NOT LISTED FOR SALE

978 Alpine Terrace Unit 4 Sunnyvale, CA 94086

Estimated Value: $1,186,000 - $1,316,000

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,553 Sq Ft
$816/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 19, 2024

Last sale price $1,320,000 $850 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,873/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Cabanas
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Sunnyvale Middle School Rated A-
  • Gated Community
  • 1-minute walk to Cannery Park

About This Home

As of August 2024

Elegant tri-level townhome with modern appeal. Prime central location inside the community. Featuring two bedroom suites on the upper level, high ceilings in main living area and primary suite, main level patio along with two additional balconies. This home offers ample private outdoor space. Sunnyvale's meticulously maintained Expressions community features amenities like swimming pool, spa, walking paths and benches, park-like greenery with mature redwood trees, and a play area. Immerse yourself in our extensive photo gallery, with 3D walk-through, and 360-degree exterior panoramas for an intimate virtual visit. With an ATTACHED one-car garage plus an additional storage room behind the garage, and a 2nd DETACHED private garage located in a row of garages, this home offers both convenience and practicality. Situated adjacent to Cannery Park and within a short distance from major commute routes such as 237, 101, 85, Central Expressway, CalTrain, and VTA routes, this location perfectly blends urban convenience with suburban tranquility. Find us easily: From the gate, building 978 Unit #4 is to the right of the pool area. No sign on Pajaro Ave.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susanne Bohl

Redfin License #01430611 Listed on: 06/12/2024

Redfin

Last Buyer's Agent

Lin Ning

Compass License #01994788

Compass

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,878

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • Northwest Facing Home
  • Gated Home

HOA Fees

  • $569 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Secured Garage or Parking

Property Views

  • Park or Greenbelt
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,553 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Oversized Bathtub in Primary Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer and Dryer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 220 Volts
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 165-45-021

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area electricity, common area gas, garbage, insurance - common area, insurance - earthquake, insurance - structure, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, management fee, pool spa or tennis, sewer, water / sewer
  • 158 Units
  • Expressions Of Sunnyvale Association
  • Built by The Expressions
  • Greenbelt

Recreation

  • Community Cabanas
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Cats Allowed

Security

  • Gated Community

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,878

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$569 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Townhouse
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Building Number: 978
  • Restrictions: Pets - Cats Permitted
  • Age: 32
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 158
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1553
  • Complex Name: The Expressions
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Zoning Description: R3PD
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Tile, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven - Electric
  • Living Sq Ft: 1553
  • Stories: 3
  • Security: Secured Garage / Parking
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Electricity Hookup (110V), Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside, Upper Floor, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Primary - Oversized Tub, Stall Shower - 2+
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Pool Description: Community Facility, Pool - In Ground, Spa - In Ground
  • Roof: Flat / Low Pitch, Tile
  • View: Greenbelt, Neighborhood
  • Pool: Yes
  • Fencing: Fenced, Gate
  • Property Faces: Northwest
  • Construction Type: Stucco

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central AC
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 569
  • HOA Amenities: Cabana, Community Pool, Community Security Gate, Garden / Greenbelt / Trails
  • HOA Documents: Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, CC&RS, Financial Statement, Minutes, Reserve Study, Rules & Regulations
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Electricity, Common Area Gas, Garbage, Insurance - Common Area, Insurance - Earthquake, Insurance - Structure, Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior, Management Fee, Pool, Spa, or Tennis, Sewer, Water / Sewer
  • H O A Name Text: Expressions of Sunnyvale
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Skylight, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Fremont Union High
  • Elementary School: Vargas Elementary
  • Middle School: Sunnyvale Middle
  • High School: Homestead High
  • High School: 258
  • Elementary School: 211
  • Middle School: 210

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 165-45-021

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Maximum Building Height: 3
  • Minimum Building Height: 3
  • Second Unit Description: Detached garage

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Fremont Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Vargas Elementary
  • High School Text: Homestead High
  • Middle School Text: Sunnyvale Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2024
Closed on
Aug 15, 2024
Sold by
Cha Theodore C and Wang Jennifer S
Bought by
Li Mingran
Seller's Agent
Susanne Bohl
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Lin Ning
Compass
List Price
$1,398,000
Sold Price
$1,320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$78,000
-5.58%
Views
32
Current Estimated Value
$1,267,270

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$52,730
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.37%
Original Mortgage
$1,056,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,041,545
Interest Rate
5.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$225,725

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2012
Sold by
Wang Lieh C and Wang Virginia S
Bought by
Cha Theodore C and Wang Jennifer S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
3.59%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2004
Sold by
Appl Peter and Appl Rika K
Bought by
Wang Lieh C and Wang Virginia S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 1999
Sold by
Lewis Robert W and Lewis Laverne A
Bought by
Appl Peter and Appl Rika K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,500
Interest Rate
7.1%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 1997
Sold by
Lewis Robert W and Lewis Laverne A
Bought by
Lewis Robert W and Lewis Laverne A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,500
Interest Rate
7.26%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 1996
Sold by
Lewis Robert W and Lewis Laverne A
Bought by
Lewis Robert W and Lewis Laverne A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 1994
Sold by
Summerhill Mary Avenue Inc
Bought by
Lewis Robert W and Lewis Laverne A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
8.9%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Li Mingran $1,320,000 Title Forward Of California In
Cha Theodore C $550,000 Chicago Title Company
Wang Lieh C $540,000 North American Title Company
Appl Peter $372,500 North American Title Co
Lewis Robert W -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Lewis Robert W -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Lewis Robert W -- --
Lewis Robert W $249,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Li Mingran $1,056,000
Previous Owner Cha Theodore C $300,000
Previous Owner Appl Peter $172,500
Previous Owner Lewis Robert W $149,500
Previous Owner Lewis Robert W $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/19/2024 08/19/24 Sold $1,320,000 -5.6% $850 / Sq Ft
07/22/2024 07/22/24 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2024 06/12/24 For Sale $1,398,000 -- $900 / 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 $7,878 $1,320,000 $660,000 $660,000
2024 $7,878 $663,992 $331,996 $331,996
2023 $7,807 $650,974 $325,487 $325,487
2022 $7,689 $638,210 $319,105 $319,105
2021 $7,618 $625,698 $312,849 $312,849
2020 $7,522 $619,284 $309,642 $309,642
2019 $7,357 $607,142 $303,571 $303,571
2018 $7,212 $595,238 $297,619 $297,619
2017 $7,121 $583,568 $291,784 $291,784
2016 $6,844 $572,126 $286,063 $286,063
2015 $6,884 $563,534 $281,767 $281,767
2014 $6,750 $552,496 $276,248 $276,248
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81969297

MLSListings

APN: 165-45-021