NOT LISTED FOR SALE

115 Driftwood Ct Aptos, CA 95003

Rio del Mar Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,522,000 - $1,671,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,610 Sq Ft
$1,004/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 17, 2015

Last sale price $950,000 $590 Per Sq Ft

Est. 70% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,564/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • High Ceiling
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of June 2015

Wonderful single level 3/2 home in coveted area of RIo Del Mar/Seascape. Great open floor plan with beautifully remodeled kitchen, newer bathrooms. Lots of natural light and indoor/outdoor living spaces. Almost 300 sq feet of decking, surrounded by amazing gardens with many drought tolerant plants, plus gas fire pit and hot tub. Come see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gloria Behman

Bailey Properties License #01483481 Listed on: 05/14/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Joanne Thompson

Bailey Properties License #01463503

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Zoning described as R-1-5

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Guest Parking
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,610 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Security Lights
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Fire Pit
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 220 Volts
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 054-051-05-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Traditional
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1610
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Zoning Description: R-1-5
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Eat in Kitchen, No Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Hookups - Gas, Oven Range - Electric, Pantry Cabinet
  • Living Sq Ft: 1610
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Security Lights
  • Laundry: Hookups Only
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Roof: Rolled Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Fire Pit, Low Maintenance, Porch - Enclosed, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Fencing: Fenced Back
  • Construction Type: Wood

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • High School: 826

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Sloped Up
  • Parcel Number: 054-051-05-000
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 12632.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 12632.00
  • Soil: Clay, Loam

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Natural Gas

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

Listed on
May 14, 2015
Closed on
Jun 15, 2015
Sold by
Meusel Charles and Meusel Lorraine
Bought by
The Lovejoy Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Gloria Behman
Bailey Properties
Buyer's Agent
Joanne Thompson
Bailey Properties
List Price
$939,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.17%
Current Estimated Value
$1,616,084

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$666,084
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2012
Sold by
Meusel Charles R and Meusel Lorraine
Bought by
Meusel Charles and Meusel Lorraine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$235,000
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 2010
Sold by
Meusel Charles R and Meusel Lorraine A
Bought by
Meusel Charles and Meusel Lorraine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 20, 2009
Sold by
Meusel Charles and Meusel Lorraine
Bought by
Meusel Charles R and Meusel Lorraine A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2009
Sold by
Meusel Charles R and Meusel Lorraine A
Bought by
Meusel Charles and Meusel Lorraine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2006
Sold by
Meusel Charles R and Meusel Lorraine A
Bought by
Meusel Charles and Meusel Lorraine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 1997
Sold by
Kohls Ruth M
Bought by
Meusel Charles R and Meusel Lorraine A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
7.22%
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
The Lovejoy Family Trust $950,000 Stewart Title Of Ca Inc
Meusel Charles -- Stewart Title Of California
Meusel Charles R -- Stewart Title Of California
Meusel Charles -- None Available
Meusel Charles R -- Stewart Title Of California
Meusel Charles -- Stewart Title Of California
Meusel Charles R -- Stewart Title Of California
Meusel Charles -- None Available
Meusel Charles R $355,500 Santa Cruz Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Meusel Charles R $235,000
Previous Owner Meusel Charles R $50,000
Previous Owner Meusel Charles R $260,000
Previous Owner Meusel Charles R $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/17/2015 06/17/15 Sold $950,000 +1.2% $590 / Sq Ft
05/20/2015 05/20/15 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2015 05/14/15 For Sale $939,000 -- $583 / 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 $13,455 $1,141,759 $856,319 $285,440
2023 $13,190 $1,097,423 $823,067 $274,356
2022 $12,991 $1,075,904 $806,928 $268,976
2021 $12,640 $1,054,808 $791,106 $263,702
2020 $12,434 $1,043,992 $782,994 $260,998
2019 $12,215 $1,023,521 $767,641 $255,880
2018 $11,891 $1,003,453 $752,590 $250,863
2017 $11,788 $983,777 $737,833 $245,944
2016 $11,492 $964,488 $723,366 $241,122
2015 $6,067 $472,321 $283,391 $188,930
2014 $5,806 $463,069 $277,840 $185,229
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gloria Behman

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Gloria Behman

    Bailey Properties

    (831) 588-0622

    2 in this area

    22 Total Sales

    Gloria Behman
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Joanne Thompson

    Bailey Properties

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81465214

MLSListings

APN: 054-051-05-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Rio del Mar

115 Driftwood Ct, Aptos, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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