NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1686 Colony Way Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Live Oak Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,045,000 - $1,201,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,206 Sq Ft
$934/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 30, 2013

Last sale price $479,000 $397 Per Sq Ft

Est. 135% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,610/month

64 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Neighborhood Views

About This Home

As of August 2013

Single story, 3 br, 2 ba, two car garage; near schools, Simkins swim center, beach, shops and parks. Close to all things Santa Cruz. Bathrooms & kitchen in good condition, hardwood cabinets, tile counters, dual pane windows,fireplace. Large garage w/storage. Sale can close quickly. Single family home w/ HOA for road & insurance. Cozy sunny yard.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Bailey

Bailey Properties License #00483155 Listed on: 05/27/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Dale Friday

Friday Realty License #01898006

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,983

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Zoning described as R1pud

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Ceiling Insulation
  • Floor Insulation
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,206 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Utility Room
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts
  • Sewer Within 50 Feet

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Santa Cruz Cottages Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 026-201-043

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,983

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Age: 24
  • Sale Price Per Sq Ft: 397.18
  • Level Street Main: Bedroom(s)
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1206
  • Map Book Page: 31
  • Map Side Coordinate: 6
  • Map Top Coordinate: E
  • Thomas Bros Page: 31
  • Thomas Brothers: E6
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Zoning Description: R1pud
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room, No Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning, Yes
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room, Breakfast Bar
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range, Microwave, 220 Volt Outlet
  • Living Sq Ft: 1206
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, Ground Floor Bedroom
  • Laundry: In Laundry Room, Dryer, Washer, 220 Volt Outlet
  • Flooring: Carpet - Wall to Wall, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Additional Rooms: Utility Room
  • Maximum Bathrooms: 2
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Bathrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Showers over Tubs - 2+, Tubs - 2+, No Stall Shower, Tub in Primary Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Pool Description: Pool - No
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Local/Neighborhood
  • Yard/Grounds: BBQ Area, Deck, Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating System: Gas - Natural, Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer in Street, Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Window Covering(s), Double Pane Windows(s), High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 125
  • H O A Name Text: Santa Cruz Cottages
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 026-201-043
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 397.18
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 3354.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Max Search: 3354.00
  • Lot Size Area Min Search: 3354.00
  • Maximum Lot Size: 3354.00
  • Map Book: Thomas Bros

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Walls Insulated, Insulation - Floor, Caulked/Sealed, Double Pane Windows, Skylight

Multi Family

  • Maximum Building Height: 1
  • Minimum Building Height: 1

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2013
Closed on
Aug 27, 2013
Sold by
Ohlson Christopher D and Ohlson Roberta
Bought by
Bergstrom Andrew R
Seller's Agent
Robert Bailey
Bailey Properties
Buyer's Agent
Dale Friday
Friday Realty
List Price
$479,000
Sold Price
$479,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,125,819

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$646,819
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.45%
Original Mortgage
$383,200
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 2013
Sold by
Lam Robert F
Bought by
Lam Robert F and Ohlson Roberta L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2008
Sold by
Ohlson Roberta L
Bought by
Ohlson Christopher D and Ohlson Roberta

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2007
Sold by
Lam Robert F
Bought by
Lam Robert F and Robert F Lam Trust
Source: Public Records

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
Bergstrom Andrew R $479,000 First American Title Company
Lam Robert F -- None Available
Ohlson Christopher D -- None Available
Lam Robert F -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Bergstrom Andrew R $0
Open Bergstrom Andrew R $35,000
Open Bergstrom Andrew R $437,200
Closed Bergstrom Andrew R $440,000
Closed Bergstrom Andrew R $396,000
Closed Bergstrom Andrew R $383,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/30/2013 08/30/13 Sold $479,000 0.0% $397 / Sq Ft
07/30/2013 07/30/13 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2013 05/27/13 For Sale $479,000 -- $397 / 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 $7,983 $587,188 $352,313 $234,875
2023 $7,515 $564,387 $338,632 $225,755
2022 $7,329 $553,321 $331,993 $221,328
2021 $7,052 $542,472 $325,483 $216,989
2020 $6,971 $536,910 $322,146 $214,764
2019 $6,822 $526,382 $315,829 $210,553
2018 $6,695 $516,060 $309,636 $206,424
2017 $6,568 $505,940 $303,564 $202,376
2016 $6,421 $496,020 $297,612 $198,408
2015 $6,278 $488,570 $293,142 $195,428
2014 $6,183 $479,000 $287,400 $191,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Robert Bailey

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Robert Bailey

    Bailey Properties

    (831) 818-5948

    41 Total Sales

    Robert Bailey
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  • Dale Friday

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Dale Friday

    Friday Realty

    (831) 440-3690

    27 Total Sales

    Dale Friday
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81318185

MLSListings

APN: 026-201-43-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95062 Live Oak

1686 Colony Way, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 1686 Colony Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 since 27 May 2013 and is currently estimated at $1,125,819, approximately $933 per square foot. This property was built in 1989. 1686 Colony Way is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Mission Hill Middle School, Harbor High School, and Santa Cruz High School.

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