NOT LISTED FOR SALE

161 Paradise Ln Soquel, CA 95073

Estimated Value: $1,148,000 - $1,745,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,503 Sq Ft
$958/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 10, 2022

Last sale price $980,000 $652 Per Sq Ft

Est. 47% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,275/month

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Fishing
  • Secluded Lot
  • Mountain Elementary School Rated A
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of November 2022

Back with some improvements! Picturesque property on over 2.5 useable acres in the highly desired Soquel Hills with peaceful rural views, a great commute local to San Jose or Santa Cruz, and a massive upside potential! The main home burned out due to an interior fire and now requires a complete remodel. However, the seller's loss is your newfound opportunity, a blank canvas with substantial infrastructure and a wealth of possibilities to create your unique brand of heaven. Beautifully manicured grounds, elegant covered patio with an outdoor fireplace, a wonderful courtyard with a lions-head fountain, large gardening beds, chicken coop with automatic solar door, finished shed, finished yoga/art studio, gorgeous redwood grove, and an all-year stream for your enjoyment! The home also has a small pool, hot tub and is zoned Ag - NO ENTRY TO HOUSE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Deacon

Monterey Bay Properties License #00578842 Listed on: 10/14/2022

Monterey Bay Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Turiya Blanchette

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #02061949

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 2.59 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Gentle Sloping Lot

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,503 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Tile Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • No Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Fireplace

Farming

  • Agricultural
  • Farm Animals Allowed

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Potentially Allowed on Property

Utilities

  • Shared Well
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 099-041-67-000

Community Details

Amenities

  • Courtyard

Recreation

  • Fishing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1503
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Zoning Description: A
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Living Sq Ft: 1503
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Walk-in Closet
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Recreation Room
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Pool Description: Pool - Above Ground
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, Courtyard, Outdoor Fireplace
  • Horse Property: Possible
  • Pool: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Parking Features: No Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer/Septic System: Existing Septic

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Agricultural Use, Farm Animals (Permitted), Fishing, Grade - Gently Sloped, Private / Secluded
  • Parcel Number: 099-041-67-000
  • Lot Acres: 2.5850
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 112603.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 112603.00

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 14, 2022
Closed on
Nov 9, 2022
Sold by
Clark Barnaby A and Clark Allison
Bought by
Sherman Christopher and Blanchette Turiya
Seller's Agent
Robert Deacon
Monterey Bay Properties
Buyer's Agent
Turiya Blanchette
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$979,000
Sold Price
$980,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.1%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$1,440,237

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$460,237
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.83%
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Outstanding Balance
$629,733
Interest Rate
6.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$810,504

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2005
Sold by
Mantsch Walter M
Bought by
Clark Barnaby A and Clark Allison

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 1996
Sold by
Mantsch Walter M
Bought by
Mantsch Walter M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 1985
Sold by
Mantsch Miriam E
Bought by
Mantsch Walter M
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sherman Christopher $980,000 Old Republic Title
Clark Barnaby A $650,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Mantsch Walter M -- --
Mantsch Walter M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sherman Christopher $650,000
Previous Owner Clark Barnaby A $650,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/10/2022 11/10/22 Sold $980,000 +0.1% $652 / Sq Ft
11/01/2022 11/01/22 Pending -- -- --
10/14/2022 10/14/22 For Sale $979,000 -- $651 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $9,833 $1,316,310 $873,936 $442,374
2023 $9,669 $857,467 $562,712 $294,755
2022 $9,614 $840,654 $551,679 $288,975
2021 $9,301 $824,171 $540,862 $283,309
2020 $9,195 $815,720 $535,316 $280,404
2019 $8,874 $784,619 $514,909 $269,710
2018 $8,109 $713,290 $468,099 $245,191
2017 $7,513 $672,915 $441,602 $231,313
2016 $6,869 $623,070 $408,891 $214,179
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Robert Deacon

    Monterey Bay Properties

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  • Turiya Blanchette

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Turiya Blanchette

    Sereno Group

    (831) 345-1000

    56 Total Sales

    Turiya Blanchette
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81910484

MLSListings

APN: 099-041-67-000

California Santa Cruz County Soquel 95073

161 Paradise Ln, Soquel, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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