NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1073 Via Tornasol Aptos, CA 95003

Rio del Mar Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,061,000 - $1,175,424

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,849 Sq Ft
871 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 7, 2019

Last sale price $805,000 $435 Per Sq Ft

Est. 39% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,028 / mo

132 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Rio Del Mar Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom

About This Home

As of February 2019

Beach living made easy in this large, light-filled home, surrounded by multi-million dollar properties. Wonderful end unit in the highly desirable Sandpiper community. Soaring ceilings, open concept design, separate dining room, family room and living room. Three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, master suite with fireplace and LOTS of closet space. End unit provides privacy, while both inside and out on the patio. Great location near one of the two pools and guest parking. Large patio with plenty of room to relax and enjoy the sun, ocean breeze and sound of the waves on quiet evenings. This home offers that special "coastal lifestyle" you've been searching for. A short stroll to one of Seascape's most beautiful beaches, golf, dining and more. Take a dip in the pool or wander the seashore, the beach life is calling you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amber Melenudo

David Lyng Real Estate License #01921098 Listed on: 08/30/2018

David Lyng Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Patricia Kindig

David Lyng Real Estate License #01290054

David Lyng Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 871

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Guest Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,849 Sq Ft Home
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Separate Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Outdoor Features

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 220 Volts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 054-211-47-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include common area electricity, exterior painting, garbage, insurance - common area, insurance - liability, insurance - structure, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - common area, pool spa or tennis, reserves, roof, water
  • Sandpiper HOA
  • Built by Sandpiper

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

871 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Restrictions: Pets - Allowed
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1849
  • Complex Name: Sandpiper
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Zoning Description: RM-3
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo, Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Countertop - Tile, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range, Pantry
  • Living Sq Ft: 1849
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Half on Ground Floor, Primary - Tub with Jets, Showers over Tubs - 2+, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Pool Description: Community Facility, Pool - Heated, Pool - In Ground
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio
  • Pool: Yes

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 525
  • HOA Amenities: Community Pool
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Electricity, Exterior Painting, Garbage, Insurance - Common Area, Insurance - Liability, Insurance - Structure, Landscaping / Gardening, Maintenance - Common Area, Pool, Spa, or Tennis, Reserves, Roof, Water
  • H O A Name Text: Sandpiper HOA
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • High School: 826

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 054-211-47-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.0200
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 871.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 871.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Rio del Mar Elementary
  • High School Text: Aptos High
  • Middle School Text: Aptos Junior High

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 30, 2018
Closed on
Feb 4, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Amber Melenudo
David Lyng Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Kindig
David Lyng Real Estate
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$805,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,000
-5.18%
Current Estimated Value
$1,115,356

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$310,356
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.52%
Original Mortgage
$644,000
Outstanding Balance
$566,191
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$549,165

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$264,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$239,000
Interest Rate
1.25%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$805,000 Old Republic Title Company
-- Accommodation
-- Old Republic Title Company
-- Accommodation
-- Old Republic Title Company
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $644,000
Previous Owner $264,000
Previous Owner $239,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/07/2019 02/07/19 Sold $805,000 -2.3% $435 / Sq Ft
01/10/2019 01/10/19 Pending -- -- --
11/28/2018 11/28/18 Price Changed $824,000 -2.5% $446 / Sq Ft
10/23/2018 10/23/18 Price Changed $845,000 -0.5% $457 / Sq Ft
08/30/2018 08/30/18 For Sale $849,000 -- $459 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History

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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 $12,053 $897,993 $763,294 $134,699
2023 $10,586 $863,122 $733,654 $129,468
2022 $10,363 $846,199 $719,269 $126,930
2021 $10,060 $829,607 $705,166 $124,441
2020 $9,894 $821,100 $697,935 $123,165
2019 $4,611 $334,857 $153,078 $181,779
2018 $4,482 $328,290 $150,076 $178,214
2017 $4,433 $321,858 $147,136 $174,722
2016 $4,235 $315,546 $144,250 $171,296
2015 $4,162 $310,806 $142,084 $168,722
2014 $4,060 $304,716 $139,300 $165,416
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Amber Melenudo

    David Lyng Real Estate

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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Patricia Kindig

    David Lyng Real Estate

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81721135

MLSListings

APN: 054-211-47-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Rio del Mar

1073 Via Tornasol, Aptos, CA

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