869 Balboa Ln Foster City, CA 94404
The Islands Neighborhood
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,780
Sq Ft
7
Acres
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Lake View
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Foster City Elementary School Rated A
- Clubhouse
- Contemporary Architecture
About This Home
As of September 2021Spacious updated and remodeled 2 bed/2.5 bath waterfront unit! New carpet, freshly painted, re-finished hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen with modern appliances, quartz counter tops and overlooks large family room. Two car garage with plenty of visitor parking. Has views of the water on both sides, skylights and plenty of natural daylight! Excellent schools, dog parks, trails, boating nearby.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Vivienne Kelvin
Realty World Thompson Properties License #01909927 Listed on: 02/21/2013
Last Buyer's Agent
Rod Atwell
Re/Max Estate Properties
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,365
Year Built
- Built in 1975
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Tar and Gravel Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,780 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Utility Room
- Lake Views
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Breakfast Bar
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Baseboard Heating
- Radiant Heating System
- 220 Volts
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 105-860-060
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Association fees include hot water, landscaping / gardening, pool spa or tennis, management fee, reserves, roof, sewer, maintenance - unit yard, cable / dish, water, common area electricity, common area gas, decks, exterior painting, fencing, garbage, gas, insurance - flood, insurance - liability
- 174 Units
- Manor Association
- Built by The Islands
Amenities
- Sauna
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 27, 2021
Closed on
Aug 6, 2021
Sold by
Huang Han and Au Hinmeng
Bought by
Makki Kamran
Seller's Agent
Sabrina Song
Starnberg Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Kenneth Pang
Compass
List Price
$1,298,000
Sold Price
$1,490,000
Premium/Discount to List
$192,000
14.79%
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
-$26,344
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.16%
Original Mortgage
$894,000
Outstanding Balance
$814,054
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$685,641
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 7, 2016
Closed on
Aug 9, 2016
Sold by
Li Yizi and You Ei
Bought by
Huang Han and Au Hinmeng
Seller's Agent
Lynn Shi
Waldstein Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lynn Shi
Waldstein Realty
List Price
$990,000
Sold Price
$1,216,000
Premium/Discount to List
$226,000
22.83%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.11%
Original Mortgage
$912,000
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 21, 2013
Closed on
Apr 9, 2013
Sold by
Allen Richard J and Mackey Kevin J
Bought by
Li Yize and You Wei
Seller's Agent
Vivienne Kelvin
Realty World Thompson Properties
Buyer's Agent
Rod Atwell
Re/Max Estate Properties
List Price
$679,000
Sold Price
$690,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.62%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.43%
Original Mortgage
$552,000
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 20, 1998
Sold by
Allen Richard J
Bought by
Allen Richard J and Mackey Kevin J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$305,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 1997
Sold by
Allen Richard J and Mackey Kevin J
Bought by
Allen Richard J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 8, 1995
Sold by
Clark Thomas C and Clark Bonnie S
Bought by
Allen Richard J and Mackey Kevin J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$244,000
Interest Rate
7.36%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $1,490,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,216,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $690,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Gift Deed | -- | Old Republic Title Ins Compa | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Individual Deed | $314,000 | North American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $0 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Open | $894,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $912,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $552,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $580,300 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $39,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Negative Amortization | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $180,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $78,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $316,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $305,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $244,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $30,500 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2021 09/03/21 | Sold | $1,490,000 | +14.8% | $837 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2021 07/30/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/27/2021 07/27/21 | For Sale | $1,298,000 | +6.7% | $729 / Sq Ft |
| 08/18/2016 08/18/16 | Sold | $1,216,000 | +22.8% | $683 / Sq Ft |
| 07/14/2016 07/14/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/07/2016 07/07/16 | For Sale | $990,000 | +43.5% | $556 / Sq Ft |
| 04/12/2013 04/12/13 | Sold | $690,000 | +1.6% | $388 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2013 03/11/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/21/2013 02/21/13 | For Sale | $679,000 | -- | $381 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
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 | $18,365 | $1,581,198 | $474,359 | $1,106,839 |
| 2023 | $18,365 | $1,519,800 | $455,940 | $1,063,860 |
| 2022 | $17,755 | $1,490,000 | $447,000 | $1,043,000 |
| 2021 | $15,694 | $1,303,794 | $391,137 | $912,657 |
| 2020 | $15,263 | $1,290,426 | $387,127 | $903,299 |
| 2019 | $14,384 | $1,265,125 | $379,537 | $885,588 |
| 2018 | $13,835 | $1,240,320 | $372,096 | $868,224 |
| 2017 | $13,680 | $1,216,000 | $364,800 | $851,200 |
| 2016 | $8,288 | $717,760 | $215,327 | $502,433 |
| 2015 | $8,094 | $706,979 | $212,093 | $494,886 |
| 2014 | $7,887 | $693,131 | $207,939 | $485,192 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
S
Seller's Agent in 2021
Sabrina Song
Starnberg Realty Inc
-
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Kenneth Pang
Compass
(415) 475-9159
1 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
Lynn Shi
Waldstein Realty
(408) 406-9138
1 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
V
Seller's Agent in 2013
Vivienne Kelvin
Realty World Thompson Properties
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Rod Atwell
Re/Max Estate Properties
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81305260
APN: 105-860-060
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