NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1578 Dolphin Dr Aptos, CA 95003

Rio del Mar Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $682,000 - $859,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
945 Sq Ft
784 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 15, 2020

Last sale price $585,500 $620 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,329 / mo

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Rio Del Mar Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Family or Dining Combination

About This Home

As of September 2020

Adorable home minutes from the sand and close to all the amenities Aptos has to offer! 2br, 1.5ba unit which sits in the highly desirable Spindrift complex in Seascape. This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a lovely, recently refreshed unit close to the beach and single family homes. The larger than common sunny patio area off the living room is perfect for gardening, reading, relaxing and BBQing. Great option for second home, first-time, or downsizing buyers. Spindrift is surrounded by custom and quality homes and also has underground utilities which maximize the beautiful views and natural space. The area also offers abundant walking or biking opportunities to nearby popular restaurants, gourmet groceries, Seascape Village, Seascape Resort, Seascape Golf and Sports Clubs. Perfect spot on the golden strand of Rio Del Mar/Seascape!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Brezsny

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #70010105 Listed on: 07/14/2020

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Brezsny

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #70010105 Listed on: 07/14/2020

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • 1973

Lot Details

  • 784

HOA Fees

  • $488 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 945 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Carpet
  • Laundry in unit

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Bathtub with Shower

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • 1 Carport Space
  • On-Street Parking

Additional Features

  • Private Pool
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include exterior painting, garbage, insurance - common area, landscaping / gardening, reserves, roof, water / sewer
  • 92 Units
  • Spindrift HOA

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1973

Lot Details

784 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$488 per month

Listing Details

  • Zoning: RM-3
  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Restrictions: Age - No Restrictions, Pets - Rules
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Min Numberof Unitsin Complex: 92
  • Structure Sq Ft: 945
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1973

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Starter, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area In Family Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 945
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: More Than One Bedroom On Ground Floor
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Full On Ground Floor, Half On Ground Floor, Shower Over Tub - 1

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Pool Description: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool: Community Facility, Pool - In Ground

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Carport, On Street, Parking Area
  • Carport Min: 1

Utilities

  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Spindrift
  • HOA Fees: 488
  • HOA Amenities: Community Pool
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Exterior Painting, Garbage, Insurance - Common Area, Landscaping / Gardening, Reserves, Roof, Water / Sewer
  • HOA Exist: Yes
  • H O A Name Text: Spindrift HOA

Schools

  • High School: 826

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Maximum Building Height: 1
  • Minimum Building Height: 1

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2020
Closed on
Sep 5, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Tom Brezsny
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Tom Brezsny
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$608,000
Sold Price
$585,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,500
-3.7%
Current Estimated Value
$774,680

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$189,180
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.03%
Original Mortgage
$409,500
Outstanding Balance
$363,404
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$411,276

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2012
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$369,577
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,900
Interest Rate
6.17%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$269,900
Interest Rate
6.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$269,900
Interest Rate
6.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
6.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 1998
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,550
Interest Rate
7.03%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$585,500 Old Republic Title Company
-- Old Republic Title Company
$449,000 First American Title Company
-- Santa Cruz Title Company
$300,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
-- Old Republic Title Company
$169,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $409,500
Previous Owner $369,577
Previous Owner $44,900
Previous Owner $359,200
Previous Owner $269,900
Previous Owner $230,000
Previous Owner $160,550
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/15/2020 09/15/20 Sold $585,500 -2.3% $620 / Sq Ft
08/11/2020 08/11/20 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2020 08/04/20 Price Changed $599,000 -1.5% $634 / Sq Ft
07/14/2020 07/14/20 For Sale $608,000 -- $643 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History

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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 $7,936 $633,763 $443,634 $190,129
2023 $7,762 $609,154 $426,408 $182,746
2022 $7,585 $597,210 $418,047 $179,163
2021 $7,324 $585,502 $409,851 $175,651
2020 $6,955 $550,056 $357,536 $192,520
2019 $6,833 $539,271 $350,526 $188,745
2018 $6,608 $525,000 $315,002 $209,998
2017 $5,674 $435,216 $261,131 $174,085
2016 $5,182 $395,651 $237,392 $158,259
2015 $4,777 $359,682 $215,810 $143,872
2014 $4,349 $324,038 $194,423 $129,615
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tom Brezsny

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Tom Brezsny

    Sereno Group

    (831) 818-1431

    9 in this area

    220 Total Sales

    Tom Brezsny
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81801035

MLSListings

APN: 054-031-25-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Rio del Mar

1578 Dolphin Dr, Aptos, CA

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