NOT LISTED FOR SALE

12121 Marlowe Dr Garden Grove, CA 92841

Estimated Value: $929,000 - $987,833

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,870 Sq Ft
$509/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 07, 2023

Last sale price $790,000 $422 Per Sq Ft

Est. 21% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,355/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Community Pool
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Zeyen Elementary School Rated A-
  • Home Office
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of April 2023

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Don't miss an opportunity to own in the exclusive gated community of Touchstone. This rare and spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom single-story, single-family home has a unique and improved floor plan with 1870 square footage of living space. This property has been meticulously taken care of and maintained by the original owner for nearly four decades. Generous sized bedrooms (one outfitted as an office), both a living room and family room, as well as a dedicated dining room make up the custom and functional floor plan, along with a 2-car, fully enclosed garage directly connected to the kitchen. Beautifully landscaped and private backyard complete with a running spring makes this home one of the best properties in Touchstone! The intimate, close-knit 58 home complex has a community Pool, a Spa, and Picnic area that is very picturesque, and park like. The grounds feature mature trees, manicured shrubs, wide streets and detailed landscaping. HOA dues include front yard upkeep, roof maintenance, and stucco and exterior paint preservation. This home is a MUST SEE and won’t last!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Weimer

Weimer & Associates License #00755806 Listed on: 01/18/2023

Co-Listed By

Rebecca Weimer

Weimer & Associates License #01108396

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Ngo

Siena Properties Group Corp License #01273560

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,822

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 6,050 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard

HOA Fees

  • $335 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Planned Development

Interior Spaces

  • 1,870 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Additional Features

  • Suburban Location
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 27
  • Tax Tract Number 6135
  • Assessor Parcel Number 13308239
  • $399 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Touchstone Association, Phone Number (714) 544-7755
  • Diversified Association Management HOA

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,822

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$335 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 13308239
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1870.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 422.46
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: Association, Community
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Barbecue
  • Association Fee: 335.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Touchstone
  • Phone: 714-544-7755
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Planned Development
  • Community Features: Suburban
  • Association Management: Diversified Association Management

Schools

  • School District: Garden Grove Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6050.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1389
  • Latitude Manual: 33.78719300

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6050.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 58
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 881.05
  • Tax Lot: 27
  • Tax Tract Number: 6135
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 399.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 18, 2023
Closed on
Feb 23, 2023
Sold by
Donovan Family Trust
Bought by
Ly Catherine and Ly Hung
Seller's Agent
Scott Weimer
Weimer & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Ngo
Siena Properties Group Corp
List Price
$808,900
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,900
-2.34%
Views
69
Current Estimated Value
$954,608

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$164,608
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.89%
Original Mortgage
$632,000
Outstanding Balance
$612,485
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$353,313

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2002
Sold by
Donovan Walter E and Donovan Diane G
Bought by
Donovan Walter E and Donovan Diane G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$74,014
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2002
Sold by
Donovan Walter E and Donovan Diane G
Bought by
Donovan Walter E and Donovan Diane G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$74,014
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 1996
Sold by
Donovan Walter E and Donovan Diane G
Bought by
Donovan Walter E and Donovan Diane G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 1994
Sold by
Donovan Walter E and Donovan Diane G
Bought by
Donovan Walter E and Donovan Diane G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
3.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 1994
Sold by
Donovan Walter E and Donovan Diane G
Bought by
Donovan Walter E and Donovan Diane G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ly Catherine $790,000 Wfg National Title
Donovan Walter E -- --
Donovan Walter E -- --
Donovan Walter E -- --
Donovan Walter E -- --
Donovan Walter E -- Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ly Catherine $632,000
Previous Owner Donovan Walter E $74,014
Previous Owner Donovan Walter E $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/07/2023 04/07/23 Sold $790,000 -2.3% $422 / Sq Ft
01/18/2023 01/18/23 For Sale $808,900 -- $433 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $9,822 $821,916 $648,654 $173,262
2024 $9,822 $805,800 $635,935 $169,865
2023 $1,664 $113,351 $35,349 $78,002
2022 $1,625 $111,129 $34,656 $76,473
2021 $1,606 $108,950 $33,976 $74,974
2020 $1,585 $107,833 $33,627 $74,206
2019 $1,559 $105,719 $32,968 $72,751
2018 $1,529 $103,647 $32,322 $71,325
2017 $1,506 $101,615 $31,688 $69,927
2016 $1,442 $99,623 $31,067 $68,556
2015 $1,420 $98,127 $30,600 $67,527
2014 $1,386 $96,205 $30,000 $66,205
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW23000997

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 133-082-39