NOT LISTED FOR SALE

743 Wake Forest Dr Mountain View, CA 94043

Whisman Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,041,000 - $2,388,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,296 Sq Ft
$1,664/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 06, 2017

Last sale price $1,685,000 $1,300 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,052/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Crittenden Middle School Rated A-
  • Granite Countertops
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of October 2017

This bright & cheery Mountain View gem is ready for its next proud owner! A truly smart layout featuring unique & modern amenities. Enjoy the electric car charger hookup, bamboo floors, recessed LED lighting, central heat/AC & dual pane windows. The upgraded kitchen includes granite countertops & stainless steel appliances. A highlight of the home is the luxurious master retreat, fully remodeled in 2015. You'll be shocked at the generously sized walk-in closet featuring custom Jesse Italian organization system. The contemporary master bathroom is emphasized by designer Robern medicine cabinets with hidden outlets & defogging mirrors. The master & second bedroom open to the backyard with a lovely lawn and mature lemon tree, enclosed by tall bamboo for immense privacy. Less than 3 miles from Google (bikeable from the Stevens Creek Trail), within 2 mi of Downtown Mountain View & incredible accessibility to HW 101, 237 & 85. Local parks & Stevens Creek Trail within short walking distance!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Roxy Laufer

Sereno Group License #02006177 Listed on: 08/22/2017

Sereno Group

Co-Listed By

Erdal Team

Sereno Group License #70010010

Last Buyer's Agent

Charles zhong

Maxreal License #01826249

Maxreal

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 5,462 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Sprinkler System
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Tar and Gravel Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,296 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Separate Family Room
  • Laundry in Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Walk-in Shower

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 160-05-040

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1296
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Dining Room: Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Living Sq Ft: 1296
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Laundry: In Utility Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Updated Bath

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Tar and Gravel
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Sprinklers - Lawn
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • High School: 266

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 160-05-040
  • Lot Acres: 0.1254
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5462.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5462.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Theuerkauf Elementary
  • High School Text: Mountain View High
  • Middle School Text: Crittenden Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2021
Sold by
Chen Yu and Huang Zhuojun
Bought by
Chen Yu and Huang Zhuojun
Current Estimated Value
$2,157,182

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,223,710
Outstanding Balance
$1,113,485
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,043,697

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2017
Closed on
Sep 25, 2017
Sold by
Marmon Steve E and Marmon Laurie L
Bought by
Chen Yu and Huang Zhuojun
Seller's Agent
Roxy Laufer
Sereno Group
Buyer's Agent
Charles zhong
Maxreal
List Price
$1,549,000
Sold Price
$1,685,000
Premium/Discount to List
$136,000
8.78%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.02%
Original Mortgage
$1,348,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 13, 2014
Closed on
Sep 10, 2014
Sold by
Dylla Scott J and Estabrook Melodie
Bought by
Marmon Steve E and Marmon Laurie L
Seller's Agent
Bedbury Group
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Marcy Moyer
Keller Williams Palo Alto
List Price
$924,500
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$275,500
29.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.73%
Original Mortgage
$960,000
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2005
Sold by
Higareda Joseph M and Takata Jody C
Bought by
Dylla Scott J and Estabrook Melodie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$572,000
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 1998
Sold by
Higareda Alberto C and Higareda Cruz O
Bought by
Higareda Joseph M and Takata Jody C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 1996
Sold by
Higareda Alberto C and Higareda Cruz O
Bought by
Higareda Alberto C and Higareda Cruz O
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
Chen Yu -- Orange Coast Ttl Co Of Nocal
Chen Yu $1,685,000 Chicago Title Company
Marmon Steve E $1,200,000 Chicago Title Company
Dylla Scott J $715,000 Financial Title Company
Higareda Joseph M $150,000 Stewart Title
Higareda Alberto C -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chen Yu $1,223,710
Closed Chen Yu $1,348,000
Previous Owner Marmon Steve E $960,000
Previous Owner Dylla Scott J $572,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/06/2017 10/06/17 Sold $1,685,000 +8.8% $1,300 / Sq Ft
09/06/2017 09/06/17 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2017 08/22/17 For Sale $1,549,000 +29.1% $1,195 / Sq Ft
09/15/2014 09/15/14 Sold $1,200,000 +29.8% $926 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/22/2014 08/22/14 Pending -- -- --
08/13/2014 08/13/14 For Sale $924,500 -- $713 / 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
2025 $22,607 $1,917,239 $1,706,742 $210,497
2024 $22,607 $1,879,647 $1,673,277 $206,370
2023 $22,310 $1,842,792 $1,640,468 $202,324
2022 $22,245 $1,806,659 $1,608,302 $198,357
2021 $21,719 $1,771,235 $1,576,767 $194,468
2020 $21,591 $1,753,074 $1,560,600 $192,474
2019 $20,632 $1,718,700 $1,530,000 $188,700
2018 $20,432 $1,685,000 $1,500,000 $185,000
2017 $14,726 $1,242,665 $931,999 $310,666
2016 $14,339 $1,218,300 $913,725 $304,575
2015 $14,051 $1,200,000 $900,000 $300,000
2014 $9,481 $797,071 $478,244 $318,827
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Roxy Laufer

    Sereno Group

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  • E

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Erdal Team

    Sereno Group

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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Charles zhong

    Maxreal

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  • R

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    RECIP

    Out of Area Office

  • M

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Maryville Poe

    Real Estate Masters

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Bedbury Group

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81675078

MLSListings

APN: 160-05-040

California Santa Clara County Mountain View 94043 Whisman

743 Wake Forest Dr, Mountain View, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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