NOT LISTED FOR SALE

78 Alma Ct Los Altos, CA 94022

Estimated Value: $4,872,000 - $6,104,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,537 Sq Ft
$3,640/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 17, 2017

Last sale price $2,860,000 $1,861 Per Sq Ft

Est. 96% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $33,840/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Atrium Room
  • Modern Architecture
  • Santa Rita Elementary School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops

About This Home

As of February 2017

Unique home in North Los Altos. Danish Modern home with glass cathedral ceiling that runs almost the entire length of the house. Very bright home. Secluded flag lot in a serene & tranquil setting. Close to downtown. Entryway has a soaring glass ceiling. Main living area bathed in natural light from the glass ceiling. Vaulted ceilings. New laminate wood floors. Dual glass doors to the yard and the atrium. Kitchen w/large garden window, new stainless steel appliances, gas cooktop & dual ovens. 2 bedrooms. Den could possibly be converted to a 3rd bedroom. Screen style pocket door for the den. Master & guest bedrooms with glass door to the yard. Master bathroom with oversized soaking tub and a bidet. Hall bathroom with a stall shower. One car detached garage. Dual pane windows. Laundry room with utility sink and door to the outside. Interior and exterior recently painted.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ric Parker

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00992559 Listed on: 01/13/2017

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Ying Wu

First Choices Realty License #01822300

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $49,786

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Flag Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as LA

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,537 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Formal Entry
  • Dining Area
  • Den
  • Atrium Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Alarm System

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Laundry Tub

Outdoor Features

  • Outside Bathroom Access
  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 167-28-105

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$49,786

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Modern / High Tech
  • Age: 25
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1537
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Zoning Description: LA
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning, Gas Starter, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Skylight
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Double, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1537
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Security Alarm
  • Laundry: Hookup - Electric, Gas Hookup, Hookup - Washer/Dryer, Tub / Sink, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Atrium, Den / Study / Office, Formal Entry, Laundry Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Bidet, Outside Access, Shower and Tub, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Tile
  • View: Mountains
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Fenced
  • Fencing: Complete Perimeter, Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, On Street

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Floor Drain, High Ceiling, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School: Santa Rita Elementary
  • Middle School: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate
  • High School: Los Altos High
  • High School: 265
  • Elementary School: 136
  • Middle School: 133

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Flag Lot, Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 167-28-105
  • Lot Acres: 0.2860
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 12445.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 12445.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Mountain View-Los Altos Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Santa Rita Elementary
  • High School Text: Los Altos High
  • Middle School Text: Ardis G. Egan Intermediate

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 13, 2017
Closed on
Feb 13, 2017
Sold by
Cummings Houston
Bought by
Li Jimin and Shang Yilun
Seller's Agent
Ric Parker
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ying Wu
First Choices Realty
List Price
$2,350,000
Sold Price
$2,860,000
Premium/Discount to List
$510,000
21.7%
Total Days on Market
11
Current Estimated Value
$5,594,652

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,734,652
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.40%
Original Mortgage
$2,002,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2001
Sold by
Brandstrup Niels E
Bought by
Brandstrup Niels E and Finley Mac T

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
6.91%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Li Jimin $2,860,000 Old Republic Title Company
Brandstrup Niels E -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Li Jimin $2,983,000
Closed Li Jimin $3,000,000
Closed Li Jimin $2,002,000
Previous Owner Brandstrup Niels E $106,184
Previous Owner Brandstrup Niels E $110,000
Previous Owner Brandstrup Niels E $117,900
Previous Owner Brandstrup Niels E $120,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/17/2017 02/17/17 Sold $2,860,000 +21.7% $1,861 / Sq Ft
01/25/2017 01/25/17 Pending -- -- --
01/13/2017 01/13/17 For Sale $2,350,000 -- $1,529 / 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 $49,786 $4,209,435 $3,026,624 $1,182,811
2023 $49,027 $4,126,898 $2,967,279 $1,159,619
2022 $48,351 $4,045,980 $2,909,098 $1,136,882
2021 $42,427 $3,456,578 $2,852,057 $604,521
2020 $39,459 $3,148,239 $2,822,813 $325,426
2019 $36,234 $2,975,544 $2,767,464 $208,080
2018 $35,907 $2,917,200 $2,713,200 $204,000
2017 $32,416 $2,652,000 $2,448,000 $204,000
2016 $7,489 $512,361 $152,098 $360,263
2015 $7,337 $504,666 $149,814 $354,852
2014 $7,081 $494,781 $146,880 $347,901
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81635622

MLSListings

APN: 167-28-105