NOT LISTED FOR SALE

974 Cape Buffalo Dr San Jose, CA 95133

Commodore Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,401,000 - $1,755,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,840 Sq Ft
$883/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 29, 2015

Last sale price $895,000 $486 Per Sq Ft

Est. 81% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,052/month

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Granite Flooring
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Vinci Park Elementary School Rated A-
  • Bathtub
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of October 2015

Upgraded Ponderosa One Story Home Nestled with Future Bart Station to SF, Municipal Golf Course , 99 Ranch Market, Costco & Berryessa Plaza Shopping Center**Granite Flr in Entry Way, Kitchen & Hall Way**Updated Kitchen w Granite Counter Top, Maple Cabinets & Stainless Steel Appliance**Updated Baths**Dual Pane Windows**Cherry Hardwood Flr**High Grade Laminate Flr**High Ceiling in Living Rm**Spacious Bonus Family Room, Not included in 1,840 Sf**Petersen-Dean Tile Roof w/ 50 Years Warranty**Huge Corner Lot**

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Yeh

HappyGo Realty, Inc. License #01392720 Listed on: 09/14/2015

HappyGo Realty, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Yeh

HappyGo Realty, Inc. License #01392720 Listed on: 09/14/2015

HappyGo Realty, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,611

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 6,011

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,840 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Separate Family Room
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Granite

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Additional Features

  • Zoning described as R1
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 254-43-052

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,611

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 37
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1840
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook
  • Living Sq Ft: 1840
  • Stories: 1
  • Flooring: Granite, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Stall Shower, Tub
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Tile

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Schools

  • School District: East Side Union High
  • Elementary School: Vinci Park Elementary
  • Middle School: Piedmont Middle
  • Elementary School: 40
  • Middle School: 35

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 254-43-052
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6692.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6692.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: East Side Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Vinci Park Elementary
  • Middle School Text: Piedmont Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 14, 2015
Closed on
Oct 23, 2015
Sold by
Nguyen Peter Thang
Bought by
Nguyen Tien Manh and Le Anh Thi
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Yeh
HappyGo Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Yeh
HappyGo Realty, Inc.
List Price
$828,888
Sold Price
$895,000
Premium/Discount to List
$66,112
7.98%
Current Estimated Value
$1,624,336

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$729,336
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.24%
Original Mortgage
$295,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 2007
Sold by
Nguyen Peter Thang
Bought by
Nguyen Peter Thang

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2007
Sold by
Tran Thanh Tam Thi
Bought by
Nguyen Peter Thang

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2004
Sold by
Vanfleet Earl
Bought by
Tran Thanh Tam Thi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2004
Sold by
Tran Thanh Tam Thi
Bought by
Tran Thanh Tam Thi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2003
Sold by
Tran Thanh Tam Thi
Bought by
Tran Thanh Tam Thi

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2001
Sold by
Tran Thanh Tam Thi
Bought by
Tran Thanh Tam Thi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,000
Interest Rate
6.39%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 1996
Sold by
Vanfleet Earl R
Bought by
Tran Tam T
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
Nguyen Tien Manh $895,000 First American Title Company
Nguyen Peter Thang -- None Available
Nguyen Peter Thang -- None Available
Tran Thanh Tam Thi -- Multiple
Tran Thanh Tam Thi -- Orange Coast Title
Tran Thanh Tam Thi -- Orange Coast Title Of La
Tran Thanh Tam Thi -- --
Tran Thanh Tam Thi -- First American Title Guarant
Tran Tam T -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Nguyen Tien Manh $220,000
Closed Nguyen Tien Manh $150,000
Closed Nguyen Tien Manh $295,000
Previous Owner Nguyen Peter Thang $228,571
Previous Owner Nguyen Peter Thang $400,000
Previous Owner Tran Thanh Tam Thi $125,000
Previous Owner Tran Thanh Tam Thi $125,000
Previous Owner Tran Thanh Tam Thi $127,000
Previous Owner Tran Thanh Tam Thi $126,000
Previous Owner Tran Thanh Tam Thi $125,000
Previous Owner Tran Tam T $55,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/29/2015 10/29/15 Sold $895,000 +0.7% $486 / Sq Ft
10/02/2015 10/02/15 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2015 09/24/15 Price Changed $888,888 +3.5% $483 / Sq Ft
09/23/2015 09/23/15 Price Changed $858,888 +3.6% $467 / Sq Ft
09/14/2015 09/14/15 For Sale $828,888 -- $450 / 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 $14,611 $1,059,490 $635,694 $423,796
2024 $14,611 $1,038,717 $623,230 $415,487
2023 $14,365 $1,018,351 $611,010 $407,341
2022 $14,301 $998,384 $599,030 $399,354
2021 $13,820 $978,809 $587,285 $391,524
2020 $13,446 $968,774 $581,264 $387,510
2019 $13,307 $949,779 $569,867 $379,912
2018 $13,112 $931,157 $558,694 $372,463
2017 $13,189 $912,900 $547,740 $365,160
2016 $12,262 $895,000 $537,000 $358,000
2015 $3,120 $165,613 $41,380 $124,233
2014 $2,631 $162,370 $40,570 $121,800
Source: Public Records

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    Jennifer Yeh

    HappyGo Realty, Inc.

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81514550

MLSListings

APN: 254-43-052

California Santa Clara County San Jose 95133 Commodore

974 Cape Buffalo Dr, San Jose, CA

This home is located at 974 Cape Buffalo Dr, San Jose, CA 95133 since 14 September 2015 and is currently estimated at $1,624,336, approximately $882 per square foot. This property was built in 1978. 974 Cape Buffalo Dr is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Vinci Park Elementary School, Piedmont Middle School, and Independence High School.

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