NOT LISTED FOR SALE

701 Falling Star Dr Martinez, CA 94553

Vine Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $706,000 - $794,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,572 Sq Ft
$475/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 27, 2023

Last sale price $750,000 $477 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,050 / mo

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stone Countertops
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of October 2023

TRULY THE BEST VALUE IN MARTINEZ! Welcome to 701 Falling Star, a modern jewel located in the sought-after Belmont Terrace community. Efficiency meets sustainability with a fully-paid solar energy system. The cook's kitchen has quartz countertops, stainless appliances, a walk-in pantry, and an inviting island perfect for hosting friends and family. The luxurious primary suite offers a spa-like experience with its high-end custom bath, featuring heated floors and an oversized shower. The home's tall ceilings and open floor plan create a bright and airy ambiance throughout. Additionally, you'll find spacious bedrooms, a private backyard oasis, upstairs laundry, and ample parking and storage in the 2-car garage. With a community playground and top-rated Martinez schools nearby, this residence offers a perfect blend of comfort and accessibility. Please join us this weekend both Sat & Sunday from 2:00-4:00 pm, we'd love to welcome you to your new home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Gargiulo

Keller Williams Realty License #01812201 Listed on: 09/06/2023

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

SANDRA MEILY

Realty One Group Future License #01355984

Realty One Group Future

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 2,855 Sq Ft Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

HOA Fees

  • $184 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room Off Kitchen

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Additional Features

  • Solar owned by seller
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, management fee, ground maintenance
  • Association Phone (925) 951-6240
  • Belmont Terrace Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1615801238

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

2,855 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$184 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Subdivision Name: BELMONT TERRACE
  • Directions: Pacheco to Falling Star
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Family Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Level, Regular
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Garden/Play
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Playground
  • Association Fee: 184
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: CALL LISTING AGENT
  • Phone: 925-951-6240
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Management Fee, Maintenance Grounds

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2855
  • Parcel Number: 1615801238
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 6, 2023
Closed on
Oct 17, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kelly Gargiulo
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
SANDRA MEILY
Realty One Group Future
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Views
241
Current Estimated Value
$746,014

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,986
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.20%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Interest Rate
0.0718%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 2023
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 2018
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
$212,000
Interest Rate
0.0487%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2018
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
$212,000
Interest Rate
0.0487%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2009
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
$385,683
Interest Rate
0.048%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$750,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
-- --
-- Fidelity National Title Comp
$600,000 Fidelity National Title Comp
-- First American Title Company
$399,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $675,000
Closed $234,000
Closed $232,800
Closed $212,000
Closed $385,683
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 $750,000 -- --
10/27/2023 10/27/23 Sold $750,000 +7.1% $477 / Sq Ft
10/10/2023 10/10/23 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2023 10/04/23 Price Changed $700,000 -3.4% $445 / Sq Ft
10/02/2023 10/02/23 Price Changed $725,000 -0.7% $461 / Sq Ft
09/16/2023 09/16/23 Price Changed $730,000 -2.7% $464 / Sq Ft
09/06/2023 09/06/23 For Sale $750,000 -- $477 / 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
2025 $10,324 $765,000 $428,400 $336,600
2024 $8,536 $750,000 $420,000 $330,000
2023 $8,536 $643,211 $396,713 $246,498
2022 $8,320 $630,600 $388,935 $241,665
2021 $8,099 $618,236 $381,309 $236,927
2019 $7,845 $599,900 $370,000 $229,900
2018 $5,984 $451,570 $198,056 $253,514
2017 $5,899 $442,717 $194,173 $248,544
2016 $5,499 $434,037 $190,366 $243,671
2015 $5,454 $427,518 $187,507 $240,011
2014 $5,379 $419,144 $183,834 $235,310
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kelly Gargiulo

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Kelly Gargiulo

    Keller Williams Realty

    (925) 286-1641

    4 in this area

    123 Total Sales

    Kelly Gargiulo
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  • SANDRA MEILY

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    SANDRA MEILY

    Realty One Group Future

    (510) 734-7329

    1 in this area

    4 Total Sales

    SANDRA MEILY
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41038238

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 161-580-123-8

California Contra Costa County Martinez 94553 Vine Hill

701 Falling Star Dr, Martinez, CA

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