NOT LISTED FOR SALE

101 Shell Dr Unit 241 Watsonville, CA 95076

Pajaro Dunes Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,068,000 - $1,264,892

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,409 Sq Ft
$715/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 21, 2022

Last sale price $1,030,000 $731 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,257/month

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Tennis Courts
  • Security Gate
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Security Service

About This Home

As of September 2022

Excellent THREE-BEDROOM, dune level condo at coveted SHOREBIRDS. Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms with walk-in pantry and laundry room. This condo has been a popular and solid rental property and rental history can be provided. The open floor plan provides for fun family get togethers. The kitchen has been upgraded with granite counter tops and newer appliances. Tile floors throughout the main living area makes beach living easy. Just a few steps to miles of pristine Sunset Beach, the longest beach in Santa Cruz County. Shorebirds at Pajaro Dunes is located about halfway between Monterey and Santa Cruz. Very short distances to world famous golf courses, surf spots, shopping, night life and fine dining. Shorebirds is a gated community with 24/7 mobile security. Homeowner's may have two pets so bring the family dog along to enjoy your beach get-away home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gail Cruse

Sotheby’s International Realty License #00778908 Listed on: 07/22/2022

Sotheby’s International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Keith Levine

Pajaro Dunes License #00646506

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,599

Year Built

  • 1974

Lot Details

  • 1,307

HOA Fees

  • $715 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,409 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Separate Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Security Gate
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Parking

  • 10 Parking Spaces
  • Covered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Baseboard Heating

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include cable / dish, common area electricity, decks, door person, exterior painting, hot water, insurance - common area, insurance - earthquake, insurance - flood, insurance - hazard, insurance - structure, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, maintenance - road, maintenance - unit yard, management fee, pool spa or tennis, reserves, roof, security service, water / sewer
  • 309 Units
  • Pajaro Dunes North Assoc. Association
  • Greenbelt

Recreation

  • Community Beach Access
  • Tennis Courts

Security

  • Security Service

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,599

Year Built

1974

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$715 per month

Listing Details

  • Zoning: SU
  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Building Number: H
  • Restrictions: Pets - Rules
  • Age: 48
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Maximum Unit Floor Number: 1
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 309
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1409
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1974

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area In Living Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Electric, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 1409
  • Security: Security Service
  • Bedrooms: More Than One Bedroom On Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom On Ground Floor
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Full On Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower Over Tub - 1, Stall Shower

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 10
  • Garage Parking Features: Common Parking Area, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area

Utilities

  • Heating System: Baseboard, Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: PAJARO DUNES NORTH ASSOC.
  • HOA Fees: 715
  • HOA Amenities: Beach Rights, Garden / Greenbelt / Trails, Tennis Court / Facility
  • HOA Documents: Articles Of Incorporation, Budget, Bylaws, Cc&rs, Financial Statement, Minutes, Reserve Study, Rules & Regulations
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Cable / Dish, Common Area Electricity, Decks, Door Person, Exterior Painting, Hot Water, Insurance - Common Area, Insurance - Earthquake, Insurance - Flood, Insurance - Hazard, Insurance - Structure, Landscaping / Gardening, Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior, Maintenance - Road, Maintenance - Unit Yard, Management Fee, Pool, Spa, Or Tennis, Reserves, Roof, Security Service, Water / Sewer
  • HOA Exist: Yes
  • H O A Name Text: PAJARO DUNES NORTH ASSOC.

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Security Gate

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Maximum Building Height: 3
  • Minimum Building Height: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 22, 2022
Closed on
Sep 15, 2022
Sold by
Robert J Rose And Carolyn J Rose Trust
Bought by
Wong Daniel and Wong Daniel
Seller's Agent
Gail Cruse
Sotheby’s International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Keith Levine
Pajaro Dunes
List Price
$1,025,000
Sold Price
$1,030,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.49%
Total Days on Market
17
Views
2
Current Estimated Value
$1,169,973

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$139,973
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.57%
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Outstanding Balance
$674,540
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$491,145

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2020
Sold by
Rose Robert J and Rose Carolyn J
Bought by
Rose Robert J and Rose Carolyn J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$385,975
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2017
Closed on
Jan 6, 2018
Sold by
Shorebird 241
Bought by
Rose Robert J and Rose Carolyn J
Seller's Agent
Gail Cruse
David Lyng Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Gail Cruse
David Lyng Real Estate
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$625,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.76%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2006
Sold by
Taggart Jean and The Taggart Trust
Bought by
Taggart Jean and The Taggart Trust Decedents Tr
Source: Public Records

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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
Wong Daniel $1,030,000 Old Republic Title
Rose Robert J -- Chicago Title Company
Rose Robert J -- Chicago Title Company
Rose Robert J $625,000 First American Title Company
Taggart Jean -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wong Family 2021 Trust $407,000
Open Wong Daniel $700,000
Previous Owner Rose Robert J $385,975
Previous Owner Rose Robert J $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/21/2022 09/21/22 Sold $1,030,000 +0.5% $731 / Sq Ft
08/09/2022 08/09/22 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2022 07/22/22 For Sale $1,025,000 +64.0% $727 / Sq Ft
01/26/2018 01/26/18 Sold $625,000 0.0% $444 / Sq Ft
12/01/2017 12/01/17 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2017 12/01/17 For Sale $625,000 -- $444 / 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 $12,599 $1,030,000 $669,500 $360,500
2022 $8,673 $670,127 $402,076 $268,051
2021 $8,414 $656,987 $394,192 $262,795
2020 $8,292 $650,250 $390,150 $260,100
2019 $8,137 $637,500 $382,500 $255,000
2018 $3,394 $205,776 $88,056 $117,720
2017 $3,349 $201,744 $86,328 $115,416
2016 $3,263 $197,784 $84,632 $113,152
2015 $3,187 $194,816 $83,360 $111,456
2014 $3,117 $191,000 $81,728 $109,272
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gail Cruse

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Gail Cruse

    Sotheby’s International Realty

    (831) 227-9008

    22 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Gail Cruse
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  • Keith Levine

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Keith Levine

    Pajaro Dunes

    (831) 227-3818

    13 in this area

    14 Total Sales

    Keith Levine
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81901310

MLSListings

APN: 052-482-01-000

California Santa Cruz County Watsonville 95076 Pajaro Dunes

101 Shell Dr Unit 241, Watsonville, CA

This home is located at 101 Shell Dr Unit 241, Watsonville, CA 95076 since 22 July 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,169,973, approximately $830 per square foot. This property was built in 1974. 101 Shell Dr Unit 241 is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Landmark Elementary School, Rolling Hills Middle School, and Watsonville High School.

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