NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $588,507 - $660,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,043 Sq Ft
$315/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 02, 2024

Last sale price $615,000 $590 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,206/month

172 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • No Units Above
  • Deck
  • Bonita Vista Senior High School Rated A
  • 2.2 Acre Lot
  • 4-minute walk to El Rancho del Rey Park

About This Home

As of April 2024

BOM No Fault of Home. This two-bedroom, two-bath condo nestled in the Serena Community of Chula Vista is a fantastic place to live offering privacy and ample space for comfortable living. It’s centrally located with easy access to major highways, making commuting a breeze. Additionally, and just a short drive away from the beach, downtown San Diego, military bases, shopping centers, hiking trails and dining options. The community overlooks Discovery Park which offers outdoor recreational fun in a beautiful natural setting. The open floorplan creates a light, bright and spacious atmosphere. An adjacent private balcony from the kitchen is perfect for enjoying outdoor meals, morning coffee or simply relaxing. The abundance of windows creating natural light coupled with gas fireplace in the living room lend to this home’s warm and cozy vibe. A primary suite downstairs with full bath is a bonus. The secondary bedroom and bathroom upstairs create just enough space to afford privacy if needed. Ample storage, single car attached garage with direct access is a plus. The property is equipped with central A/C and an in-unit stackable washer and dryer which add to comfort and convenience. The well-maintained and quiet community offers a large pool, spa, and greenbelt areas for relaxation and enjoyment.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Deanne Stott

Century 21 Affiliated License #01466305 Listed on: 09/22/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Christie

Compass License #00770126

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,905

Year Built

  • Built in 1991 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • No Units Above
  • End Unit
  • No Units Located Below
  • Two or More Common Walls

HOA Fees

  • $315 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway Level

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,043 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Corian Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Quartz Bathroom Countertops
  • Bathtub
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 12554
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6423800422
  • $441 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • 143 Units
  • Serena Condo Association, Phone Number (858) 550-7900
  • Serena Condo Assoc HOA
  • Chula Vista Subdivision

Amenities

  • Picnic Area

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,905

Year Built

Built in 1991 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$315 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Subdivision Name Other: Chula Vista
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R1
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 6423800422
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1043.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Corian Counters, High Ceilings, Living Room Balcony, Quartz Counters
  • Stories: 3
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls, End Unit, No One Above, No One Below
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 589.65
  • Room Type: Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bedroom
  • Spa Features: Association
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Exhaust Fan(s), Quartz Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Corian Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Fence: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway Level, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Closet, Stackable
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Picnic Area, Playground
  • Association Fee: 315.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Serena Condo Association
  • Phone: 858-550-7900
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Serena Condo Assoc

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Purchase: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 95889.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.2013

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 95889.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 143
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 134.21
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 12554
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 441.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2023
Closed on
Mar 15, 2024
Sold by
Garduque Norvin J
Bought by
Gicheru Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Deanne Stott
Century 21 Affiliated
Buyer's Agent
Carol Christie
Compass
List Price
$607,000
Sold Price
$615,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,000
1.32%
Views
1091
Current Estimated Value
$625,377

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,377
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.11%
Original Mortgage
$635,295
Outstanding Balance
$625,003
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$374

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 2, 2020
Closed on
Dec 17, 2020
Sold by
Dukes Richard T and Dukes Zeliha B
Bought by
Bailes Korey John
Seller's Agent
Spencer Oliver
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Brennan Harms
Premier Pacific Properties
List Price
$435,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
3.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.19%
Original Mortgage
$460,350
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2012
Sold by
Deruyter Barbara
Bought by
Deruyter Ramon

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,800
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2012
Sold by
Deruyter Ramon
Bought by
Dukes Richard T and Dukes Zeliha B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$172,800
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2011
Sold by
Estate Of Jung K Lee
Bought by
Deruyter Ramon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2007
Sold by
Lee Jung K and Lee Joann H
Bought by
Lee Jung K and Lee Joann H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2006
Sold by
Lee Joanne H
Bought by
Lee Jung K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2002
Sold by
Lee Jung K
Bought by
Lee Jung K and Lee Joanne H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$118,800
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2002
Sold by
Dekock Laru
Bought by
Lee Jung K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,900
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 2001
Sold by
Dekock Laru
Bought by
Dekock Laru

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 1990
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
Gicheru Benjamin $615,000 Ticor Title Company
Garduque Norvin J -- Ticor Title Company
Bailes Korey John $450,000 Lawyers Title Company
Deruyter Ramon -- First American Title Ins Co
Dukes Richard T $192,000 First American Title Ins Co
Deruyter Ramon $162,500 None Available
Lee Jung K -- None Available
Lee Jung K -- Old Republic Title Company
Lee Jung K -- Fidelity National Title Co
Lee Jung K $218,000 Chicago Title Co
Lee Jung K -- Chicago Title Co
Dekock Laru -- --
-- $134,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gicheru Benjamin $635,295
Previous Owner Bailes Korey John $460,350
Previous Owner Dukes Richard T $172,800
Previous Owner Lee Jung K $200,000
Previous Owner Lee Jung K $118,800
Previous Owner Lee Jung K $117,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/02/2024 04/02/24 Sold $615,000 0.0% $590 / Sq Ft
03/15/2024 03/15/24 Price Changed $615,000 0.0% $590 / Sq Ft
03/14/2024 03/14/24 Price Changed $615,000 +2.5% $590 / Sq Ft
03/12/2024 03/12/24 Pending -- -- --
02/12/2024 02/12/24 Price Changed $599,900 -1.2% $575 / Sq Ft
01/22/2024 01/22/24 For Sale $607,000 -1.3% $582 / Sq Ft
12/19/2023 12/19/23 Off Market $615,000 -- --
11/20/2023 11/20/23 Price Changed $607,000 -1.3% $582 / Sq Ft
09/22/2023 09/22/23 For Sale $615,000 +8.8% $590 / Sq Ft
05/31/2022 05/31/22 Sold $565,000 0.0% $542 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/27/2022 04/27/22 For Sale $565,000 +25.6% $542 / Sq Ft
01/13/2021 01/13/21 Sold $450,000 +3.4% $431 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/08/2020 12/08/20 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2020 12/02/20 For Sale $435,000 -- $417 / 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 $6,905 $627,300 $469,200 $158,100
2024 $6,905 $558,000 $229,000 $329,000
2023 $6,310 $506,000 $207,000 $299,000
2022 $5,704 $458,999 $188,563 $270,436
2021 $2,901 $222,787 $91,524 $131,263
2020 $2,837 $220,504 $90,586 $129,918
2019 $2,763 $216,181 $88,810 $127,371
2018 $2,711 $211,943 $87,069 $124,874
2017 $2,659 $207,788 $85,362 $122,426
2016 $2,585 $203,715 $83,689 $120,026
2015 $3,071 $200,656 $82,432 $118,224
2014 $3,032 $196,727 $80,818 $115,909
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SW23177522

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 642-380-04-22