$860,000
SOLD JUL 5, 2022

16 Corniche Dr Unit A Dana Point, CA 92629

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,130 Sq Ft
$525/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$761 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • 24-Hour Security
  • Open Floorplan
  • John Malcom Elementary School Rated A
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of July 2022

This highly upgraded two-bedroom, two-bath end-unit condo is situated in the prestigious community of Ritz Pointe within walking distance to Salt Creek Beach, Waldorf Astoria, and Ritz Carlton resorts. The updates include renovated kitchen with white cabinets, quartz countertop, bathrooms, and wood floors. Enjoy the cozy fireplace in the living room, and open floor plan with a separate dining area. Each room has a spacious walk-in closet. This property is a perfect beach-close location surrounded by multi-million-dollar homes and five stars resorts. Community amenities include direct access to Salt Creek Beach with trails less than a mile walk or bike through the Monarch Beach Links Golf Course. Association clubhouse, pool, spas, and GYM; one of the spas have a breathtaking panoramic ocean view! This development is located in a guard-gated community.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katarina Kuczera

First Team Real Estate License #01409555 Listed on: 05/20/2022

First Team Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Mike Dunn

Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop License #01235272

Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,457

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • Property fronts a private road
  • End Unit
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Stucco Fence

HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Concrete Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,130 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Pest Guard System
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Stone Bathroom Countertops
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • 1 Detached Carport Space
  • Parking Available
  • Guest Parking
  • Parking Permit Required
  • Assigned Parking

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • John Malcom Elementary School
  • Marco Forester Middle School
  • Dana Hills High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 13434
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93936406
  • $441 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Master Insurance
  • 325 Units
  • Monarch Hills Condos Association, Phone Number (949) 833-2600
  • Corniche Master Association, Phone Number (949) 450-0202
  • Keystone Pacific HOA
  • Monarch Hills Condos Subdivision
  • Maintained Community

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Banquet Facilities
  • Card Room

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pet Restriction

Security

  • 24-Hour Security
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,457

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$525 per month

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Maintained, Paved
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Gated with Attendant, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated with Guard, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Monarch Hills Condos (MHC)
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93936406
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1130.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Ground
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls, End Unit
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 761.06
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Association, Community, Heated, In Ground
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub, Remodeled, Stone Counters

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Stucco Wall, Wrought Iron
  • Pool Features: Association, Community, Heated, In Ground
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Concrete, Spanish Tile
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Carport, Detached Carport, Covered, Guest, Permit Required, Private
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association: Corniche Master
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Pest Control, Gym/Ex Room, Clubhouse, Card Room, Banquet Facilities, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Sewer, Water, Pet Rules, Pets Permitted, Management, Guard, Security
  • Association Fee: 427.00
  • Association #2 Fee: 98.00
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Monarch Hills Condos
  • Phone: 949-833-2600
  • Association Phone #2: 949-450-0202
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Keystone Pacific

Schools

  • School District: Capistrano Unified
  • Elementary School: John Malcom
  • Middle School: Marco Forester
  • High School: Dana Hills
  • Elementary School: John Malcom
  • High School: Dana Hills
  • Middle Or Junior School: Marco Forester
  • Elementary School #2: JOHMAL
  • High School2: DANHIL

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 325
  • Number Of Units Total: 8

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 423.23
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 13434
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 441.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2022
Closed on
Jul 8, 2022
Sold by
Kameti and Uma
Bought by
Bliss On The Bay Llc
Seller's Agent
Katarina Kuczera
First Team Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mike Dunn
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop
List Price
$888,000
Sold Price
$860,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,000
-3.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.14%
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Outstanding Balance
$632,313
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$258,118

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2022
Closed on
May 31, 2022
Sold by
Christianson and Thao
Bought by
Kameti Ravikumar and Kameti Uma
Seller's Agent
Katarina Kuczera
First Team Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mike Dunn
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop
List Price
$888,000
Sold Price
$860,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,000
-3.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Outstanding Balance
$632,313
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$258,118

