NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8 Laurel Ct Martinez, CA 94553

Alhambra Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $825,014 - $950,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,492 Sq Ft
$604/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 19, 2025

Last sale price $950,000 $637 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,110 / mo

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV or Boat Parking
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • John Swett Elementary School Rated A-
  • View of Hills
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of September 2025

This beautifully updated home sits on a spacious 1/4 acre corner lot designed for comfort & entertaining. Step inside & you will find a large living room with engineered hardwood flooring, a cozy gas fireplace, built-in shelving & large front window. Updated kitchen offers SS appliances, granite counters & access to back yard. Stylishly remodeled bathroom. Built in closets in all bedrooms. The property also offers a two-car garage, RV/boat Parking, chicken coop & ample room to add a pool or create your own backyard retreat. Perfect for gatherings both indoors & out - this home combines charm & functionality. Located just minutes from local shopping centers, dining & parks with EZ access to HWY 4 & I-680 for an easy commute. This home is the perfect balance of lifestyle, convenience & value. OFFERS DUE BY NOON ON 9/2/25. Please upload offers to disclosuresio.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Hogan

Muir West Realty License #01874050 Listed on: 08/22/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Eric Hogan

Muir West Realty License #01874050 Listed on: 08/22/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 10,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • RV or Boat Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Views of Hills

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1621900230

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

10,800 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: Alhambra Way to Pleasant Hill Rd E right on Laurel
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Engineered Wood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Gas Starter, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Hills
  • Construction Type: Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, RV/Boat Parking, Garage Faces Front, RV Access/Parking, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, In Garage
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10800
  • Parcel Number: 1621900230

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2025
Closed on
Sep 11, 2025
Sold by
Van Denbaard Family Trust and Auer Janet
Bought by
Langston James L and Langston Shannon Ashley
Seller's Agent
Eric Hogan
Muir West Realty
Buyer's Agent
Eric Hogan
Muir West Realty
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
5.67%
Views
24
Current Estimated Value
$901,504

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$48,496
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.86%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$401,504

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 29, 2016
Sold by
Stratmeyer John and Stratmeyer Casey
Bought by
Vandenbaard Margaret E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2009
Sold by
Stratmeyer John and Stratmeyer Casey
Bought by
Stratmeyer John and Stratmeyer Casey

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2007
Sold by
Aiello Donald Thomas and Aiello Rosalie A
Bought by
Stratmeyer John and Stratmeyer Casey

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2006
Sold by
Aiello Minnie B and Aiello Donald Thomas
Bought by
Aiello Minnie B and Aiello Donald Thomas
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
Langston James L $950,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Vandenbaard Margaret E $625,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Stratmeyer John -- None Available
Stratmeyer John $510,000 Old Republic Title
Aiello Minnie B -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Langston James L $500,000
Previous Owner Stratmeyer John $360,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/19/2025 09/19/25 Sold $950,000 +5.7% $637 / Sq Ft
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2025 08/22/25 For Sale $899,000 -- $603 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $3,565 $228,014 $167,925 $60,089
2024 $3,346 $223,544 $164,633 $58,911
2023 $3,346 $219,161 $161,405 $57,756
2022 $3,296 $214,865 $158,241 $56,624
2021 $3,157 $210,653 $155,139 $55,514
2019 $3,039 $204,407 $150,539 $53,868
2018 $2,927 $200,400 $147,588 $52,812
2017 $2,864 $196,472 $144,695 $51,777
2016 $6,775 $554,785 $363,766 $191,019
2015 $6,710 $546,452 $358,302 $188,150
2014 $6,444 $521,500 $341,941 $179,559
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Eric Hogan

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Eric Hogan

    Muir West Realty

    (925) 382-5442

    1 in this area

    22 Total Sales

    Eric Hogan
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41109128

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 162-190-023-0

California Contra Costa County Martinez 94553 Alhambra Hills

8 Laurel Ct, Martinez, CA

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