NOT LISTED FOR SALE

853 Hartford Ave San Jose, CA 95125

Willow Glen Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,618,000 - $2,855,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,223 Sq Ft
$852/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 28, 2019

Last sale price $1,950,000 $605 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $17,456/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of February 2019

Stunning remodeled gated craftsman in landmark Palm Haven neighborhood, just a short stroll to vibrant Lincoln Ave. The flawless floor plan consists of main level & upstairs w/ 3,223 SF including 165 SF downstairs game room & 239 SF detached studio. Original character including refinished hardwood floors, picture rail molding & wainscoting preserves the rich heritage of this circa 1920 home, while modern updates in 2002 & 2013 provide luxurious, contemporary living. Bright, updated & expanded living spaces flow together seamlessly, w/ a beautifully remodeled chefs kitchen featuring granite counters, stainless steel appliances & large island. The family room opens to a charming covered patio & lawn area. Other highlights include a main level en suite bedroom/office, upstairs Master retreat & 3 additional bedrooms with valley views, an upstairs laundry, & updated bathrooms. Move-in ready! Located close to freeway access, downtown Willow Glen, downtown San Jose, & proposed Google village.

Last Listed By

Ducky Grabill

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01018603 Listed on: 02/06/2019

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,622

Year Built

  • Built in 1921

Lot Details

  • 6,242 Sq Ft Lot
  • Security Fence
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R1-8

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Electric Gate
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,223 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Wine Cellar
  • Great Room
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Alarm System
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Laundry Tub
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
  • Thermostat
  • 220 Volts
  • Individual Gas Meter
  • Water Treatment System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 264-44-053

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,622

Year Built

Built in 1921

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Craftsman
  • Age: 98
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3223
  • Year Built: 1921
  • Zoning Description: R1-8
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Hookups - Ice Maker, Island, Microwave, Oven - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Pantry, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Living Sq Ft: 3223
  • Stories: 2
  • Security: Security Alarm, Security Fence
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Electricity Hookup (110V), Inside, Tub / Sink, Upper Floor
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Finished, Bonus / Hobby Room, Great Room, Laundry Room, Storage, Wine Cellar / Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Tub
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Deck, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto, Sprinklers - Lawn, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Fencing: Fenced, Fenced Back, Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage, Electric Gate, Gate / Door Opener, Off-Street Parking, On Street, Workshop in Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan, Central AC, Multi-Zone
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air, Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Skylight, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: San Jose Unified
  • Elementary School: Willow Glen Elementary
  • Middle School: Willow Glen Middle
  • High School: Willow Glen High
  • High School: 350
  • Elementary School: 380
  • Middle School: 343

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 264-44-053
  • Lot Acres: 0.1433
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6244.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6244.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Individual Gas Meters

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: San Jose Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Willow Glen Elementary
  • High School Text: Willow Glen High
  • Middle School Text: Willow Glen Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2021
Sold by
Fuller Michael D and Fuller Melissa Mcclure
Bought by
Fuller Michael D and Fuller Melissa Mcclure
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
$2,745,052

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,320,600
Outstanding Balance
$1,202,505
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,487,437

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2020
Sold by
Fuller Michael D and Fuller Melissa M
Bought by
Fuller Michael D and Fuller Melissa Mcclure

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 6, 2019
Closed on
Feb 25, 2019
Sold by
Ditty John Paul and Ditty Julie
Bought by
Fuller Michael D and Mcclure Fuller Melissa M
Seller's Agent
Ducky Grabill
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Susan Golden
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$1,998,000
Sold Price
$1,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$48,000
-2.4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.35%
Original Mortgage
$1,365,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 2013
Sold by
Barnett Donald R and Dahlin Diane E
Bought by
Ditty John Paul and Ditty Julie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

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
Fuller Michael D -- First American Title Company
Fuller Michael D -- First American Title Company
Fuller Michael D -- None Available
Fuller Michael D $1,950,000 Stewart Title Of Caifornia I
Ditty John Paul $1,275,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Fuller 2020 Revocable Trust $200,000
Open Fuller Michael D $1,320,600
Closed Fuller Michael D $1,365,000
Previous Owner Ditty John Paul $428,000
Previous Owner Ditty John P $140,300
Previous Owner Ditty John Paul $1,000,000
Previous Owner Ditty John Paul $1,000,000
Previous Owner Barnett Donald $417,000
Previous Owner Barnett Donald $100,000
Previous Owner Barnett Donald $359,650
Previous Owner Barnett Donald $100,000
Previous Owner Barnett Donald $372,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2019 02/28/19 Sold $1,950,000 -2.4% $605 / Sq Ft
02/14/2019 02/14/19 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2019 02/06/19 For Sale $1,998,000 -- $620 / 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
2023 $25,622 $2,090,791 $1,254,475 $836,316
2022 $25,390 $2,049,796 $1,229,878 $819,918
2021 $25,026 $2,009,605 $1,205,763 $803,842
2020 $24,384 $1,989,000 $1,193,400 $795,600
2019 $17,586 $1,401,114 $840,669 $560,445
2018 $17,429 $1,373,642 $824,186 $549,456
2017 $17,301 $1,346,709 $808,026 $538,683
2016 $17,074 $1,320,304 $792,183 $528,121
2015 $16,975 $1,300,473 $780,284 $520,189
2014 $16,481 $1,275,000 $765,000 $510,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ducky Grabill

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Ducky Grabill

    Sereno Group

    (408) 761-4073

    5 in this area

    141 Total Sales

    Ducky Grabill
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  • Amy Hoefer

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Amy Hoefer

    Sereno Group

    (408) 712-3907

    15 Total Sales

    Amy Hoefer
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  • Susan Golden

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Susan Golden

    Sereno Group

    (408) 295-4653

    3 in this area

    19 Total Sales

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Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81737905

MLSListings

APN: 264-44-053

California Santa Clara County San Jose 95125 Willow Glen

853 Hartford Ave, San Jose, CA

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This home is located at 853 Hartford Ave, San Jose, CA 95125 since 06 February 2019 and is currently estimated at $2,745,052, approximately $851 per square foot. This property was built in 1921. 853 Hartford Ave is a home located in Santa Clara County with nearby schools including Willow Glen Elementary, Willow Glen Middle, and Willow Glen High School.

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