385,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $385,000 -- --
03/31/2020 03/31/20 Sold $385,000 +4.1% $433 / Sq Ft
03/10/2020 03/10/20 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2020 03/05/20 For Sale $370,000 -- $416 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $6,146 $421,050 $218,727 $202,323
2024 $5,892 $412,795 $214,439 $198,356
2023 $5,733 $404,702 $210,235 $194,467
2022 $5,579 $396,767 $206,113 $190,654
2021 $5,373 $388,988 $202,072 $186,916
2019 $4,812 $348,840 $173,400 $175,440
2018 $4,665 $342,000 $170,000 $172,000
2017 $2,353 $143,393 $55,194 $88,199
2016 $2,120 $140,582 $54,112 $86,470
2015 $2,097 $138,472 $53,300 $85,172
2014 $2,063 $135,760 $52,256 $83,504
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Jessie Farr

    Cole Real Estate

    (925) 228-4411

    5 in this area

    48 Total Sales

    Jessie Farr
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  • P

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Pete Kerston

    The Property Network

    (707) 524-5626

    28 Total Sales

    Pete Kerston
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40898069

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 162-540-067-4

California Contra Costa County Martinez 94553 Alhambra Hills

677 Center Ave, Martinez, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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