$1,275,000
SOLD MAY 16, 2025

8775 El Matador Dr Gilroy, CA 95020

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,162 Sq Ft
1.21 Acres

Recently Sold

$590 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bonus Room
  • Christopher High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Beamed Ceilings

About This Home

As of May 2025

If you're seeking the perfect blend of rustic charm, modern convenience, and breathtaking natural beauty, look no further. This unique country property offers an unparalleled opportunity to embrace a tranquil lifestyle with all the amenities you desire. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, bird watcher, or simply in search of a serene escape with easy access to town, this property has it all. The freshly painted home provides an inviting atmosphere, and the captivating mountain views are a daily delight. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and an environment that is soaked in natural light, so don't miss this chance to make this property your own.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Teri Fortino

Compass License #01061765 Listed on: 03/24/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Alfonso Ceja

Remax Property Experts License #02126425

Remax Property Experts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,989

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 1.21 Acre Lot
  • Hillside Location
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Zoning described as RR

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,162 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Separate Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Bonus Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Range Hood

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Shared Well
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 756-31-148

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,989

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 50
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2162
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Zoning Description: RR
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Hood Over Range
  • Living Sq Ft: 2162
  • Stories: 2
  • Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Primary - Stall Shower(s), Primary - Sunken Tub, Stall Shower

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountains
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, Drought Tolerant Plants

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Parking Area

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Sewer/Septic System: Existing Septic

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Open Beam Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Gilroy Unified

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Hillside
  • Parcel Number: 756-31-148
  • Lot Acres: 1.2145
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 52905.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 52905.00

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Gilroy Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2025
Closed on
May 7, 2025
Sold by
Laursen Phillip John and Laursen Marie Kathleen
Bought by
Watts James R and Watts Rosana Z
Seller's Agent
Teri Fortino
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Alfonso Ceja
Remax Property Experts
List Price
$1,199,000
Sold Price
$1,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
$76,000
6.34%
Total Days on Market
24
Views
75
Current Estimated Value
$1,279,381

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,381
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.23%
Original Mortgage
$575,000
Outstanding Balance
$573,474
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$705,907

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2009
Sold by
Laursen Phillip J and Laursen Kathleen
Bought by
Laursen Phillip John and Laursen Kathleen Marie
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,275,000 Old Republic Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $575,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Sold $1,275,000 +6.3% $590 / Sq Ft
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Pending -- -- --
04/09/2025 04/09/25 For Sale $1,199,000 0.0% $555 / Sq Ft
04/03/2025 04/03/25 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2025 03/24/25 For Sale $1,199,000 -- $555 / 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 $1,989 $125,143 $24,454 $100,689
2024 $1,989 $122,690 $23,975 $98,715
2023 $1,965 $120,285 $23,505 $96,780
2022 $1,925 $117,928 $23,045 $94,883
2021 $1,903 $115,617 $22,594 $93,023
2020 $1,874 $114,433 $22,363 $92,070
2019 $1,849 $112,190 $21,925 $90,265
2018 $1,740 $109,992 $21,496 $88,496
2017 $2,163 $107,836 $21,075 $86,761
2016 $2,123 $105,722 $20,662 $85,060
2015 $1,297 $104,135 $20,352 $83,783
2014 $1,258 $102,096 $19,954 $82,142
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81999275

MLSListings

APN: 756-31-148