$3,515,000 - $4,854,000
RENTED FEB 27, 2025
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,860 Sq Ft
$1,407 Price per Sq Ft

Last Sold March 14, 2016

Last sale price $2,185,000 $764 Per Sq Ft

Est. 84% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $24,616/month

Highlights

  • Canal View
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2-minute walk to Balboa Island Park

About This Home

As of February 2025

Welcome to this one-of-a-kind, gorgeous Cape Cod Cottage, designed to be a sanctuary in the heart of Balboa Island. This exquisite island life home offers the perfect destination for the whole family, with no shortage of activities, dining, and shopping to enjoy. Whether you're strolling through unique boutiques, indulging in renowned restaurants, or savoring the island's famous Frozen Banana treat featured on the hit TV show "Arrested Development", Balboa Island is a playground for those with an appetite for fun and serenityThis dreamy Cape Cod-style cottage invites you to experience the best of indoor and outdoor living. With a spacious and elegant layout, this home is perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying a peaceful retreat with stunning harbor views to both your left and right from the front yard or by taking the local ferry just one block away to the peninsula to go to the Balboa pier or the beach. The large living and entertaining room features plank clad ceilings, cozy fireplace, and wood floors. Multiple doors opening onto a charming courtyard, allowing for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The courtyard is an entertainer's dream, complete with a built-in BBQ, a chef's pizza oven, outdoor fireplace with seating and an outdoor shower for a true beachside experience. The kitchen is designed for hosting friends, boasting a massive center island, generous built-ins, gourmet appliances, counter seating, Italian gourmet coffee machine, dining area with seating upto 10 and a charming walk-in pantry. The first floor also includes a two-car garage with additional parking designated for a golf cart. A beautiful and highly functional laundry room on the main floor adds to the ease of everyday living and a powder bathroom.Upstairs, the home features two beautifully appointed bedrooms with full bathrooms, closet and 1 full walk-in closet and a small gym. Most importantly, is the breathtaking primary suite, which includes a walk-in closet and a spa-style en-suite bathroom with steam shower/tub room - offering ultimate comfort and sophistication. Located in an unparalleled setting, this home offers access to everything Balboa Island has to offer, from water sports to fine dining, all just steps from your front door. This immaculate Balboa Island gem is the perfect home for those seeking refined beauty, relaxation, and the ultimate coastal lifestyle. Experience the best of Balboa Island living schedule a private tour today!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Wilian Badauy-Menezes

Diamond Real Estate One License #01915910 Listed on: 02/12/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Wilian Badauy-Menezes

Diamond Real Estate One License #01915910 Listed on: 02/12/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $32,254

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 2,550 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 30x85

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 2,860 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Canal Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $22,500
  • Tenant pays for gas, insurance, electricity, cable TV, special, trash collection
  • Negotiable Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 050-031-20

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$32,254

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Furnished Or Unfurnished
  • Security Deposit: 22500
  • Tenant Pays: Gas, Insurance, Electricity, Cable TV, Special, Trash Collection

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Single Family Or Apt: Single Family
  • Levels: Two
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Lease Terms: Negotiable
  • Living Area: 2860
  • Lot Acreage: 0.0585
  • Lot Dimensions: 30x85
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Number Of Photos: 21
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathroom: 3
  • Half Bathroom: 1
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 0
  • Family Room: 1
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Price Per S Q F T: 7.87

Exterior Features

  • Pool: No
  • View: Canal
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking: 2
  • Parking Garage: Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central

Association/Amenities

  • Pet Rules: Call

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 050-031-20
  • Lot Size Area: 2550

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2024
Sold by
Starr Shelley
Bought by
Starr Family Trust and Starr
Current Estimated Value
$4,024,436

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2015
Closed on
Feb 22, 2016
Sold by
Fluhr Robert J and Fluhr Jacqueline
Bought by
Deolden Gerrye L and James E Deolden Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Laura Gale
HOM Sotheby's International
Buyer's Agent
Marty Greenberg
HOM Sotheby's International
List Price
$2,500,000
Sold Price
$2,185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$315,000
-12.6%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.61%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2010
Sold by
Fluhr Robert J and Fluhr Jacqueline
Bought by
Fluhr Robert J and Fluhr Jacqueline

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2010
Sold by
Fluhr Brian H
Bought by
Fluhr Robert J and Fluhr Jacqueline

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2005
Sold by
Fluhr Robert J and Fluhr Jacqueline
Bought by
Fluhr Brian H and Robert John Fluhr Qprt Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2004
Sold by
Fluhr Robert John and Fluhr Jacqueline
Bought by
Fluhr Brian H and Robert John Fluhr Qtip Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 2002
Sold by
Ferguson Richard D and Ferguson June H
Bought by
Fluhr Robert J and Fluhr Jacqueline

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
6.86%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Starr Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Deolden Gerrye L $2,200,000 First American Title Company
Fluhr Robert J -- None Available
Fluhr Robert J -- None Available
Fluhr Brian H -- Alliance Title Company
Fluhr Robert J -- Alliance Title Company
Fluhr Brian H -- --
Fluhr Robert J $1,195,000 Equity Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Fluhr Robert J $350,000
Previous Owner Fluhr Robert J $500,000
Previous Owner Fluhr Robert J $765,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Rented $24,000 +6.7% --
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Under Contract -- -- --
02/12/2025 02/12/25 For Rent $22,500 0.0% --
03/14/2016 03/14/16 Sold $2,185,000 -9.9% $1,484 / Sq Ft
02/14/2016 02/14/16 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2015 05/08/15 Price Changed $2,425,000 -3.0% $1,647 / Sq Ft
03/11/2015 03/11/15 For Sale $2,500,000 -- $1,698 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

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 $32,254 $2,916,019 $2,774,158 $141,861
2024 $32,254 $2,858,843 $2,719,763 $139,080
2023 $31,398 $2,789,917 $2,666,435 $123,482
2022 $27,938 $2,454,140 $2,380,604 $73,536
2021 $27,436 $2,406,020 $2,333,925 $72,095
2020 $25,432 $2,381,350 $2,309,994 $71,356
2019 $24,905 $2,334,657 $2,264,700 $69,957
2018 $24,408 $2,288,880 $2,220,294 $68,586
2017 $23,977 $2,244,000 $2,176,758 $67,242
2016 $15,999 $1,491,283 $1,420,007 $71,276
2015 $15,848 $1,468,883 $1,398,677 $70,206
2014 $15,475 $1,440,110 $1,371,279 $68,831
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 25497635

The MLS

APN: 050-031-20