NOT LISTED FOR SALE

115 Almar Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Lighthouse-The Circles Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,252,000 - $4,155,923

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,900 Sq Ft
$1,255/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 14, 2020

Last sale price $3,372,000 $1,163 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $23,100/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

As of September 2020

Just steps to the beach and Santa Cruz surfing! Beautiful, large Craftsman-style home - perfectly situated just off West Cliff Drive, with spectacular coastline and whitewater views. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, plus a study in approximately 2,900 square feet of high quality construction. Multiple-zone radiant-heated travertine and engineered floors throughout. Custom features include high ceilings, plaster walls, many built-ins, granite counters, artistic tiles, and special ironwork by Kirk McNeill. Exotic landscaping and a private courtyard make this the perfect oceanside retreat. Fully furnished so that you can instantly immerse yourself in the carefree coastal lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daniel Brune

Sotheby’s International Realty License #01087136 Listed on: 08/19/2020

Sotheby’s International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Glasgow

David Lyng Real Estate License #00929410

David Lyng Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $39,296

Year Built

  • 2006

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,900 Sq Ft Home
  • Entertainment System
  • High Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Travertine

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Laundry Tub

Home Security

  • Alarm System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Sewer Within 50 Feet

Community Details

  • Courtyard

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$39,296

Year Built

2006

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Zoning: R-1
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Craftsman
  • Age: 14
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 2900
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2006

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area In Living Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Built-In, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 2900
  • Security: Fire Alarm, Fire System - Sprinkler, Security Alarm
  • Bedrooms: Walk-In Closet
  • Laundry: Gas Hookup, Inside, Tub / Sink, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Laminate, Travertine
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Shower Over Tub - 1, Stall Shower - 2+, Tub In Primary Bedroom, Tub With Jets, Tubs - 2+

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Ocean
  • Yard/Grounds: Courtyard
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • Construction Type: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Off-Street Parking, Parking Area

Utilities

  • Heating System: Gas, Heating - 2+ Zones, Radiant
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public, Sewer In Street

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Video / Audio System

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Lot Acres: 0.1400
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6098.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6098.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Natural Gas, Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 19, 2020
Closed on
Sep 11, 2020
Sold by
West Side Coastal Holdings Llc
Bought by
Schwanfelder Nancy H and Nancy H Schwanfelder Revocable
Seller's Agent
Daniel Brune
Sotheby’s International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Glasgow
David Lyng Real Estate
List Price
$3,390,000
Sold Price
$3,372,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,000
-0.53%
Current Estimated Value
$3,638,481

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$266,481
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.55%
Original Mortgage
$2,360,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,108,560
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,529,921

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2006
Sold by
Dillingham Donald and Dillingham Barbara
Bought by
Boberg Richard Wayne and Boberg Jacqueline Shillea

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2002
Sold by
Dillingham Donald and Dillingham Barbara
Bought by
Dillingham Donald and Dillingham Barbara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
6.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2001
Sold by
Froid Curtis M and Vega Lucille
Bought by
Dillingham Donald and Dillingham Barbara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Schwanfelder Nancy H $3,372,000 First American Title Company
Boberg Richard Wayne $2,950,000 None Available
Dillingham Donald -- First American Title Co
Dillingham Donald $1,100,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Schwanfelder Nancy H $2,360,000
Previous Owner Dillingham Donald $250,000
Previous Owner Dillingham Donald $650,000
Previous Owner Dillingham Donald $650,000
Closed Dillingham Donald $175,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/14/2020 09/14/20 Sold $3,372,000 -0.5% $1,163 / Sq Ft
08/29/2020 08/29/20 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2020 08/19/20 For Sale $3,390,000 +18.9% $1,169 / Sq Ft
12/30/2014 12/30/14 Sold $2,850,000 0.0% $950 / Sq Ft
11/24/2014 11/24/14 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2014 07/15/14 Off Market $2,850,000 -- --
07/15/2014 07/15/14 For Sale $2,850,000 -- $950 / 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
2025 $39,296 $3,649,961 $2,919,969 $729,992
2023 $38,805 $3,508,229 $2,806,583 $701,646
2022 $38,356 $3,439,440 $2,751,552 $687,888
2021 $37,531 $3,372,000 $2,697,600 $674,400
2020 $35,036 $3,131,977 $2,472,613 $659,364
2019 $34,296 $3,070,566 $2,424,131 $646,435
2018 $33,895 $3,010,359 $2,376,599 $633,760
2017 $33,448 $2,951,332 $2,329,999 $621,333
2016 $31,532 $2,893,463 $2,284,313 $609,150
2015 $31,128 $2,850,000 $2,250,000 $600,000
2014 $27,149 $2,476,796 $1,973,045 $503,751
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Daniel Brune

    Sotheby’s International Realty

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  • Michael Glasgow

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Michael Glasgow

    David Lyng Real Estate

    (831) 239-9662

    1 in this area

    20 Total Sales

    Michael Glasgow
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Lynne Bucher

    David Lyng Real Estate

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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Cheryl Hinchman

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81806832

MLSListings

APN: 003-292-11-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95060 Lighthouse-The Circles

115 Almar Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 115 Almar Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 since 19 August 2020 and is currently estimated at $3,638,481, approximately $1,254 per square foot. This property was built in 2006. 115 Almar Ave is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Bay View Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School, and Santa Cruz High School.

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