NOT LISTED FOR SALE

223 Karen Dr Alamo, TX 78516

Estimated Value: $184,000 - $241,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,279 Sq Ft
$156/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 20, 2017

Current estimated payment $1,360/month

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • On Golf Course
  • Active Adult
  • High Ceiling
  • Gated with Attendant
  • Bonus Room
  • Community Pool

About This Home

As of November 2017

This lovely modern house with golf course view has a recent roof, new windows, recent a/c w upgraded wiring, extra insulation, extended back driveway, outside patio, 2-car rear-entry garage, under-counter lighting, rock yard, extra-strength screen, front screened-in porch, upgraded kitchen cupboards, solar fan in the attic (extra insulation), a glassed-in sun room with air conditioner, recent interior paint, and new light fixtures. House has high ceilings, natural light and front windows that give a wonderful view of the golf course. It has been superbly maintained, with the owners taking a great deal of pride in ownership. Vacant, clean, staged, and move-in ready and waiting for you! First time home buyers will owe $1,000 at closing to help maintain the community. Come and join us!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Connie Trafton

Trafton Advisory Group, Ltd. Listed on: 10/29/2017

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,363

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 6,229 Sq Ft Lot
  • On Golf Course

HOA Fees

  • $153 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,279 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Vertical Blinds
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Bonus Room
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Storm Doors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Schools

  • Rivas Elementary School
  • Todd Middle School
  • Donna High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Screened Patio

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number A175003000031800

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Alamo Country Club Subdivision
  • Planned Unit Development

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Gated with Attendant

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,363

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$153 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: Exit Expressway 83 onto Tower Rd., heading North. The entrance to Alamo Country Club is on the right down about 1 mile. Guard at the gate will direct to house.
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.143
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Alamo Country Club
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Attic Fans, Thermostat
  • Building Stories: 1
  • GMAR_GeocodeConfidence: Unknown
  • Availability: Negotiable
  • GMAR_LicensedSupervisor: Arthur Eugene Trafton
  • Non-Allowables: No
  • Non-Conveyances: all staging items and furniture
  • Repairs YN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingle
  • Appliances: Water Softener, Water Heater (In Garage), Smooth Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven-Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Other Equipment: 1 Year Warranty
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Energy Feature (Storm Door)
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Living Area: 1279
  • Window Features: Energy Features (Double Pane Windows), Mini Blinds, Vertical Blinds
  • Master Bedroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower Only, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Lower

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters/Spouting, Rock Yard
  • Interior Amenities: Entrance Foyer, Countertops (Laminate), Bonus Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Decorative/High Ceilings
  • Fencing: None
  • Lot Features: Curb & Gutters, On Golf Course
  • Pool Features: None
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened
  • Pool YN: No
  • Golf Cart: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: No Carport, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: City Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Certified 55+ Community, Gated, Golf, Guarded Entrance, Planned Unit Development (PUD), Pool, Tennis Privileges
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association Fee: 153
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Rivas
  • High School: Donna H.S.
  • Junior High Dist: Donna ISD
  • Middle Or Junior School: Todd

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6229.08
  • Parcel #: A175003000031800
  • Own Lot YN: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3363

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2017
Closed on
Nov 20, 2017
Sold by
Ludtke Norman E and Ludtke Judith A
Bought by
Guerra Jaime C and Guerra Maria Elena
Seller's Agent
Connie Trafton
Trafton Advisory Group, Ltd.
List Price
$149,900
Current Estimated Value
$200,105

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.93%
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Outstanding Balance
$110,522
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$89,583

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2017
Sold by
Rhtj Properties Ltd
Bought by
Martinez Julio Alberto

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 2010
Sold by
Ludtke Norman E and Ludtke Judith A
Bought by
Ludtke Norman E and Ludtke Judith A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2009
Sold by
Knecht V Lorraine
Bought by
Ludtke Norman E and Ludtke Judith A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
4.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 1998
Sold by
Ala Van Development Company
Bought by
Knecht George E and Knecht Lorraine
Source: Public Records

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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
Guerra Jaime C -- Valley Land Title Co
Martinez Julio Alberto -- None Available
Ludtke Norman E -- None Available
Ludtke Norman E -- Edwards Abstract & Title Co
Knecht George E -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Guerra Jaime C $132,000
Previous Owner Martinez Julio Alberto $65,000
Previous Owner Ludtke Norman E $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/20/2017 11/20/17 Sold -- -- --
10/29/2017 10/29/17 For Sale $149,900 -- $117 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater McAllen Association of REALTORS®

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 $1,796 $190,270 $65,000 $125,270
2024 $1,796 $177,232 $47,500 $129,732
2023 $4,235 $166,375 $0 $0
2022 $3,940 $151,250 $0 $0
2021 $3,608 $137,500 $36,563 $100,959
2020 $3,389 $125,000 $36,563 $88,437
2019 $3,287 $119,858 $36,563 $83,295
2018 $3,321 $121,914 $36,563 $85,351
2017 $3,391 $122,944 $36,563 $86,381
2016 $3,391 $122,944 $36,563 $86,381
2015 $1,967 $123,972 $36,563 $87,409
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater McAllen Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 213471

Greater McAllen Association of REALTORS®

APN: A1750-03-000-0318-00