801 San Carlos Ave Albany, CA 94706
East Washington Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,461
Sq Ft
5,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Craftsman Architecture
- Bonus Room
- Albany Middle School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Memorial Park
About This Home
As of February 2025Located on a charming corner in Albany, this 1925, split level Craftsman home offers three bedrooms, an office, two bathrooms, and a perfect blend of original character and modern updates. Lovingly cared for by the current owner for over 50 years, the home features a spacious living room with a bay window, fireplace, and original matchstick hardwood floors. The formal dining room has a period-built hutch, while the bright eat-in kitchen includes ample storage and a sunny breakfast nook. A renovated full bath with heated floors and a deep soaking tub sits on the main level, along with a bedroom opening to a south-facing deck. Up a few stairs you have a serene primary suite as well as another bedroom. The lower level includes a home office and an attached one-car garage. The sunny backyard is an entertainer’s dream with two decks, a grassy area, brick patio, and additional storage unit. On a 5,000 sq ft lot, this home is just one block from Solano Ave shopping and two blocks from Memorial Park, with easy access to BART and Trader Joe’s. Owned Solar system, double paned windows and pride of ownership throughout.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Vanguard Properties License #01182699 Listed on: 01/17/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,181
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Bungalow
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Multi-Level Property
- Skylights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
- Smart Thermostat
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Memorial Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 6728461
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 17, 2025
Closed on
Feb 10, 2025
Sold by
Scherzer Revocable Trust and Scherzer Sylvia P
Bought by
Bogin Benjamin and Li Letitia
Seller's Agent
Leif Jenssen
Vanguard Properties
Buyer's Agent
Anna Bahnson
Compass
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,857,000
Premium/Discount to List
$562,000
43.4%
Views
37
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$251,533
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-26.63%
Original Mortgage
$757,000
Outstanding Balance
$755,379
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$850,095
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 14, 2005
Sold by
Scherzer Sylvia P
Bought by
Scherzer Sylvia P and The Scherzer Revocable Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,857,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $757,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2025 02/18/25 | Sold | $1,857,000 | +43.4% | $1,271 / Sq Ft |
| 01/29/2025 01/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/17/2025 01/17/25 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -- | $886 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,181 | $77,586 | $56,391 | $28,195 |
| 2024 | $2,181 | $75,927 | $55,285 | $27,642 |
| 2023 | $2,150 | $81,301 | $54,201 | $27,100 |
| 2022 | $2,223 | $72,707 | $53,138 | $26,569 |
| 2021 | $2,165 | $71,145 | $52,097 | $26,048 |
| 2020 | $2,130 | $77,344 | $51,563 | $25,781 |
| 2019 | $2,056 | $75,828 | $50,552 | $25,276 |
| 2018 | $2,329 | $74,341 | $49,561 | $24,780 |
| 2017 | $2,253 | $72,883 | $48,589 | $24,294 |
| 2016 | $1,907 | $71,454 | $47,636 | $23,818 |
| 2015 | $1,829 | $70,381 | $46,921 | $23,460 |
| 2014 | $1,827 | $69,003 | $46,002 | $23,001 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Leif Jenssen
Vanguard Properties
(510) 207-3387
1 in this area
50 Total Sales
-
T
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Tamir Mansour
Vanguard Properties
(510) 590-4290
1 in this area
54 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Anna Bahnson
Compass
(510) 459-7673
2 in this area
129 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41082870
APN: 067-2846-001-00
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