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 5, 2016
Closed on
Jan 27, 2016
Sold by
Moss Blaine
Bought by
Christianson Charles and Christianson Thao
Seller's Agent
Nicole Cinquini
Douglas Elliman of California
Buyer's Agent
Sang Tieu
EastWest Realty
List Price
$465,000
Sold Price
$442,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,500
-4.84%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.03%
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Interest Rate
3.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 25, 2014
Closed on
Nov 24, 2014
Sold by
Vahed Salim
Bought by
Moss Blaine
Seller's Agent
Shaun Hurley
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Shaun Hurley
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,900
-14.98%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
23.06%
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2013
Sold by
Cheng Chi Hua and Cheng Meishin Ho
Bought by
Vahed Sal and 10-10 Dale Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$345,500
Interest Rate
3.38%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2007
Sold by
Us Bank Na
Bought by
Cheng Chi Hua and Cheng Meishin Ho

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2007
Sold by
Muniz Steve and Obrien Sherry
Bought by
Us Bank Na

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2005
Sold by
Muniz Lilly and Munuz Lilly
Bought by
Muniz Steve and Obrien Sherry

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Interest Rate
7.85%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2004
Sold by
Stewart Diane
Bought by
Munuz Lilly

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$342,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 1994
Sold by
Monarch Beach Venture Ltd
Bought by
Stewart Diane

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,050
Interest Rate
8.52%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $860,000 Western Resources
Grant Deed $442,500 First American Title Company
Grant Deed $340,000 First American Title Company
Grant Deed -- Western Resources Title Co
Grant Deed $400,000 First American Title Company
Trustee Deed $437,435 Accommodation
Grant Deed $515,000 Nations
Grant Deed $380,000 Orange Coast Title Company
Grant Deed $116,500 Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $660,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $292,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $330,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $255,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $345,500 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $287,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $412,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $342,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $175,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $113,050 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Price Changed $879,000 -2.2% $778 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Price Changed $899,000 -3.2% $796 / Sq Ft
04/28/2025 04/28/25 Price Changed $929,000 -1.1% $822 / Sq Ft
04/11/2025 04/11/25 Price Changed $939,000 -1.1% $831 / Sq Ft
03/15/2025 03/15/25 Price Changed $949,000 -3.1% $840 / Sq Ft
02/08/2025 02/08/25 For Sale $979,000 0.0% $866 / Sq Ft
02/07/2025 02/07/25 Off Market $979,000 -- --
07/05/2022 07/05/22 Sold $860,000 -3.2% $761 / Sq Ft
05/31/2022 05/31/22 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2022 05/20/22 For Sale $888,000 +100.7% $786 / Sq Ft
03/02/2016 03/02/16 Sold $442,500 -1.4% $392 / Sq Ft
01/21/2016 01/21/16 Pending -- -- --
01/14/2016 01/14/16 Price Changed $449,000 -3.4% $397 / Sq Ft
01/05/2016 01/05/16 For Sale $465,000 +36.8% $412 / Sq Ft
11/26/2014 11/26/14 Sold $340,000 -15.0% $283 / Sq Ft
08/26/2014 08/26/14 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2014 06/25/14 For Sale $399,900 +60.0% $333 / Sq Ft
01/31/2013 01/31/13 Sold $250,000 -7.4% $217 / Sq Ft
10/15/2012 10/15/12 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2012 10/15/12 For Sale $270,000 0.0% $235 / Sq Ft
08/06/2012 08/06/12 Rented $1,795 +20.1% --
08/05/2012 08/05/12 Under Contract -- -- --
07/09/2012 07/09/12 For Rent $1,495 -- --
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 $9,457 $877,200 $741,252 $135,948
2023 $9,208 $860,000 $726,717 $133,283
2022 $5,457 $493,615 $365,969 $127,646
2021 $5,333 $483,937 $358,793 $125,144
2020 $5,313 $478,975 $355,114 $123,861
2019 $5,204 $469,584 $348,151 $121,433
2018 $5,088 $460,377 $341,325 $119,052
2017 $4,970 $451,350 $334,632 $116,718
2016 $3,876 $345,185 $224,844 $120,341
2015 $3,711 $340,000 $221,466 $118,534
2014 $2,885 $258,669 $145,462 $113,207
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC22107827

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 939-364-06