NOT LISTED FOR SALE

116 Santa Cruz Ave Aptos, CA 95003

Estimated Value: $1,707,000 - $2,256,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,717 Sq Ft
$1,161/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 30, 2021

Last sale price $1,850,000 $1,077 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,648/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Deck
  • High Ceiling
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Seacliff Mini Park

About This Home

As of March 2021

Did you know, living by the coast improves your physical and mental health? It is true! You'll undoubtedly get some ocean therapy when you move into this home in the coveted quiet Seacliff neighborhood. 116 Santa Cruz Avenue is a stone's throw from one of the best walking beaches in Santa Cruz. You'll fill your days with playing at the beach, surfing the waves, jogging along the beach path, catching sunsets from your deck, grabbing a bite to eat at your favorite local restaurants, and indulging in a scoop of ice cream. In this 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home, you will feel its beach charm when you walk in the front door, from the exposed vaulted wood ceilings, the open kitchen space, to the abundance of light pouring in through the numerous upstairs windows. The fenced-in backyard has plenty of space for the littles, adults, and furry friends to run around. Don't wait any longer; improve your overall well-being by moving into this Seacliff home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ben Strock

eXp Realty of California Inc License #70010201 Listed on: 03/05/2021

eXp Realty of California Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Caroll Basile

Bailey Properties License #02017220

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,489

Year Built

  • 1979

Lot Details

  • 5,401 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,717 Sq Ft Home
  • Inverted Floor Plan
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Ocean Views
  • Laundry in Garage

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Electric Oven
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,489

Year Built

1979

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Zoning: R-1-4
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 42
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1717
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1979

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Log
  • Dining Room: Dining Area In Family Room
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Oven Range - Electric, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 1717
  • Bedrooms: Inverted Floor Plan
  • Laundry: In Garage
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Full On Ground Floor, Shower And Tub, Tile

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter And Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Ocean
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Deck, Fenced
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Mixed Height / Type

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: Mar Vista Elementary
  • Middle School: Aptos Junior High
  • High School: Aptos High
  • High School: 826
  • Elementary School: 812
  • Middle School: 820

Lot Info

  • Lot Acres: 0.1240
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5401.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5401.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2021
Closed on
Mar 26, 2021
Sold by
Mcgunagle Elizabeth E and The Kerins Family Trust
Bought by
Carvell Ian and Prince Suzanne
Seller's Agent
Ben Strock
eXp Realty of California Inc
Buyer's Agent
Caroll Basile
Bailey Properties
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
$500,000
37.04%
Current Estimated Value
$1,992,829

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$142,829
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.51%
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Outstanding Balance
$338,311
Interest Rate
2.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,639,176

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2011
Sold by
Kerins Marcia Jean Hutto and The James H Kerins & Marcia Je
Bought by
Kerins Marcia Jean Hutto and Kerins Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 1996
Sold by
Sharpe Dwight
Bought by
Kerins James and Kerins Marcia J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
8.3%
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
Carvell Ian $1,850,000 Old Republic Title Company
Kerins Marcia Jean Hutto -- None Available
Kerins James $345,000 Santa Clara Land Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Carvell Ian $450,000
Previous Owner Kerins James $120,000
Closed Kerins James $304,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/30/2021 03/30/21 Sold $1,850,000 +37.0% $1,077 / Sq Ft
03/12/2021 03/12/21 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2021 03/05/21 For Sale $1,350,000 -- $786 / 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 $22,489 $2,002,500 $1,602,000 $400,500
2023 $22,094 $1,924,740 $1,539,792 $384,948
2022 $21,667 $1,887,000 $1,509,600 $377,400
2021 $6,753 $519,118 $300,938 $218,180
2020 $6,634 $513,795 $297,852 $215,943
2019 $6,515 $503,721 $292,012 $211,709
2018 $6,334 $493,844 $286,286 $207,558
2017 $6,271 $484,160 $280,672 $203,488
2016 $6,120 $474,667 $275,169 $199,498
2015 $6,042 $467,537 $271,036 $196,501
2014 $5,896 $458,379 $265,727 $192,652
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ben Strock

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Ben Strock

    eXp Realty of California Inc

    (831) 247-0922

    40 in this area

    361 Total Sales

    Ben Strock
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  • Caroll Basile

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Caroll Basile

    Bailey Properties

    (831) 345-2351

    3 in this area

    71 Total Sales

    Caroll Basile
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81832732

MLSListings

APN: 042-091-18-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003

116 Santa Cruz Ave, Aptos, CA

This home is located at 116 Santa Cruz Ave, Aptos, CA 95003 since 05 March 2021 and is currently estimated at $1,992,829, approximately $1,160 per square foot. This property was built in 1979. 116 Santa Cruz Ave is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Mar Vista Elementary School, Aptos Junior High School, and Aptos High School.

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