Geneva Lawless
David Lyng Real Estate
(831) 708-9272
86 Total Sales
5 in Rio del Mar
$775K - $2.2M Price Range
223 Sand St Aptos, CA 95003
Rio del Mar NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,544,000 - $1,802,275
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,865
Sq Ft
$887/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Art Studio
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Rio Del Mar Elementary School Rated 9+
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
About This Home
As of January 2021Just steps from Rio Del Mar Beach, gourmet restaurants&Artisan markets,this original surf shack was built in the '40s &most recently enlarged into an architecturally spectacular 4 bedroom home.This property is on a private road,nestled amongst majestic Redwood trees &exotic foliage.Numerous windows&skylights illuminate this meticulously manicured home w/abundant sunlight.The kitchen features stainless steel,6 burner gas range& pass-through opening to an elegant glass enclosed dining room.2 beds &full bath downstairs,&2 beds(1 is a master suite)upstairs.Cozy fireplace in the master suite,w/high ceilings,skylights,a soaking tub,separate shower &walk-in closet.The tranquil outdoor space includes a brand new hot tub, sauna & 3 separate patio areas on the terraced backyard reinforced with newly engineered retaining walls. A peaceful pond w/a waterfall are other special features that make this home so treasured.At the top of the property,enjoy an expansive view of the Rio Del Mar beach area.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Intero Real Estate Services License #01334273 Listed on: 12/01/2020
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 1943
Lot Details
- 9,757 Sq Ft Lot
- Southwest Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Back Yard
Parking
- 1 Carport Space
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,865 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights in Kitchen
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Art Studio
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Oversized Bathtub in Primary Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer and Dryer
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Shed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 11, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 1, 2020
Closed on
Dec 18, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Cosgrove
Intero Real Estate Services
Buyer's Agent
Bret Ziscke
Bailey Properties
List Price
$1,300,000
Sold Price
$1,425,000
Premium/Discount to List
$125,000
9.62%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.69%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 4, 2012
Closed on
Feb 8, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Lavigne
Michael Lavigne Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Danny Alvarez
David Lyng Real Estate
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$610,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.84%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 11, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$287,500
Interest Rate
5.97%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 16, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Rio del Mar, CA
-
Geneva Lawless
-
Jeff Wickum
Jeff Wickum
Epique Realty
(831) 246-9727
29 Total Sales
1 in Rio del Mar
$1,800,000 Price
-
Colin Clancy
Colin Clancy
KW Bay Area Estates
(669) 271-7187
60 Total Sales
1 in Rio del Mar
$949,999 Price
-
Kelley Solberg
Kelley Solberg
KW Bay Area Estates
(669) 238-2350
91 Total Sales
3 in Rio del Mar
$1.1M - $1.7M Price Range
-
Ayelet Gingold
Ayelet Gingold
Agam Real Estate
(669) 202-4727
93 Total Sales
1 in Rio del Mar
$1,570,000 Price
-
Paul Locatelli
Paul Locatelli
Epique Realty
(831) 603-2633
97 Total Sales
7 in Rio del Mar
$1.1M - $7M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| $1,425,000 | First American Title Company | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| $610,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | New Century Title Company | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| $752,500 | First American Title Co | ||
| $565,000 | First American Title Co | ||
| $357,500 | Santa Cruz Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $365,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $365,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $287,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/08/2021 01/08/21 | Sold | $1,425,000 | +9.6% | $764 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/07/2020 12/07/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/01/2020 12/01/20 | For Sale | $1,300,000 | +113.1% | $697 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/15/2012 02/15/12 | Sold | $610,000 | +1.8% | $327 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/12/2012 01/12/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/04/2012 01/04/12 | For Sale | $599,000 | -- | $321 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History
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| 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 | $17,705 | $1,542,465 | $1,156,849 | $385,616 |
| 2023 | $17,380 | $1,482,571 | $1,111,928 | $370,643 |
| 2022 | $17,034 | $1,453,500 | $1,090,125 | $363,375 |
| 2021 | $8,728 | $707,846 | $424,708 | $283,138 |
| 2020 | $8,579 | $700,588 | $420,353 | $280,235 |
| 2019 | $8,425 | $686,850 | $412,110 | $274,740 |
| 2018 | $8,194 | $673,383 | $404,030 | $269,353 |
| 2017 | $8,116 | $660,180 | $396,108 | $264,072 |
| 2016 | $7,915 | $647,235 | $388,341 | $258,894 |
| 2015 | $7,831 | $637,513 | $382,508 | $255,005 |
| 2014 | $7,645 | $625,025 | $375,015 | $250,010 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jennifer Cosgrove
Seller's Agent in 2021
Jennifer Cosgrove
Intero Real Estate Services
(408) 930-8425
2 in this area
58 Total Sales
-
Bret Ziscke
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Bret Ziscke
Bailey Properties
(831) 234-2442
1 in this area
26 Total Sales
-
Michael Lavigne
Seller's Agent in 2012
Michael Lavigne
Michael Lavigne Real Estate
(831) 708-1663
2 in this area
23 Total Sales
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Danny Alvarez
David Lyng Real Estate
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81820756
APN: 042-221-14-000
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