NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1051 Via Tornasol Aptos, CA 95003

Rio del Mar Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,014,000 - $1,135,627

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,318 Sq Ft
$538/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold November 12, 2020

Last sale price $899,000 $682 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,593/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Bathroom on Main Level

About This Home

As of November 2020

Situated in a coveted front-row location of the Sandpiper community, this well maintained and beautifully appointed condo is on the bluff above Seascape Beach Estates in an exclusive neighborhood setting. Perfect for either a vacation home at the beach or as a primary home with convenient beach access, it is also located in the highly desirable Aptos/Rio Del Mar school district. With a beautiful patio off the living area in front, and an updated kitchen with a cozy patio in back offering a view toward the pool, this home offers relaxation on every level. This is a rare opportunity in a highly sought-after and exclusive beach side neighborhood, walking distance to the beach and Seascape Golf Course as well as to the shops and restaurants in nearby Seascape Village. Includes a 2 car garage, two community swimming pools, and miles of endless sandy beaches. Come live the good life along the Monterey Bay coast in beautiful Aptos!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Lavigne

Michael Lavigne Real Estate License #01782392 Listed on: 10/01/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Karen DiLullo

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01721318

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,367

Year Built

  • 1974

Lot Details

  • 566

HOA Fees

  • $538 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Guest Parking

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,318 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Separate Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Separate Meters

Additional Features

  • Private Pool
  • West Facing Home

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area electricity, garbage, insurance - common area, maintenance - common area, pool spa or tennis, reserves, roof, water
  • Sandpiper Association

Amenities

  • Courtyard

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,367

Year Built

1974

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$538 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Zoning: RM-3
  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Restrictions: Age - No Restrictions
  • Age: 46
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1318
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1974

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 1318
  • Stories: 2
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Full On Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower Over Tub - 1, Stall Shower

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Pool Description: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Courtyard
  • Property Faces: West
  • Pool: Community Facility
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Sandpiper
  • HOA Fees: 538
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Electricity, Garbage, Insurance - Common Area, Maintenance - Common Area, Pool, Spa, Or Tennis, Reserves, Roof, Water
  • HOA Exist: Yes
  • H O A Name Text: Sandpiper

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: Rio del Mar Elementary
  • High School: Aptos High
  • High School: 826
  • Elementary School: 815

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Natural Gas

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2020
Closed on
Nov 10, 2020
Sold by
Cellura Michael Todd and Cellura Dinasha Ann
Bought by
Girard Robyn Marie and The Girard Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Michael Lavigne
Michael Lavigne Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Karen DiLullo
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$899,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,096,407

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$197,407
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.96%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2016
Sold by
Cellura Michael Todd and Cellura Dinasha Ann
Bought by
Cellura Michael Todd and Cellura Dinasha Ann

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2015
Closed on
Jun 22, 2015
Sold by
Inouye Hiro and The Inouye 1995 Living Trust
Bought by
Cellura Michael Todd and Cellura Dinasha Ann
Seller's Agent
Brigette O'Connor
Intero Real Estate Services
Buyer's Agent
Michael Lavigne
Michael Lavigne Real Estate
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$695,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.57%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.92%
Original Mortgage
$486,500
Interest Rate
3.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2010
Sold by
Inouye Hiro and The Inouye 1995 Living Trust
Bought by
Inouye Hiro and The Inouye 1995 Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 1995
Sold by
Inouye Hiro and Inouye Chiyoko
Bought by
Inouye Hiro and Inouye Chiyoko
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
Girard Robyn Marie $899,000 First American Title Company
Cellura Michael Todd -- None Available
Cellura Michael Todd $695,000 Old Republic Title Company
Inouye Hiro -- None Available
Inouye Hiro -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Cellura Michael Todd $486,500
Previous Owner Inouye Hiro $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/12/2020 11/12/20 Sold $899,000 0.0% $682 / Sq Ft
10/12/2020 10/12/20 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2020 10/01/20 For Sale $899,000 +29.4% $682 / Sq Ft
06/25/2015 06/25/15 Sold $695,000 -0.6% $527 / Sq Ft
05/26/2015 05/26/15 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2015 05/19/15 For Sale $699,000 -- $530 / 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 $11,367 $935,320 $607,958 $327,362
2022 $11,131 $916,980 $596,037 $320,943
2021 $10,816 $899,000 $584,350 $314,650
2020 $9,272 $763,763 $572,822 $190,941
2019 $9,110 $748,787 $561,590 $187,197
2018 $8,867 $734,105 $550,579 $183,526
2017 $8,787 $719,711 $539,783 $179,928
2016 $8,549 $705,599 $529,199 $176,400
2015 $3,122 $209,288 $114,892 $94,396
2014 -- $205,188 $112,642 $92,546
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Lavigne

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Michael Lavigne

    Michael Lavigne Real Estate

    (831) 689-9784

    6 in this area

    28 Total Sales

    Michael Lavigne
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  • Karen DiLullo

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Karen DiLullo

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (408) 603-8525

    1 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Karen DiLullo
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  • Brigette O'Connor

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Brigette O'Connor

    Intero Real Estate Services

    (408) 813-9446

    1 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Brigette O'Connor
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Charles Talman

    Bankers Hill Capital, Inc

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81813523

MLSListings

APN: 054-211-22-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Rio del Mar

1051 Via Tornasol, Aptos, CA

This home is located at 1051 Via Tornasol, Aptos, CA 95003 since 01 October 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,096,407, approximately $831 per square foot. This property was built in 1974. 1051 Via Tornasol is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Aptos Junior High School, and Aptos High School.

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