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Sold on 09/26/2023
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978 Center Ave, Martinez, CA 94553

  • $1,061,000

    Last sold 09/26/2023 for $900K

  • 3

    bed

  • 3

    bath

  • 2,272

    Sqft ($396/Sqft)

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About 978 Center Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1979
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 7,771 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Rental estimate
Property description
Entertainers dream home! Nestled in a peaceful and desirable neighborhood, this two-story residence is a true masterpiece. Boasting 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3 separate entertaining areas, and 2,272 sqft. of living space, this home offers an abundance of amenities for you and your family to flourish. Spacious vaulted ceilings and stunning flooring greet you upon arrival and leads you into the gourmet kitchen, which is well equipped with sleek stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, and an eat-in kitchen! The luxurious master suite promises a relaxing serene retreat and your own private outdoor deck. Outside, invites outdoor enthusiasts to create their own private oasis, and is loaded with opportunities for you to BBQ and entertain guests! Complete with mature fruit trees such as, asian pear, plum, apricot, lemon, tangerine, nectarine, fig, pomegranate and persimmon, large side yards and a shed for storage. Beyond the walls, this beautiful home is perfectly situated, just minutes away from freeways, shopping, dining, and walk to the theater! Experience the vibrant pulse of downtown Martinez, where Sunday farmers' markets and an array of new breweries and restaurants await your exploration! Don't miss this rare opportunity to call this your home!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Melody Kleoni
Listing Office - Exp Realty of California Inc.
Source: MAXEBRDI mls logo
MLS#41033851 • last updated 2 years ago
Movoto checked MAXEBRDI for data 10 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Central
Levels/Style Two Story, 2, Contemporary
Type Residential
Status Sold
SubType Detached
Living Area 2272
Lot Size (SqFt) 7771
Lot Size (Acres) 0.18
Year Built 1979
Property Condition Existing
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 3
# Full Baths 2
# Partial Baths 1
# Bedrooms 3
Total # of Rooms 10
Laundry 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Kitchen 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Updated Kitchen, Other
Flooring Laminate
# Fireplaces 1
Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Water Heater
Fireplace Gas Starter
Exterior
Roof Composition Shingles
Construction Stucco
# Garage Spaces 2
Parking Attached, Off Street, RV/Boat Parking, Secured, Side Yard Access
Lot Description Front Yard, Security Gate
Amenities / Utilities
Electricity No Solar, 220 Volts In Kitchen
Water Source Public
Other Equipment See Remarks
Pool None
Location
County Contra Costa
Subdivision Not Listed
Directions Pine St Exit/Center Ave
APN 1624700348
$1.06M
Range: $933K-$1.18M
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $3,650/month
Gross rent multiplier: 20.5
  • Sep 2023
    mls logo MLS # 41033851
  • Sep 26, 2023 Sold
    $900,000
  • Aug 30, 2023 Pending
  • Aug 23, 2023 Price Change
    $898,000 (-8.3%)
  • Aug 3, 2023 Price Change
    $979,000 (-6.7%)
  • Jul 21, 2023 Listed
    $1,049,000
  • Jul 21, 2023 Listed
    $1,049,000 (+82.4%)
  • Sep 2023
    Public Records
  • Sep 25, 2023 Sold
    $900,000 (+0.2%)
  • May 2014
    mls logo MLS # 40648751
  • May 20, 2014 Sold
    $575,000
  • Apr 14, 2014 Pending
  • Mar 18, 2014 Listed
    $599,130
  • Mar 10, 2014 Listed
    $599,130 (-10.2%)
  • May 2014
    Public Records
  • May 16, 2014 Sold
    $575,000 (-4.0%)
  • May 2006
    mls logo MLS # 40143634
  • May 4, 2006 Sold
    $667,500
  • Feb 18, 2006 Listed
    $649,900 (-3.7%)
  • May 2006
    Public Records
  • May 3, 2006 Sold
    $667,500 (+2.7%)
  • Feb 2006
    mls logo MLS # 40132304
  • Feb 9, 2006 Cancelled
  • Dec 31, 2005 Listed
    $674,900 (-3.4%)
  • Dec 2005
    mls logo MLS # 40132296
  • Dec 31, 2005 Cancelled
  • Dec 31, 2005 Listed
    $699,000 (+52.3%)
  • Nov 2003
    mls logo MLS # ML80350476
  • Nov 6, 2003 Expired
  • Sep 5, 2003 Listed
    $459,000
  • Nov 2003
    mls logo MLS # 23032671
  • Nov 6, 2003 Expired
  • Sep 18, 2003 Listed
    $459,000
  • Nov 2003
    mls logo MLS # 11199596
  • Nov 2, 2003 Expired
  • Aug 1, 2003 Listed
    $459,000 (-4.4%)
  • Oct 2003
    mls logo MLS # 11205723
  • Oct 23, 2003 Cancelled
  • Sep 5, 2003 Listed
    $459,000
  • Sep 2003
    mls logo MLS # ML80350285
  • Sep 5, 2003 Canceled
  • Sep 4, 2003 Listed
    $459,000
  • Aug 2003
    mls logo MLS # 11193271
  • Aug 2, 2003 Cancelled
  • Jun 21, 2003 Listed
    $480,000 (-1.8%)
  • Jun 2003
    mls logo MLS # 23017783
  • Jun 2, 2003 Cancelled
  • May 28, 2003 Listed
    $488,888
  • May 2003
    mls logo MLS # ML80319316
  • May 30, 2003 Canceled
  • Apr 4, 2003 Listed
    $488,888 (+249.2%)
  • Aug 1999
    mls logo MLS # 28265281
  • Aug 1, 1999 Sold
    $140,000 (-49.8%)
  • Aug 10, 1998 Listed
    $279,000
  • 978 Center Ave
    $900K
  • Not Listed
  • 94553
    $799K +1% y/y
  • Martinez
    $825K +4% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
972 Center Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 $1,090,000 4/— 2,272 0.01
984 Center Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 $1,125,000 4/2 2,272 0.01
966 Center Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 $993,000 4/— 2,272 0.02
990 Center Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 $1,021,000 3/— 2,055 0.02
960 Center Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 $1,031,000 4/2 2,272 0.04
989 Center Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 $930,000 3/2 2,055 0.04
983 Center Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 $1,019,000 3/— 2,055 0.04
977 Center Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 $961,000 4/2 1,833 0.04

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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