$190,000
SOLD MAY 2, 2024

1297 China Sea Ave Thermal, CA 92274

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,292 Sq Ft
10,245 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$147 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Living Room
  • No HOA
  • <<tubWithShowerToken>>
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of May 2024

Experience desert living with this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled in the heart of Vista Del Mar in Salton Sea. Boasting a spacious fenced-in lot spanning .23 acres, this residence offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the tranquility and freedom of expansive outdoor space. Spacious 2nd bedroom has the ability to transform home from 2-bedroom to a 3-bedroom home. Modern upgrades include a newer electrical panel and garage door, ensuring both safety and convenience. Whether you dream of creating a desert garden, setting up outdoor entertainment areas or simply enjoy the open space, this property offers limitless opportunities for customization and enjoyment. Conveniently located only 5 miles from the Red Earth Casino & Travel Center, enjoy easy access to entertainment, dining and recreational activities!Discover the freedom of desert living, by scheduling a showing today! Make this spacious lot oasis your new home in Salton Sea!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Darin Eppich

Robust Real Estate License #02067515 Listed on: 04/04/2024

Co-Listed By

Corey Nelson

Robust Real Estate License #01462372

Last Buyer's Agent

Gabino Gomez Saenz III

License #01982966

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,214

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 10,245 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,292 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • <<OvenToken>>
  • Electric Cooktop
  • <<microwave>>

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • <<tubWithShowerToken>>

Laundry

  • Laundry Located Outside
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 008-433-002-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,214

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Builders Tract Code: 9140
  • Living Area: 1292
  • Lot Acreage: 0.2352
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Builders Tract Name: Vista Del Mar
  • Number Of Photos: 20
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Appliances: Microwave, Cooktop - Electric, Oven
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • Half Bathroom: 1
  • Common Walls: Detached/No Common Walls
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: Outside
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Microwave, Washer
  • Fireplace: No
  • Price Per S Q F T: 154.02

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: North
  • Other Structures: None
  • Pool: No
  • Spa Yn: No
  • View: Mountains
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Garage - 2 Car
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central
  • Sewer: Septic Tank

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 008-433-002-000
  • Lot Size Area: 10245

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2024
Sold by
Morris David B
Bought by
Morris David B

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
Outstanding Balance
$99,446
Interest Rate
6.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$77,321

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2024
Closed on
May 2, 2024
Sold by
Mercatura Group Llc
Bought by
Morris David
Seller's Agent
Darin Eppich
Robust Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Gabino Gomez Saenz III
List Price
$199,000
Sold Price
$190,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-4.52%
Views
82

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.98%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2024
Closed on
Apr 30, 2024
Sold by
Holm Ricky David
Bought by
Mercatura Group Llc
Seller's Agent
Darin Eppich
Robust Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Gabino Gomez Saenz III
List Price
$199,000
Sold Price
$190,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-4.52%
Views
82

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2015
Closed on
Sep 4, 2015
Sold by
Ellis James B
Bought by
Holm Ricky David and Holm Christina Lorene
Seller's Agent
Sonny Schultz
Salton City Realty
Buyer's Agent
Leo Sonny Schultz
List Price
$59,900
Sold Price
$59,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.37%
Original Mortgage
$61,122
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2015
Sold by
Carter Scott
Bought by
Ellis James B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 1997
Sold by
Lee Thomas Emma
Bought by
Williams Wendell Joseph and Thomas Emma Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$22,000
Interest Rate
7.83%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- Ticor Title
Grant Deed -- Ticor Title
Grant Deed $190,000 Landwood Title
Grant Deed $135,000 Landwood Title
Grant Deed $60,000 Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed $13,500 Lawyers Title Company
Gift Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $100,000 New Conventional
Closed $100,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $61,122 New Conventional
Previous Owner $52,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $22,000 Stand Alone Second
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/08/2025 05/08/25 For Sale $190,000 0.0% $147 / Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Off Market $190,000 -- --
04/18/2025 04/18/25 For Sale $190,000 0.0% $147 / Sq Ft
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Off Market $190,000 -- --
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Price Changed $190,000 -13.6% $147 / Sq Ft
03/03/2025 03/03/25 For Sale $220,000 +15.8% $170 / Sq Ft
05/02/2024 05/02/24 Sold $190,000 -4.5% $147 / Sq Ft
04/10/2024 04/10/24 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2024 04/04/24 For Sale $199,000 +232.2% $154 / Sq Ft
09/29/2015 09/29/15 Sold $59,900 0.0% $50 / Sq Ft
08/20/2015 08/20/15 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2015 06/18/15 For Sale $59,900 -- $50 / Sq Ft
Source: The 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
2023 $1,214 $68,149 $11,697 $56,452
2022 $872 $66,814 $11,468 $55,346
2021 $857 $65,505 $11,244 $54,261
2020 $847 $64,834 $11,129 $53,705
2019 $835 $63,563 $10,911 $52,652
2018 $819 $62,318 $10,698 $51,620
2017 $820 $61,097 $10,489 $50,608
2016 $787 $59,900 $10,284 $49,616
2015 $785 $54,264 $5,000 $49,264
2014 $820 $54,264 $5,000 $49,264
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 24-376637

The MLS

APN: 008-433-002-000