$485,000
SOLD MAR 22, 2017

20689 Riptide Square Sterling, VA 20165

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,243 Sq Ft
$75/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$216 Per Sq Ft

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Clubhouse
  • Lowes Island Elementary School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck

About This Home

As of August 2019

Pristine 3BR / 3.5BA 2-Car Garage TH in Lowes Island Backs to Trees * Updated Eat-In Kitchen w/ Silestone C-tops & Gleaming SS Appliances inc. Dbl Range * Sunny 2-Level Turret Showcases High Ceilings & Hardwoods on Main + Master BA Retreat on UL * MBR w/ Vaulted Ceiling & Spacious Walk-In Closet * New Carpet on UL&LL * Rec Rm w/ Gas FP, Full BA & Laundry in Walk-Out LL + Lg Deck Off Kit * '15 Roof

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Kovalak

Real Broker, LLC License #02255204249 Listed on: 02/15/2017

Real Broker, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Collins

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,051

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $75 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,243 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Window Treatments
  • French Doors
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Game Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3.5 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Basement Windows

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Lowes Island Elementary School
  • Seneca Ridge Middle School
  • Dominion High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 422
  • Assessor Parcel Number 006298606000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include snow removal, pool(s), road maintenance, trash
  • Cascades Subdivision, Embassy Turret Floorplan
  • The community has rules related to alterations or architectural changes, covenants

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Community Center

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,051

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$75 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: ,Parking Included In SalePrice
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Remarks Public: Pristine 3BR / 3.5BA 2-Car Garage TH in Lowes Island Backs to Trees * Updated Eat-In Kitchen w/ Silestone C-tops & Gleaming SS Appliances inc. Dbl Range * Sunny 2-Level Turret Showcases High Ceilings & Hardwoods on Main + Master BA Retreat on UL * MBR w/ Vaulted Ceiling & Spacious Walk-In Closet * New Carpet on UL&LL * Rec Rm w/ Gas FP, Full BA & Laundry in Walk-Out LL + Lg Deck Off Kit * '15 Roof
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Chair Railings, Upgraded Countertops, Crown Moldings, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Door Features: French, Six Panel
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, 9'+ Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Entry Location: Foyer
  • Levels Count: 3+
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Game Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Daylight, Full, Full, Fully Finished, Walkout Level, Windows
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 2243
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2243
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 216.23
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2243
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 20689

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Combination, Brick
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 74.50
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Common Grounds, Club House, Community Center, Exercise Room, Pool - Outdoor, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Pool(s), Road Maintenance, Trash
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Management Type: Professional - On-Site
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Rules: Alterations/Architectural Changes, Covenants
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: LOUDOUN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: LOWES ISLAND
  • Middle School: SENECA RIDGE
  • High School: DOMINION
  • School District Key: 121139189813
  • Elementary School: LOWES ISLAND
  • High School: DOMINION
  • Middle Or Junior School: SENECA RIDGE

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 300210.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 145000.00
  • Lot Features: Backs To Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Area: 1742
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1742.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2017

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16532548
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5051.40
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 006298606000
  • Tax Lot: 422
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2243
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Close Date: 03/22/2017

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LOUDOUN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 18, 2019
Closed on
Aug 29, 2019
Sold by
Whitehead Malcolm J and Whitehead Rumiko Oikawa
Bought by
Abbas Mazin and Zain Mariam
Seller's Agent
Charles Jones
RE/MAX Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Dina Azzam
RE/MAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$509,900
Sold Price
$510,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.02%
Current Estimated Value
$751,078

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$241,078
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.96%
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Outstanding Balance
$362,617
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$392,872

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2017
Closed on
Mar 20, 2017
Sold by
Grozis Kevin D and Grozis Elizabeth R
Bought by
Whitehead Malcolm J and Whitehead Rumiko Oikawa
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Kovalak
Real Broker, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Collins
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$485,000
Sold Price
$485,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.08%
Original Mortgage
$460,750
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 2008
Sold by
Owens William F
Bought by
Grozis Kevin D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$312,000
Interest Rate
5.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 1996
Sold by
Windson Development Corp
Bought by
Owens William F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.82%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $510,000 Consumers First Stlmnts Inc
Warranty Deed $485,000 Vesta Settlements Llc
Warranty Deed $390,000 --
Deed $199,950 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $408,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $460,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $296,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $304,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $312,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $58,500 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $150,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2019 08/28/19 Sold $510,000 0.0% $227 / Sq Ft
07/20/2019 07/20/19 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2019 07/18/19 For Sale $509,900 +5.1% $227 / Sq Ft
03/22/2017 03/22/17 Sold $485,000 0.0% $216 / Sq Ft
02/22/2017 02/22/17 Pending -- -- --
02/15/2017 02/15/17 For Sale $485,000 -- $216 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright 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
2024 $5,736 $663,130 $220,000 $443,130
2023 $5,485 $626,860 $220,000 $406,860
2022 $5,155 $579,170 $195,000 $384,170
2021 $5,071 $517,470 $155,000 $362,470
2020 $5,114 $494,080 $155,000 $339,080
2019 $5,036 $481,870 $155,000 $326,870
2018 $5,097 $469,730 $145,000 $324,730
2017 $5,009 $445,210 $145,000 $300,210
2016 $5,051 $441,170 $0 $0
2015 $4,991 $294,770 $0 $294,770
2014 $4,897 $278,970 $0 $278,970
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1000720233

Bright MLS

APN: 006-29-8606