NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1721 Catalina Ave Seal Beach, CA 90740

Estimated Value: $2,673,503 - $2,892,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,140 Sq Ft
$891/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 12, 2021

Last sale price $2,050,000 $653 Per Sq Ft

Est. 36% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $17,758/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • J. H. Mcgaugh Elementary School Rated A
  • Lawn
  • Neighborhood Views

About This Home

As of May 2021

This architectural treasure provides the rare combination of classic midcentury modern style, over 3100 square feet of living area, a generous lot size of almost 7000 square feet, and walking/biking distance to the beach and Old Town Seal Beach. Lovingly cared for by architect and artist owners for the last 50+ years, this captivating residence reflects a passion for design and aesthetics. The house features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, an office, a spacious living room with fireplace and walls of glass, a cozy family room with wet bar and fireplace, a dining room, and a bright kitchen with breakfast bar and breakfast area with adjacent balcony for outdoor dining. Midcentury modernism will always be in demand for its clean lines, open spaces, connection to the outdoors, and architectural beauty. Here is an opportunity to make this glorious period of design part of your daily living experience.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Douglas Kramer

Re/Max R. E. Specialists License #01374637 Listed on: 03/23/2021

Re/Max R. E. Specialists

Co-Listed By

Rochelle Kramer

Re/Max R. E. Specialists License #01392260

Last Buyer's Agent

Mark Giltner

GenStone Inc. License #01177161

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,652

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 6,900 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,140 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Bar
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Concrete Porch or Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Additional Features

  • Suburban Location
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 328
  • Tax Tract Number 2590
  • Assessor Parcel Number 19915319

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • The Hill Subdivision

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,652

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Maintained
  • Subdivision Name Other: The Hill (TH)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 19915319
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3140.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Bar, Beamed Ceilings
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Gas
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 652.87
  • Room Type: Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Exhaust Fan(s)

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban

Schools

  • School District: Los Alamitos Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot 6500-9999, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6900.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1584

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6900.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 995.04
  • Tax Lot: 328
  • Tax Tract Number: 2590

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2022
Sold by
Kimiko Spanogle and Kimiko Jill
Bought by
Kato Spanogle Trust
Total Days on Market
16
Current Estimated Value
$2,797,626

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 23, 2021
Closed on
Apr 13, 2021
Sold by
Rossi Mario A and Rossi Joann T
Bought by
Spanogle Joshua and Kato Jill Kimiko
Seller's Agent
Douglas Kramer
Re/Max R. E. Specialists
Buyer's Agent
Mark Giltner
GenStone Inc.
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$2,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100,000
5.13%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.28%
Original Mortgage
$1,640,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2009
Sold by
Rossi Mario A and Rossi Joann T
Bought by
Rossi Mario A and Rossi Joann T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$247,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kato Spanogle Trust -- None Listed On Document
Spanogle Joshua $2,050,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Rossi Mario A -- Accommodation
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Spanogle Joshua $1,640,000
Previous Owner Rossi Mario A $462,000
Previous Owner Rossi Mario A $247,000
Previous Owner Rossi Mario A $500,000
Previous Owner Rossi Mario A $243,000
Previous Owner Rossi Mario A $206,000
Previous Owner Rossi Mario A $151,900
Previous Owner Rossi Mario A $149,987
Previous Owner Rossi Mario A $88,000
Previous Owner Rossi Mario A $100,000
Previous Owner Rossi Mario A $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/12/2021 05/12/21 Sold $2,050,000 +5.1% $653 / Sq Ft
04/08/2021 04/08/21 Pending -- -- --
03/23/2021 03/23/21 For Sale $1,950,000 -- $621 / 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
2024 $24,652 $2,175,476 $1,991,239 $184,237
2023 $24,115 $2,132,820 $1,952,195 $180,625
2022 $23,885 $2,091,000 $1,913,916 $177,084
2021 $1,979 $150,261 $47,364 $102,897
2020 $1,979 $148,721 $46,879 $101,842
2019 $1,927 $145,805 $45,959 $99,846
2018 $1,849 $142,947 $45,058 $97,889
2017 $1,812 $140,145 $44,175 $95,970
2016 $1,780 $137,398 $43,309 $94,089
2015 $1,756 $135,335 $42,659 $92,676
2014 $1,715 $132,684 $41,823 $90,861
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW21060203

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 199-153-19