NOT LISTED FOR SALE

703 Center Ave Martinez, CA 94553

Alhambra Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $446,212 - $462,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,112 Sq Ft
566 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 23, 2024

Last sale price $480,000 $432 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,602 / mo

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Breakfast Bar
  • John Swett Elementary School Rated A-
  • Community Pool
  • Laundry closet

About This Home

As of January 2024

Don't miss this opportunity to own this townhome style condo in Martinez' coveted Muirwood Square complex. This quiet community sits in a park-like setting and is surrounded by mature trees and loads of greenscape. This meticulously maintained home features an updated kitchen with quartz countertops, light wood cabinetry and white appliances. The kitchen opens onto a dining space and onto your cozy family room with a gas burning fireplace. Newer luxury vinyl throughout the entire first floor. You can't miss the oversized paver patio which offers plenty of space for outdoor entertainment. The upstairs features two nice sized bedrooms, an oversized bathroom and laundry too. Located just close enough to Hwy 4 and within walking distance to restaurants, shops, the VA Medical Center and Kaiser Medical Offices. HOA includes the pool & spa, roof & exterior as well as landscaping, trash and water services. Currently no rental restrictions, investors welcome. This cutie simply won't last.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brionna Chang

Redfin License #01416218 Listed on: 11/16/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

LILIA LANCASTER

Wr Properties License #02001531

Wr Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 566

HOA Fees

  • $570 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry closet

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Parking

  • Carport
  • Guest Parking

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1625401003

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, management fee, reserves, trash, water/sewer, ground maintenance
  • 110 Units
  • Association Phone (925) 932-7100
  • Greenbelt

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

566 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$570 per month

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: Highway 4 to Center Ave
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Building Name: Muirwood Squar
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story, Two
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: No Additional Rooms, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Regular
  • Pool Features: Other, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Other
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Carport

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Greenbelt, Pool, Guest Parking
  • Association Fee: 570
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: CALL LISTING AGENT
  • Phone: 925-932-7100
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1625401003
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 110

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 16, 2023
Closed on
Jan 17, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Brionna Chang
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
LILIA LANCASTER
Wr Properties
List Price
$489,500
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,500
-1.94%
Views
140
Current Estimated Value
$454,097

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$25,903
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.30%
Original Mortgage
$384,000
Interest Rate
0.0703%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 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
$269,600
Interest Rate
0.0371%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 6, 2010
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
$125,600
Interest Rate
0.0495%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 26, 2010
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 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
$244,000
Interest Rate
0.065%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 2000
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
$140,000
Interest Rate
0.0824%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
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
$480,000 Title Forward Of California In
$340,000 Fidelity National Title Co
-- None Available
$157,000 Fidelity National Title Co
$136,000 Stewart Title
$305,000 Chicago Title
$175,000 Chicago Title Co
$115,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $384,000
Closed $269,600
Closed $125,600
Closed $42,500
Closed $340,000
Closed $100,000
Closed $244,000
Closed $196,000
Closed $144,102
Closed $35,000
Closed $145,000
Closed $140,000
Closed $91,650
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 $480,000 -- --
01/23/2024 01/23/24 Sold $480,000 -1.9% $432 / Sq Ft
12/25/2023 12/25/23 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2023 11/16/23 For Sale $489,500 -- $440 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East 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 $6,949 $489,600 $204,000 $285,600
2024 $5,448 $394,594 $185,691 $208,903
2023 $5,448 $386,857 $182,050 $204,807
2022 $5,297 $379,273 $178,481 $200,792
2021 $5,093 $371,837 $174,982 $196,855
2019 $4,870 $360,810 $169,793 $191,017
2018 $4,720 $353,736 $166,464 $187,272
2017 $4,654 $346,800 $163,200 $183,600
2016 $2,411 $171,189 $98,134 $73,055
2015 $2,386 $168,618 $96,660 $71,958
2014 $2,349 $165,316 $94,767 $70,549
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Brionna Chang

    Redfin

    (925) 357-0779

    6 in this area

    167 Total Sales

    Brionna Chang
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  • LILIA LANCASTER

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    LILIA LANCASTER

    Wr Properties

    (925) 325-0048

    1 in this area

    11 Total Sales

    LILIA LANCASTER
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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41044564

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 162-540-100-3

California Contra Costa County Martinez 94553 Alhambra Hills

703 Center Ave, Martinez, CA

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