NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $369,000 - $470,996

2 Beds
1 Bath
844 Sq Ft
$285/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 13, 2023

Last sale price $375,000 $444 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,977/month

943 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Corian Countertops
  • Open to Family Room
  • Controlled Access
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Guest Parking

About This Home

As of July 2023

Stop renting and buy this affordable "Measure J" condominium, located in wonderful 62+ community (additional residents can be 55+) that is close to everything! This spacious end unit on the second level has elevator access and serene views of trees from both bedrooms. Conveniently located off of 17th Ave, near Soquel Ave and Hwy 1, the wonderful Vista Prieta Community has rec room, sun room, laundry rooms, garden, greenbelt and more. Low HOA of $285/month. Buyer must meet "moderate" income restrictions, cannot own any other real estate, and unit must be buyer's primary residence. County is now allowing 1 person to purchase this unit (usually the requirement is 2). This gorgeous corner unit is one of the best in the building and is completely move-in ready. Bring all offers!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ace Estess Woods

Revest Homes, Inc. License #02028183 Listed on: 09/22/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Teresa Marlow

Monterey Bay Properties License #01733164

Monterey Bay Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,585

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • 915

HOA Fees

  • $285 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 844 Sq Ft Home
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Carpet
  • Laundry on upper level

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Corian Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Covered Parking
  • Guest Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Utilities

  • Wall Furnace

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 026-571-01-000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include garbage, landscaping / gardening, water
  • Vista Prieta Homeowners Association

Additional Features

  • Coin Laundry
  • Controlled Access

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,585

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$285 per month

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Age: 35
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Maximum Unit Floor Number: 2
  • Structure Sq Ft: 844
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Zoning Description: RM-5
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room, Dining Bar
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Electric, Countertop - Solid Surface / Corian, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 844
  • Security: Controlled / Secured Access
  • Laundry: Coin Operated, Community Facility, Inside, Upper Floor
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Shower and Tub

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Assigned Spaces, Common Parking Area, Guest / Visitor Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System: Wall Furnace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 285
  • HOA Documents: Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Financial Statement, Minutes
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Garbage, Landscaping / Gardening, Water
  • H O A Name Text: Vista Prieta Homeowners Association
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 026-571-01-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.0210
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 915.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 915.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Maximum Building Height: 2
  • Minimum Building Height: 2

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2020
Closed on
May 24, 2023
Sold by
Shimwell Richard and Shimwell Louise
Bought by
Bernstein Marilyn and Parsons Heather
Seller's Agent
Ace Estess Woods
Revest Homes, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Teresa Marlow
Monterey Bay Properties
List Price
$387,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-3.1%
Views
323
Current Estimated Value
$411,999

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$36,999
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.45%
Original Mortgage
$0
Interest Rate
7.9%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2019
Closed on
Aug 12, 2019
Sold by
Welles Samuel Paul and Estate Of Patricia M Thrash
Bought by
Shimwell Richard and Wynn Louise
Seller's Agent
Leilani Williams
Coastal Life Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Ace Estess Woods
Dream Catch Properties
List Price
$229,500
Sold Price
$210,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,500
-8.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.94%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2005
Sold by
Thrash Patricia M
Bought by
Thrash Patricia M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,900
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 7, 2004
Sold by
Trash Paul A
Bought by
Thrash Paul A and Thrash Patricia M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 1997
Sold by
Hough Sheila
Bought by
Thrash Paul A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$71,250
Interest Rate
7.36%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 1993
Sold by
Robinson Helen Mary
Bought by
Hough Sheila
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
Bernstein Marilyn $375,000 Stewart Title
Shimwell Richard $210,000 Old Republic Title Company
Thrash Patricia M -- Old Republic Title Company
Thrash Paul A -- First American Title Co
Thrash Paul A $75,000 First American Title Ins Co
Hough Sheila -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Bernstein Marilyn $0
Previous Owner Bernstein Marilyn $300,000
Previous Owner Thrash Patricia M $131,000
Previous Owner Thrash Patricia M $161,900
Previous Owner Thrash Paul A $148,000
Previous Owner Thrash Paul A $65,000
Previous Owner Thrash Paul A $71,250
Closed Shimwell Richard $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/13/2023 07/13/23 Sold $375,000 -3.1% $444 / Sq Ft
04/24/2023 04/24/23 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2020 09/22/20 For Sale $387,000 +84.3% $459 / Sq Ft
08/13/2019 08/13/19 Sold $210,000 -8.5% $263 / Sq Ft
06/29/2019 06/29/19 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2019 05/01/19 For Sale $229,500 -- $287 / 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 $5,585 $382,500 $255,000 $127,500
2023 $3,721 $220,748 $110,374 $110,374
2022 $3,609 $216,420 $108,210 $108,210
2021 $3,403 $212,176 $106,088 $106,088
2020 $3,367 $210,000 $105,000 $105,000
2019 $2,961 $169,134 $84,567 $84,567
2018 $2,795 $156,606 $78,303 $78,303
2017 $2,668 $147,742 $73,871 $73,871
2016 $2,490 $134,310 $67,155 $67,155
2015 $2,238 $122,100 $61,050 $61,050
2014 $2,085 $193,308 $96,654 $96,654
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81812074

MLSListings

APN: 026-571-01-000