NOT LISTED FOR SALE

708 Messina Gardens Ln San Jose, CA 95133

Penitencia Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,163,000 - $1,286,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
1,774 Sq Ft
$242/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 15, 2018

Last sale price $1,070,000 $603 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,245/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Granite Countertops
  • Summerdale Elementary School Rated A-
  • Mountain View
  • Balcony

About This Home

As of August 2018

Bright and spacious tri-level townhome-style condo located in the Heart of Silicon Valley, in the Berryessa Neighborhood. This home features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, an open floor plan with great views of the mountains overlooking the Messina Orchard and the desirable side-by-side 2-car garage. The home has been upgraded with laminate flooring and tiles. Modern kitchen with granite countertops and Bosch stainless steel appliances. The retreat-like master suite is spacious highlighting a double vanity and a walk-in closet. Easy access to San Jose Airport, VTA light rail, the coming-soon Berryessa BART station and major freeways

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katie Wu

Maxreal License #01847245 Listed on: 07/12/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Paulina Chang

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01862688

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,889

Year Built

  • Built in 2009

Lot Details

  • 0.41

HOA Fees

  • $242 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Hills
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,774 Sq Ft Home
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower

Home Security

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • East Facing Home
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 254-78-030

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include insurance - structure, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - common area, water / sewer
  • Messina Gadens Association

Recreation

  • Community Playground

Security

  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,889

Year Built

Built in 2009

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$242 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Age: 9
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1774
  • Year Built: 2009
  • Zoning Description: A
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Family Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1774
  • Security: Fire System - Sprinkler
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Shower and Tub

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Garden / Greenbelt, Hills, Mountains
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio
  • Property Faces: East

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 242
  • HOA Amenities: BBQ Area, Playground
  • HOA Documents: CC&RS
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Insurance - Structure, Landscaping / Gardening, Maintenance - Common Area, Water / Sewer
  • H O A Name Text: Messina Gadens
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: East Side Union High
  • Elementary School: Summerdale Elementary
  • Middle School: Piedmont Middle
  • High School: Independence High
  • High School: 246
  • Elementary School: 38
  • Middle School: 35

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 254-78-030
  • Lot Acres: 0.4100

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: East Side Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Summerdale Elementary
  • High School Text: Independence High
  • Middle School Text: Piedmont Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2018
Closed on
Aug 8, 2018
Sold by
Loh Sok Fenn
Bought by
Wang Rex
Seller's Agent
Katie Wu
Maxreal
Buyer's Agent
Paulina Chang
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$938,000
Sold Price
$1,070,000
Premium/Discount to List
$132,000
14.07%
Current Estimated Value
$1,219,774

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$149,774
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.66%
Original Mortgage
$695,500
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2016
Sold by
Lin Michael W
Bought by
Loh Sok Fenn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 8, 2011
Sold by
Loh Sok Fenn and Loh Sok F
Bought by
Loh Sok Fenn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$355,000
Interest Rate
4.06%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2010
Sold by
Blossom Valley Investors Inc
Bought by
Loh Sok F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$364,000
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Wang Rex $1,070,000 Chicago Title Co
Loh Sok Fenn -- First American Title Company
Loh Sok Fenn -- Chicago Title Company
Loh Sok F $455,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wang Rex $681,000
Closed Wang Rex $691,000
Closed Wang Rex $695,500
Previous Owner Loh Sok Fenn $300,000
Previous Owner Loh Sok Fenn $351,000
Previous Owner Loh Sok Fenn $355,000
Previous Owner Loh Sok F $364,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2018 08/15/18 Sold $1,070,000 +14.1% $603 / Sq Ft
07/22/2018 07/22/18 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2018 07/12/18 For Sale $938,000 -- $529 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $15,889 $1,170,198 $585,099 $585,099
2023 $15,643 $1,147,254 $573,627 $573,627
2022 $15,590 $1,124,760 $562,380 $562,380
2021 $15,122 $1,102,706 $551,353 $551,353
2020 $14,674 $1,091,400 $545,700 $545,700
2019 $14,134 $1,070,000 $535,000 $535,000
2018 $7,270 $512,318 $307,392 $204,926
2017 $7,311 $502,273 $301,365 $200,908
2016 $7,006 $492,425 $295,456 $196,969
2015 $6,927 $485,029 $291,018 $194,011
2014 $6,241 $475,529 $285,318 $190,211
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Katie Wu

    Maxreal

  • Paulina Chang

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Paulina Chang

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (408) 313-2156

    50 Total Sales

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81714297

MLSListings

APN: 254-78-030

California Santa Clara County San Jose 95133 Penitencia

708 Messina Gardens Ln, San Jose, CA

This home is located at 708 Messina Gardens Ln, San Jose, CA 95133 since 12 July 2018 and is currently estimated at $1,236,030, approximately $696 per square foot. This property was built in 2009. 708 Messina Gardens Ln is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Summerdale Elementary School, Piedmont Middle School, and Independence High School.

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