NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1224 Darwin Dr Oceanside, CA 92056

Guajome Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,083,000 - $1,133,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,172 Sq Ft
$508/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 18, 2015

Last sale price $541,000 $249 Per Sq Ft

Est. 104% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,608/month

45 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bluff on Lot
  • Retreat
  • Private Yard
  • Empresa Elementary School Rated A-
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of August 2015

High atop a bluff with no neighbors in front lies this pristine view home with downstairs bedroom and full bath. Updated kitchen features rich expresso cabinets, island, high ceilings and windows overlooking back yard. Dramatic double staircase to both kitchen and entry. Lofty 2-story living and dining areas with oversize windows. Lush views from master retreat with 10x10 sitting area perfect for yoga, office or crib. (Could be 5th bedroom) Two front bedrooms with jack-n-jill bath. This home boasts ocean breezes with no neighbors in front. Rear neighbors downhill means views from front and back. Stately queen palms in front and back highlight lush landscaping. Above ground spa conveys. Empressa Elementary K-5 API 863. Roosevelt Middle API 816 and Gold Ribbon Vista High School. LARGE 13-ACRE ACROSS STREET MIGHT ACCOMMODATE JUST 3 HOMES DUE TO ENDANGERED PLANT (THREADLEAF BRODEIA) LOCATED ON A PORTION OF THE PARCEL USAGE IS LIMITED.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Lambert

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01131476 Listed on: 05/22/2015

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Donald Hickey

Aloha Don Real Estate License #01319016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,101

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • 7,362 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cross Fenced
  • Bluff on Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Concrete Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,172 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 159-261-03-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,101

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean/Spanish
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: Coastal North
  • Cross Street: Santa Fe
  • Neighborhood: Oceanside
  • Supplement: This home boasts ocean breezes with no neighbors in front. Rear neighbors downhill means views from front and back. Stately queen palms in front and back highlight lush landscaping. Above ground spa conveys. Empressa Elementary K-5 API 863. Roosevelt Middle API 816 and Gold Ribbon Vista High School. LARGE 13-ACRE ACROSS STREET MIGHT ACCOMMODATE JUST 3 HOMES DUE TO ENDANGERED PLANT (THREADLEAF BRODEIA) LOCATED ON A PORTION OF THE PARCEL USAGE IS LIMITED.
  • LP / Sq Ft: 251.38
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 249.08
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 249.08
  • Stories: 2 Story
  • Stories In Building: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Family Room
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Den, Dining Area, Family Room, Master Retreat, Office
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15x13
  • Optional Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2172
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Cross Fencing
  • Roof: Concrete
  • Exclusive Use Yard: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Spaces Total: 6

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Building: 1
  • Entry Level Unit: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: OCEANSIDE

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 SF
  • Topography: Bluff/Canyon Rim, Level
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 159-261-03-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 7362
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.169

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2019
Sold by
Stebbins Jeffery L and Stebbins Crystal S
Bought by
Stebbins Jeffery L and Stebbins Crystal C
Current Estimated Value
$1,104,111

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$491,000
Outstanding Balance
$387,288
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$687,205

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2015
Closed on
Jul 14, 2015
Sold by
Hogan Harry P and Hogan Shelly L
Bought by
Stebbins Jeffrey L and Simpson Crystal S
Seller's Agent
Michael Lambert
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Donald Hickey
Aloha Don Real Estate
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$541,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.09%
Original Mortgage
$531,201
Interest Rate
3.98%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2001
Sold by
Brogan Michael M and Brogan Laurie E
Bought by
Hogan Harry P and Hogan Shelly L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,200
Interest Rate
7.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2000
Sold by
Medici Rebecca
Bought by
Medici Kenneth N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
7.9%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2000
Sold by
Trust 12-09-98 Medici Kenneth N Nsns & Medici and Medici Nicholas
Bought by
Brogan Michael M and Brogan Laurie E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
7.9%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2000
Sold by
Medici N & R Trust 12-09-98 and Nicholas
Bought by
Medici Nicholas and Medici Ruth D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 1998
Sold by
Medici Ruth D
Bought by
Medici Nicholas and Medici Ruth D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 1994
Sold by
Medici Nicholas and Medici Ruth
Bought by
Medici Nicholas and Medici Ruth

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 1993
Sold by
Kaufman And Broad Of San Diego Inc
Bought by
Medici Nicholas and Medici Ruth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,900
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
Stebbins Jeffery L -- Fidelity National Title Co
Stebbins Jeffrey L $541,000 Equity Title San Diego
Hogan Harry P $319,000 Fidelity National Title
Medici Kenneth N -- American Title Ins Co
Brogan Michael M $285,000 American Title Ins Co
Medici Nicholas -- --
Medici Nicholas -- --
Medici Nicholas -- --
Medici Nicholas -- --
Medici Nicholas -- --
Medici Nicholas -- --
Medici Nicholas $186,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Stebbins Jeffery L $491,000
Closed Stebbins Jeffrey L $531,201
Previous Owner Hogan Harry P $348,500
Previous Owner Hogan Harry P $50,000
Previous Owner Hogan Harry P $30,000
Previous Owner Hogan Harry P $305,000
Previous Owner Hogan Harry P $295,000
Previous Owner Hogan Harry P $255,200
Previous Owner Brogan Michael M $228,000
Previous Owner Medici Nicholas $70,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/18/2015 08/18/15 Sold $541,000 -0.9% $249 / Sq Ft
07/05/2015 07/05/15 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2015 06/18/15 Price Changed $546,000 -0.7% $251 / Sq Ft
05/21/2015 05/21/15 For Sale $550,000 -- $253 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

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 $7,101 $640,424 $224,702 $415,722
2024 $7,101 $627,868 $220,297 $407,571
2023 $6,927 $615,558 $215,978 $399,580
2022 $6,901 $603,490 $211,744 $391,746
2021 $6,743 $591,658 $207,593 $384,065
2020 $6,715 $585,592 $205,465 $380,127
2019 $6,613 $574,111 $201,437 $372,674
2018 $6,291 $562,855 $197,488 $365,367
2017 $6,171 $551,819 $193,616 $358,203
2016 $6,025 $541,000 $189,820 $351,180
2015 $4,468 $392,098 $137,575 $254,523
2014 $4,359 $384,419 $134,881 $249,538
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Michael Lambert

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • D

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Donald Hickey

    Aloha Don Real Estate

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 150027624

San Diego MLS

APN: 159-261-03

California San Diego County Oceanside 92056 Guajome

1224 Darwin Dr, Oceanside, CA

This home is located at 1224 Darwin Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056 since 22 May 2015 and is currently estimated at $1,104,111, approximately $508 per square foot. This property was built in 1994. 1224 Darwin Dr is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Empresa Elementary School, Roosevelt Middle School, and Vista High School.

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