$445,000
SOLD OCT 25, 2013

12522 Montecito Rd Unit 1 Seal Beach, CA 90740

Rossmoor Neighborhood
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,332 Sq Ft
$525/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$334 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

47 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Home fronts a creek
  • Property is near a park
  • Francis Hopkinson Elementary School Rated A
  • Creek or Stream View
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of June 2021

Huge Price Reduction!!!!!!! Priced to sell. This is Rossmoor for Less! Beautiful townhome overlooking Rossmoor homes in Seal Beach with ample natural light via unique architectural designs. Front end townhouse only one of eight with no neighbors on either side. This is as close as it gets to single-family home with a large private circular patio off dining room, 2 car attached garage with washer/dryer, huge en-suite master bedroom with high ceilings and balcony, large open concept loft area upstairs (which can be converted to a 3rd bedroom), spacious living room with high ceilings, custom shutters and window treatments. Pride of ownership radiates throughout with many recent renovations and upgrades including: hardwood birch flooring, remodeled kitchen, remodeled 2nd bathroom, upgraded custom cabinetry and spa tub in master bath, new paneled doors throughout, mirrored wardrobes with custom shelving. Located in the prestigious Los Alamitos school district, close to freeways, walking distance to shopping and restaurants. Enjoy the sea breeze just minutes from the beach and the peaceful babbling creek off the atrium in the downstairs living area.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ua Wong

Keller Williams Realty License #01860383 Listed on: 08/08/2013

Co-Listed By

Jasmin Duran

Keller Williams Coastal Prop License #01509666

Last Buyer's Agent

Gus Quinonez

Proper Real Estate License #01255351

Proper Real Estate

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,013

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • Home fronts a creek
  • 1 Common Wall
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Landscaped

HOA Fees

  • $525 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available

Property Views

  • Creek or Stream
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Modern Architecture
  • Patio Home
  • Turnkey

Interior Spaces

  • 1,332 Sq Ft Home
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Shutters
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Stained Glass
  • Sliding Doors
  • Atrium Doors
  • Dining Room
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • Spa Bath

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Exterior Lighting

Additional Features

  • Property is near a park
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 2
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93581037

Community Details

Overview

  • 20 Units
  • Bridge Creek Villas HOA

Recreation

  • Community Spa

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,013

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$525 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name Other: Bridge Creek Villas (BRCV)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Modern
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93581037
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1332.00
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Atrium Doors, Mirror Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Price Per Square Foot: 334.08
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up
  • Spa Features: Association, Bath
  • Window Features: Custom Covering, Stained Glass, Shutters

Exterior Features

  • View: Neighborhood, Creek/Stream
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Spa/Hot Tub
  • Association Fee: 525.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Bridge Creek Villas HOA
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Los Alamitos Unified

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Patio Home, Park Nearby

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 20
  • Number Of Units Total: 20
  • Waterfront Features: Creek

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2021
Sold by
Keogh Laurie Louise and Pepper Patricia Elaine
Bought by
Biehl Alexis
Current Estimated Value
$686,625

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$436,000
Interest Rate
4.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2019
Closed on
Sep 3, 2019
Sold by
Orr Lisa Ann and Orr William S
Bought by
Keogh Laurie Louise and Pepper Patricia Elaine
Seller's Agent
Jeff Anderson
eXp Realty of California Inc
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Kovach
Corcoran Global Living
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-9.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.80%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2019
Closed on
Aug 28, 2019
Sold by
Keogh Brian
Bought by
Keogh Laurie Louise
Seller's Agent
Jeff Anderson
eXp Realty of California Inc
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Kovach
Corcoran Global Living
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-9.09%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2013
Closed on
Oct 1, 2013
Sold by
Harnish Louis and Harnish Annette
Bought by
Huizenga Lisa A and Orr William S
Seller's Agent
Ua Wong
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gus Quinonez
Proper Real Estate
List Price
$459,000
Sold Price
$445,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-3.05%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.01%
Original Mortgage
$310,000
Interest Rate
4.53%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 2010
Sold by
Masuda Darren and Masuda Capri
Bought by
Harnish Louis and Harnish Annette

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$319,694
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2006
Sold by
Dickinson Scott and Dickinson Patricia
Bought by
Masuda Darren and Weimer Capri

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$515,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 2004
Sold by
Armstrong Sunny
Bought by
Dickinson Scott and Dickinson Patricia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$364,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 2003
Sold by
Armstrong Randy Lee
Bought by
Armstrong Sunny

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2002
Sold by
Ainpour Parviz R
Bought by
Armstrong Randy and Armstrong Sunny

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$41,950
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 1997
Sold by
Engler Edward F and Engler Kathleen J
Bought by
Ainpour Parviz R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,550
Interest Rate
7.42%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 1995
Sold by
Engler J Kathleen and Kathleen Miner J
Bought by
Engler Edward F and Kathleen Engler J
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $545,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $500,000 Western Resources Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Western Resources Title Co
Grant Deed $445,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $324,000 Stewart Title Irvine
Grant Deed $515,000 Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $445,000 Chicago Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $280,000 Commonwealth Title
Grant Deed $178,500 --
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $436,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $310,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $319,694 FHA
Previous Owner $515,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $364,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $85,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $25,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $244,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $41,950 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $223,900 No Value Available
Previous Owner $169,550 No Value Available
Closed $68,250 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2021 06/24/21 Sold $545,000 -0.9% $409 / Sq Ft
02/05/2021 02/05/21 Price Changed $550,000 -5.2% $413 / Sq Ft
11/19/2020 11/19/20 For Sale $580,000 +16.0% $435 / Sq Ft
09/04/2019 09/04/19 Sold $500,000 -9.1% $375 / Sq Ft
08/13/2019 08/13/19 Pending -- -- --
07/24/2019 07/24/19 For Sale $550,000 +23.6% $413 / Sq Ft
10/25/2013 10/25/13 Sold $445,000 0.0% $334 / Sq Ft
09/24/2013 09/24/13 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2013 09/09/13 Price Changed $445,000 -3.1% $334 / Sq Ft
08/08/2013 08/08/13 For Sale $459,000 -- $345 / 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
2024 $7,013 $578,358 $475,365 $102,993
2023 $6,851 $567,018 $466,044 $100,974
2022 $6,820 $555,900 $456,905 $98,995
2021 $6,230 $505,180 $408,659 $96,521
2020 $6,246 $500,000 $404,468 $95,532
2019 $5,933 $489,016 $397,440 $91,576
2018 $5,657 $479,428 $389,647 $89,781
2017 $5,536 $470,028 $382,007 $88,021
2016 $5,428 $460,812 $374,516 $86,296
2015 $5,364 $453,891 $368,891 $85,000
2014 $5,177 $445,000 $361,665 $83,335
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: RS13160526

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 935-810-37