NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1109 Via Tornasol Aptos, CA 95003

Rio del Mar Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,030,000 - $1,175,309

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,420 Sq Ft
$772/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 18, 2016

Last sale price $770,000 $542 Per Sq Ft

Est. 42% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,977/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Ocean View
  • Deck
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Gated Community
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of July 2016

This gorgeous 2 bedroom, 2 bath town home in gated Colony II beach community has been remodeled with high end materials throughout, including granite counters , plantation shutters, custom cabinets, tile floors and more. This west facing corner unit faces the greenbelt and the beach. This immaculate unit features high soaring ceilings and ample windows provide natural light. The upstairs master suite has a jet tub, large walk-in closet, and wonderful ocean view. The loft is currently used as an office and can be used for sleeping area. The 2 car garage is finished with custom floor-to-ceiling storage cabinets. This incredible home is surrounded by multi-million dollar homes and is located one block from beach. A private beach gate to sand and quiet cul-de-sac location makes this a perfect family home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bruce Rettig

Cheshire-rio Realty License #01172053 Listed on: 05/24/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Diane Molnar

David Lyng Real Estate License #01053522

David Lyng Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,462

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • 1,002 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Secured Garage or Parking
  • Guest Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Bay
  • Skyline
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,420 Sq Ft Home
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Formal Entry
  • Great Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Den
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Gas Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Stone Countertops In Bathroom
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Sinks
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Separate Meters
  • Individual Gas Meter
  • Water Treatment System
  • Sewer Within 50 Feet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 054-391-66-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include exterior painting, garbage, insurance - common area, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, maintenance - road, management fee, reserves, roof, water / sewer
  • 25 Units
  • Colony 11 H.O.A Association
  • Built by COLONY 11
  • Rental Restrictions

Recreation

  • Community Beach Access

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Dogs Allowed

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,462

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Townhouse
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Restrictions: Age - No Restrictions, Park Rental Restrictions, Pets - Allowed, Pets - Dogs Permitted, Pets - Number Restrictions
  • Age: 31
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 25
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1420
  • Complex Name: COLONY 11
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Zoning Description: RM-3
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo, Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Starter, Yes
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Room, Dining Area in Family Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hookups - Gas, Hookups - Ice Maker, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven - Gas, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Gas, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1420
  • Security: Controlled / Secured Access, Secured Garage / Parking
  • Laundry: Dryer, Hookup - Electric, Hookup - Washer/Dryer, Washer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Formal Entry, Great Room, Loft, Office Area, Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Granite, Shower and Tub, Skylight, Stall Shower, Stone, Tile, Tub with Jets, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, Greenbelt, Ocean
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, Deck

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected, Sewer in Street

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 418
  • HOA Amenities: Beach Rights, Community Security Gate
  • Association Fees Include: Exterior Painting, Garbage, Insurance - Common Area, Landscaping / Gardening, Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior, Maintenance - Road, Management Fee, Reserves, Roof, Water / Sewer
  • H O A Name Text: COLONY 11 H.O.A
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: Rio del Mar Elementary
  • Middle School: Aptos Junior High
  • High School: Aptos High
  • High School: 826
  • Elementary School: 815
  • Middle School: 820

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Paved, Pond On Site, Views
  • Parcel Number: 054-391-66-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.0230
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 1001.88
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 1001.88

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters, 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

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2020
Sold by
Kennedy Caroline
Bought by
Kennedy Caroline
Total Days on Market
8
Current Estimated Value
$1,095,827

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 24, 2016
Closed on
Jul 12, 2016
Sold by
Finley Ii Frank Hunter and Finley Linda K
Bought by
Kennedy Caroline
Seller's Agent
Bruce Rettig
Cheshire-rio Realty
Buyer's Agent
Diane Molnar
David Lyng Real Estate
List Price
$769,000
Sold Price
$770,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.13%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.54%
Original Mortgage
$63,000
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2005
Sold by
Finley Frank H and Finley Linda K
Bought by
Finley Ii Frank Hunter and Finley Linda K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2004
Sold by
Finley Frank H and Finley Linda K
Bought by
Finley Ii Frank H and Finley Linda K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$528,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2001
Sold by
Almeida Fabio Desouza
Bought by
Finley Frank H and Finley Linda K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Interest Rate
7.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 1999
Sold by
Risso Albert R
Bought by
Almeida Fabio Desouza

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
7.64%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 1999
Sold by
Karen A
Bought by
Risso Albert R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
7.64%
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
Kennedy Caroline -- None Available
Kennedy Caroline $770,000 First American Title Company
Finley Ii Frank Hunter -- --
Finley Ii Frank H -- Old Republic Title Company
Finley Frank H $525,000 First American Title Co
Almeida Fabio Desouza -- First American Title Co
Almeida Fabio Desouza $395,000 First American Title Co
Risso Albert R -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kennedy Caroline $335,000
Closed Kennedy Caroline $63,000
Closed Kennedy Caroline $417,000
Previous Owner Finley Frank H $100,000
Previous Owner Finley Ii Frank H $528,000
Previous Owner Finley Frank H $444,000
Previous Owner Finley Ii Frank H $54,000
Previous Owner Finley Frank H $420,000
Previous Owner Almeida Fabio Desouza $240,000
Closed Finley Frank H $78,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2016 07/18/16 Sold $770,000 +0.1% $542 / Sq Ft
06/02/2016 06/02/16 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2016 05/24/16 For Sale $769,000 -- $542 / 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 $10,462 $858,949 $644,212 $214,737
2022 $10,240 $842,108 $631,581 $210,527
2021 $9,937 $825,596 $619,197 $206,399
2020 $9,772 $817,131 $612,848 $204,283
2019 $9,600 $801,108 $600,831 $200,277
2018 $9,343 $785,400 $589,050 $196,350
2017 $9,273 $770,000 $577,500 $192,500
2016 $8,065 $668,274 $400,964 $267,310
2015 $7,984 $658,236 $394,941 $263,295
2014 $7,538 $621,593 $372,956 $248,637
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Bruce Rettig

    Cheshire-rio Realty

  • Diane Molnar

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Diane Molnar

    David Lyng Real Estate

    (831) 234-0315

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81587166

MLSListings

APN: 054-391-66-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Rio del Mar

1109 Via Tornasol, Aptos, CA

This home is located at 1109 Via Tornasol, Aptos, CA 95003 since 24 May 2016 and is currently estimated at $1,095,827, approximately $771 per square foot. This property was built in 1985. 1109 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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