NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1521 Garden Dr Homer, AK 99603

Estimated Value: $479,000 - $608,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,234 Sq Ft
$239/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 28, 2023

Current estimated payment $3,409/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Homer Middle School Rated A-
  • Private Yard
  • Spa Bath

About This Home

As of April 2023

Charming home located just 7 mins from downtown Homer. One and half acres surround by Spruce and Alder trees gives this home privacy and elbow room. Beautiful yard to grow flowers, veggies, and raspberry's during the summer months. Home has been converted over to natural gas for cooking and in-floor heat. Open floor plan downstairs with a main bedroom and bathroom for easy access.Upstairs has a bonus space, two large bedrooms and a full bathroom. Welcome Home!

Last Listed By

Amanda Miotke

Story Real Estate License #18439 Listed on: 03/01/2023

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,008

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 1.6 Acre Lot
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned RR, Rural Residential

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Attached Carport

Home Design

  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,234 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Spa Bath

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Shed

Schools

  • Paul Banks/Homer Elementary School
  • Homer Middle School
  • Homer High School

Utilities

  • Heating Available
  • Electricity To Lot Line
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,008

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.6
  • Road Frontage Type: Government
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Directions: Travel up West Hill Road to Eagle View, left on Eagle, left on Garden Park. First Driveway on the left.
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Structure Type: Single Family Res
  • Year Built: 2002
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Air Exchanger
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: BR/BA on Main Level, Laminate Counters
  • Living Area: 2234

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Covenant/Restriction, Fire Service Area, City Lot, Corner Lot, Road Service Area
  • Topography: Level
  • View: No
  • Waterfront Features: None, No Access
  • Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck/Patio
  • Property Condition: Existing Structure
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garaged Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, No Carport
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer &/Or Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electric
  • Water Source: Private, Well

Schools

  • Elementary School: Paul Banks/Homer
  • High School: Homer
  • Middle Or Junior School: Homer

Lot Info

  • Land Lease Amount Frequency: Monthly
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 69696
  • Mobile Dim Units: Feet
  • Zoning Description: Rural Residential
  • Zoning: RR
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Map Number: N/A

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 1, 2023
Closed on
Mar 31, 2023
Sold by
Williams Mitchell Forrest and Williams Jessica Eliz
Bought by
Larned William Wilkinson and Lamed Susan Freni
Seller's Agent
Amanda Miotke
Story Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Charles Anderson
Story Real Estate
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$438,500
Premium/Discount to List
$13,500
3.18%
Total Days on Market
4
Views
55
Current Estimated Value
$534,528

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,028
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.04%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2020
Sold by
Gronseth David L and Gronseth Sheila M
Bought by
Williasm Mitchell Forrest and Williasm Jessica Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$353,375
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
VA

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
Larned William Wilkinson -- First American Title Insurance
Williasm Mitchell Forrest -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Williasm Mitchell Forrest $353,375
Previous Owner Gronseth David L $217,475
Previous Owner Gronseth David L $229,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Sold -- -- --
03/06/2023 03/06/23 Pending -- -- --
03/01/2023 03/01/23 For Sale $425,000 -- $190 / Sq Ft
Source: Alaska Multiple Listing Service

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 $5,008 $488,100 $56,600 $431,500
2023 $4,459 $408,300 $50,100 $358,200
2022 $3,844 $342,000 $41,900 $300,100
2021 $3,322 $340,100 $40,700 $299,400
2020 $3,394 $334,900 $40,300 $294,600
2019 $1,657 $326,400 $40,300 $286,100
2018 $3,322 $327,100 $37,800 $289,300
2017 $3,078 $310,400 $37,000 $273,400
2016 $1,974 $212,700 $30,200 $182,500
2015 $2,319 $266,800 $30,200 $236,600
2014 $2,319 $226,900 $30,200 $196,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Amanda Miotke

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Amanda Miotke

    Story Real Estate

    (907) 299-3063

    71 in this area

    123 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Charles Anderson

    Story Real Estate

    (907) 226-3933

    18 in this area

    37 Total Sales

    Charles Anderson
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Map

Source: Alaska Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 23-1821

Alaska Multiple Listing Service

APN: 173-690-67

Alaska Kenai Peninsula Borough Homer 99603

1521 Garden Dr, Homer, AK

Homes for Sale in Homer, AK

This home is located at 1521 Garden Dr, Homer, AK 99603 since 01 March 2023 and is currently estimated at $534,528, approximately $239 per square foot. This property was built in 2002. 1521 Garden Dr is a home located in Kenai Peninsula Borough with nearby schools including Paul Banks Elementary School, West Homer Elementary School, and Homer Middle School.

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