$2,100,000
SOLD MAY 17, 2021

1619 Seal Way Seal Beach, CA 90740

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,799 Sq Ft
2,054 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,167 Per Sq Ft

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • Ocean View
  • Ocean Side of Highway 1
  • J. H. Mcgaugh Elementary School Rated A
  • Property has ocean access
  • Updated Kitchen

About This Home

As of May 2021

Dramatic Ocean Front Custom home on the beach/boardwalk in desirable Old Town, Seal Beach. Unobstructed views over looking Anaheim Bay, Pacific Ocean, Catalina & the coastline of Sunset & Huntington Beaches. 360 degree 3rd story roof deck views of Ocean, Mountains & city lights, ideal for intimate entertaining, sunbathing & sunsets. Rebuilt in 1997 by existing owner using quality materials, cabinets & appliances & has been immaculately maintained. Main floor has 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. One bedroom has an inviting gas/woodburning fireplace, kitchenette (sink, refigerator & microwave) w/ French doors to attached covered porch which could be used as an office and or den- options are endless. The other bedroom next to a bathroom w/private sliding door creating an en-suite bdrm & bath. Gated front door entrance w/ colored paver driveway w/ sufficient room for 2 cars in tandem, as well as a roll-up storage area. 2nd floor offers an open floor plan w/a designer kitchen complete w/ gourmet gas stove top, warmer drawer, trash compactor & built-in fridge, bright living room, dining room & deck all w/ greater than 180 degree exceptional coastline views & ample natural light. There’s an easily accessible powder bath, Master BDRM, full bath w/ separate shower & jacuzzi tub. A short & pleasant .5 mile walk to the Pier, Seal Beach Main street, shops & restaurants. Easy access to the 405, 22 & 605 freeways for commuters.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Belding

RE/MAX Select One License #01269117 Listed on: 04/14/2021

RE/MAX Select One

Last Buyer's Agent

Shil Karoly

eXp Realty of California Inc License #01898541

eXp Realty of California Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,674

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 2,054 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 31x101x104x9
  • Beach Front
  • Property fronts an alley
  • Southeast Facing Home
  • Privacy Fence
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Zero Lot Line

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Coastline
  • Catalina
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Modern Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Slab Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Composition Roof
  • Copper Plumbing
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,799 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Wired For Sound
  • Bar
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Low Emissivity Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Roller Shields
  • French Mullion Window
  • Casement Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Convection Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Warming Drawer
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Corian Countertops
  • Trash Compactor

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Brick Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Property has ocean access
  • Ocean Side of Highway 1
  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Water Heater
  • Satellite Dish

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 29 / F
  • Tax Tract Number 1
  • Assessor Parcel Number 19909427

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Old Town Subdivision
  • Military Land

Recreation

  • Park
  • Water Sports
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,674

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Alley, City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name Other: Old Town (OLDT)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Modern
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 19909427
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1799.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Copper Plumbing Full, Corian Counters, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1167.32
  • Room Type: Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Window Features: Casement Windows, Double Pane Windows, French/Mullioned, Insulated Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Roller Shields, Screens
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Corian Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen, Walk-In Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: Southeast
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Satellite Dish
  • View: Catalina, City Lights, Coastline, Ocean
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Privacy, Vinyl
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio Open, Front Porch, Roof Top
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Drywall Walls, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Driveway - Brick
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Warming Drawer, Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Park, Watersports, Military Land, Sidewalks

Schools

  • School District: Los Alamitos Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Zero Lot Line
  • Lot Size: 31x101x104x9
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2054.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0472
  • Latitude Manual: 33.73662700

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 2054.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Access, Beach Front, Ocean Access, Ocean Front, Ocean Side of Freeway, Ocean Side Of Highway 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: F
  • Tax Census Tract: 995.11
  • Tax Lot: 29
  • Tax Tract Number: 1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2021
Closed on
Apr 21, 2021
Sold by
Sonya J Branson Living Trust
Bought by
Gill Sunny S
Seller's Agent
Tracy Belding
RE/MAX Select One
Buyer's Agent
Shil Karoly
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$2,095,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.24%
Current Estimated Value
$2,555,605

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$455,605
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.58%
Original Mortgage
$1,680,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,519,259
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,036,346

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2020
Sold by
Branson Sonya J
Bought by
Branson Sonya J and Sonya J Branson Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$765,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 2020
Sold by
Branson Sonya J and The Sonya J Branson Living Tru
Bought by
Branson Sonya J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$765,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2019
Sold by
Branson Sonya J
Bought by
Branson Sonya J and The Sonya J Branson Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 1996
Sold by
Transamerica Financial Services 0422
Bought by
Branson Sonya J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
8.01%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,100,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Corporate Deed $370,000 Continental Lawyers Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,680,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $765,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $260,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/14/2022 02/14/22 Rented $13,500 +3.8% --
11/03/2021 11/03/21 For Rent $13,000 0.0% --
10/15/2021 10/15/21 Rented $13,000 0.0% --
08/20/2021 08/20/21 Price Changed $13,000 -13.3% $7 / Sq Ft
08/12/2021 08/12/21 Price Changed $15,000 0.0% $8 / Sq Ft
08/05/2021 08/05/21 Price Changed $14,997 0.0% $7 / Sq Ft
07/27/2021 07/27/21 For Rent $15,000 0.0% --
05/17/2021 05/17/21 Sold $2,100,000 +0.2% $1,167 / Sq Ft
04/15/2021 04/15/21 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2021 04/14/21 For Sale $2,095,000 -- $1,165 / 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 $25,674 $2,266,153 $2,072,091 $194,062
2024 $25,674 $2,221,719 $2,031,462 $190,257
2023 $25,176 $2,184,840 $1,991,629 $193,211
2022 $24,919 $2,142,000 $1,952,577 $189,423
2021 $8,891 $710,920 $514,044 $196,876
2020 $8,879 $703,631 $508,773 $194,858
2019 $8,600 $689,835 $498,797 $191,038
2018 $8,208 $676,309 $489,016 $187,293
2017 $8,024 $663,049 $479,428 $183,621
2016 $7,860 $650,049 $470,028 $180,021
2015 $7,748 $640,285 $462,968 $177,317
2014 $7,551 $627,743 $453,899 $173,844
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC21070479

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 199-094-27