NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1212 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Lighthouse-The Circles Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,620,000 - $3,773,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,141 Sq Ft
$1,175/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 20, 2024

Last sale price $3,625,000 $1,154 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $22,681/month

423 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Open to Family Room
  • Dining Room
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Log Fireplace

About This Home

As of September 2024

This magnificent oceanfront three-level home features 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, and 180° views of the Monterey Bay, Steamer's Lane, and the Santa Cruz Lighthouse. The main floor opens to a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace, large kitchen, and a wraparound deck for enjoying the ocean breeze and sunshine. Also on the second level is a half bath, bedroom, and the primary suite with an ensuite bathroom and private deck. Head upstairs to the third level where you'll find a bonus room, lounge with a wet bar, and an additional patio. The expansive lower level provides the potential for multi-generational living, an au pair suite, or a second-income unit. Take advantage of the abundant off-street parking with two driveways and two garages, including one at the back of the house. Beautifully landscaped, the outdoor living space is just as impressive as the inside. This dream home is the perfect retreat for anyone seeking the ultimate in coastal living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sam Bird-Robinson

Compass License #01901727 Listed on: 04/14/2023

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $36,167

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 6,795 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,141 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Open to Family Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 003-293-19

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$36,167

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 39
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3141
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Zoning Description: R
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Dining Room: No Formal Dining Room
  • Living Sq Ft: 3141
  • Stories: 3
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Roof: Tile

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 003-293-19
  • Lot Acres: 0.1560
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6795.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6795.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2023
Closed on
Sep 10, 2024
Sold by
Nason Norman A and Nason Nancy J
Bought by
Greene David Erik and Lachner Amber
Seller's Agent
Sam Bird-Robinson
Compass
List Price
$4,790,000
Sold Price
$3,625,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,165,000
-24.32%
Views
728
Current Estimated Value
$3,691,359

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$66,359
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.32%
Original Mortgage
$2,537,500
Outstanding Balance
$2,513,859
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,122,594

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2007
Sold by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K
Bought by
Nason Norman A and Nason Nancy J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 2003
Sold by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K
Bought by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2003
Sold by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K
Bought by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 2001
Sold by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K
Bought by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
7.06%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 26, 2001
Sold by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K
Bought by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
7.06%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 1994
Sold by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K
Bought by
Lechner Ronald T and Lechner Karen K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
7.09%
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
Greene David Erik $3,625,000 First American Title Company
Nason Norman A $2,500,000 First American Title Company
Lechner Ronald T -- --
Lechner Ronald T -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Lechner Ronald T -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Lechner Ronald T -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Lechner Ronald T -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Lechner Ronald T -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Greene David Erik $2,537,500
Previous Owner Nason Norman A $40,000
Previous Owner Nason Norman $48,000
Previous Owner Nason Norman $165,000
Previous Owner Nason Norman A $150,000
Previous Owner Nason Norman A $65,000
Previous Owner Nason Norman A $215,000
Previous Owner Nason Norman A $415,000
Previous Owner Nason Norman $220,000
Previous Owner Nason Norman A $1,100,000
Previous Owner Nason Norman A $800,000
Previous Owner Lechner Ronald T $150,000
Previous Owner Lechner Ronald T $320,000
Previous Owner Lechner Ronald T $275,000
Previous Owner Lechner Ronald T $150,000
Previous Owner Lechner Ronald T $180,000
Previous Owner Lechner Ronald T $140,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/20/2024 09/20/24 Sold $3,625,000 -4.4% $1,154 / Sq Ft
06/11/2024 06/11/24 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2024 04/27/24 Price Changed $3,790,000 -8.7% $1,207 / Sq Ft
03/27/2024 03/27/24 Price Changed $4,150,000 -8.8% $1,321 / Sq Ft
11/14/2023 11/14/23 Price Changed $4,550,000 -3.0% $1,449 / Sq Ft
09/26/2023 09/26/23 Price Changed $4,690,000 -2.1% $1,493 / Sq Ft
04/14/2023 04/14/23 For Sale $4,790,000 -- $1,525 / 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 $36,167 $3,625,000 $2,825,000 $800,000
2023 $35,717 $3,219,418 $2,511,146 $708,272
2022 $35,305 $3,156,292 $2,461,908 $694,384
2021 $34,548 $3,094,404 $2,413,635 $680,769
2020 $34,270 $3,062,675 $2,388,886 $673,789
2019 $33,546 $3,002,622 $2,342,045 $660,577
2018 $33,155 $2,943,748 $2,296,123 $647,625
2017 $31,566 $2,783,200 $2,170,899 $612,301
2016 $28,129 $2,577,037 $2,010,089 $566,948
2015 $26,596 $2,431,167 $1,896,310 $534,857
2014 $24,042 $2,190,240 $1,708,387 $481,853
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sam Bird-Robinson

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Sam Bird-Robinson

    Compass

    (831) 515-8582

    16 in this area

    115 Total Sales

    Sam Bird-Robinson
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81924717

MLSListings

APN: 003-293-19-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95060 Lighthouse-The Circles

1212 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 1212 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 since 14 April 2023 and is currently estimated at $3,691,359, approximately $1,175 per square foot. This property was built in 1984. 1212 W Cliff Dr 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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