NOT LISTED FOR SALE

815 Hester Creek Rd Los Gatos, CA 95033

Estimated Value: $1,303,000 - $1,750,077

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
$1,252/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 01, 2021

Last sale price $1,400,000 $1,167 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,829/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 10.6 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Loma Prieta Elementary School Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2021

Your sanctuary is calling & you will find it here in paradise! This 1-level, immaculate, turnkey 3 bd, 2 ba home has a bright interior with soaring ceilings, wood floors & a spacious flow. Nestled in 10.6 majestic acres that offer you peace, privacy & plenty of room to garden. The beautiful kitchen has granite counters, breakfast bar & stainless steel appliances. You'll find a walk-in pantry with plenty of storage and a stackable washer/dryer. Both bathrooms finished with beautiful slate flooring, with the primary bathroom boasting soaking tub with lovely corner windows. This 1200 square foot home was strategically built in 2009 with a potential building site for the main home in mind. Have cars, toys, or need storage? You have an oversized 4-car garage equipped with workshop space and storage loft. This home is perfectly situated in an ideal commute location, a quick drive to the highway, wineries or right into town for shopping, dining, or beaches. Don't miss this amazing property!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melody Russell

eXp Realty of California Inc License #01743923 Listed on: 05/15/2021

eXp Realty of California Inc

Co-Listed By

Kaelin Wagnermarsh

eXp Realty of California Inc License #01945819

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,197

Year Built

  • 2009

Lot Details

  • 10.6 Acre Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping

Parking

  • 4 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry in unit

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Potentially Allowed on Property

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,197

Year Built

2009

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Zoning: RA
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Ranch
  • Age: 12
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1200
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2009

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 1200
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Shower And Tub, Stall Shower, Tile

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Shingle
  • View: Mountains
  • Yard/Grounds: Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Horse Property: Possible
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Spaces: 10
  • Garage Max: 4
  • Garage Min: 4
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage, Room For Oversized Vehicle

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Standard

Schools

  • School District: Los Gatos-Saratoga Joint Union High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Varies
  • Lot Acres: 10.6000
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 461736.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 461736.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2024
Sold by
Lockhead Sarah and Lockhead Dean
Bought by
Dean And Sarah Lockhead Family Trust and Lockhead
Current Estimated Value
$1,350,816

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2021
Closed on
Jun 30, 2021
Sold by
Green Stephen
Bought by
Ogihara Masako
Seller's Agent
Melody Russell
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$150,000
12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.08%
Original Mortgage
$1,120,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2021
Closed on
Jun 29, 2021
Sold by
Ogihara Masako
Bought by
Lockhead Sarah and Lockhead Dean
Seller's Agent
Melody Russell
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$150,000
12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,120,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 1, 2013
Closed on
Sep 30, 2013
Sold by
Gustavson Michael G and Gustavson Dolores E
Bought by
Ogihara Masako
Seller's Agent
Tom Moulding
Flat Rate Realty
Buyer's Agent
Melody Russell Team
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$859,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-4.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 2008
Sold by
Packer Brett D
Bought by
Gustavson Michael G and Gustavson Dolores E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 2007
Sold by
Idleman Scott and Idleman Tia
Bought by
Packer Brett D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2005
Sold by
Berry Donald K and Berry Sharon F
Bought by
Idleman Scott and Idleman Tia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
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
Dean And Sarah Lockhead Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Ogihara Masako -- First American Title Company
Lockhead Sarah $1,400,000 First American Title Company
Ogihara Masako $859,000 First American Title Company
Gustavson Michael G $475,000 First American Title Company
Packer Brett D $570,000 First American Title Company
Idleman Scott $500,000 Stewart Title Of Ca Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lockhead Sarah $1,120,000
Previous Owner Gustavson Michael G $275,000
Previous Owner Gustavson Michael G $200,000
Previous Owner Packer Brett D $400,000
Previous Owner Idleman Scott $400,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/01/2021 07/01/21 Sold $1,400,000 +12.0% $1,167 / Sq Ft
05/28/2021 05/28/21 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2021 05/15/21 For Sale $1,250,000 +45.5% $1,042 / Sq Ft
10/11/2013 10/11/13 Sold $859,000 -4.4% $716 / Sq Ft
09/09/2013 09/09/13 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2013 07/01/13 For Sale $899,000 -- $749 / 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 $17,197 $1,485,691 $1,114,268 $371,423
2023 $16,600 $1,428,000 $1,071,000 $357,000
2022 $15,986 $1,400,000 $1,050,000 $350,000
2021 $11,394 $972,824 $729,335 $243,489
2020 $11,454 $962,850 $721,857 $240,993
2019 $10,978 $943,970 $707,703 $236,267
2018 $10,828 $925,461 $693,826 $231,635
2017 $10,495 $907,315 $680,222 $227,093
2016 $10,309 $889,524 $666,884 $222,640
2015 $10,103 $876,163 $656,867 $219,296
2014 $9,900 $859,000 $644,000 $215,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Melody Russell

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Melody Russell

    eXp Realty of California Inc

    (831) 332-3975

    97 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Kaelin Wagnermarsh

    eXp Realty of California Inc

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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Tom Moulding

    Flat Rate Realty

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    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Melody Russell Team

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81844154

MLSListings

APN: 097-231-43-000

California Santa Cruz County Los Gatos 95033

815 Hester Creek Rd, Los Gatos, CA

This home is located at 815 Hester Creek Rd, Los Gatos, CA 95033 since 15 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $1,502,519, approximately $1,252 per square foot. This property was built in 2009. 815 Hester Creek Rd is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Loma Prieta Elementary School, C. T. English Middle School, and Los Gatos High School.

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