NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2242 Cliff St San Diego, CA 92116

University Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,131,000 - $1,473,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,278 Sq Ft
$1,010/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 10, 2021

Last sale price $1,188,500 $930 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,934/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Private Yard
  • Birney Elementary School Rated A
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • 4-minute walk to Trolley Barn Park

About This Home

As of November 2021

This beautiful 1924 historic Mills Act home is located just near the Trolley Barn Park in the Valle Vista Historic Neighborhood. Everything is pristine, including the refinished, original oak flooring, coved ceilings, and updated electrical and plumbing. Bright and airy, there is lots of private outdoor space for entertaining and a brand new bonus room. Many recent upgrades, including a renovated kitchen, tankless water heater, and HVAC mini-splits. Houses of this quality, especially with such spacious rooms, are rarely available. A MUST SEE! Located North of Adams Ave in the desirable Valle Vista Historic District, this Mills Act Designated home features; (1.) An updated Electrical Panel; (2.) Replaced Main Drain Line to the City Sewer; (3.) French Drains on each side of the House and Garage, which divert water away from the House; (4.) HVAC Mini-Splits on each floor; (5.) A Tankless Hot Water Heater; (6.) Renovated Kitchen, with White Kitchen Cabinets, Caesarstone Countertops & Stainless Steel Appliances; (7.) A spacious 312 Sqft Living Room, with refinished Oak Hardwood Floors and Coved Ceilings; (8.) A large 321 Sqft second floor Main Bedroom, with a 200 Sqft Rooftop Entertainment Patio & an additional Patio off the Main Bedroom, (9.) The Main Bathroom offers a Vanity with Dual Sinks, SoapStone Countertops, a large walk-in Shower & a large walk-in Closet; (10.) The 321 Sqft Guest Bedroom downstairs, offers refinished Oak Hardwood Floors, Crown Molding and French Doors, that lead out onto a private Entertainment Patio; (11.) The spacious 400 Sqft 2 Car Detached Garage, offers newly installed Storage Cabinets, a Beverage Fridge & a side-by-side Washer & Dryer; (12.) Just steps to the ever popular Trolley Barn Park & a short walk to the ever popular University Heights Central Business District. A MUST SEE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christopher Hutchinson

Van Effner License #01466032 Listed on: 10/12/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Greg Von Herzen

VH Properties License #01749126

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,126

Year Built

  • Built in 1924 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 2,937 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Fence is in excellent condition
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,278 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Schools

  • San Diego Unified School District Elementary And Middle School
  • San Diego Unified School District High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 438-161-23-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,126

Year Built

Built in 1924 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean/Spanish
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Market Area: Metro Uptown
  • Cross Street: Panorama
  • Neighborhood: University Heights
  • Supplement: Located North of Adams Ave in the desirable Valle Vista Historic District, this Mills Act Designated home features; (1.) An updated Electrical Panel; (2.) Replaced Main Drain Line to the City Sewer; (3.) French Drains on each side of the House and Garage, which divert water away from the House; (4.) HVAC Mini-Splits on each floor; (5.) A Tankless Hot Water Heater; (6.) Renovated Kitchen, with White Kitchen Cabinets, Caesarstone Countertops & Stainless Steel Appliances; (7.) A spacious 312 Sqft Living Room, with refinished Oak Hardwood Floors and Coved Ceilings; (8.) A large 321 Sqft second floor Main Bedroom, with a 200 Sqft Rooftop Entertainment Patio & an additional Patio off the Main Bedroom, (9.) The Main Bathroom offers a Vanity with Dual Sinks, SoapStone Countertops, a large walk-in Shower & a large walk-in Closet; (10.) The 321 Sqft Guest Bedroom downstairs, offers refinished Oak Hardwood Floors, Crown Molding and French Doors, that lead out onto a private Entertainment Patio; (11.) The spacious 400 Sqft 2 Car Detached Garage, offers newly installed Storage Cabinets, a Beverage Fridge & a side-by-side Washer & Dryer; (12.) Just steps to the ever popular Trolley Barn Park & a short walk to the ever popular University Heights Central Business District. A MUST SEE!
  • Estimated Living Space: 1,000 to 1,499 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 860.72
  • Miscellaneous: Dog Run
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 929.97
  • Residential Unit Location: Detached
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 929.97
  • Stories: 2 Story
  • Stories In Building: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Sub Flooring: Wood over Crawlspace
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Gas Stove, Range/Stove Hood
  • Walls: Drywall
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 24X13
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Garage
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1278
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Full, Excellent Condition, Blockwall
  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop, Spanish Tile
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Three or more Steps To Entry: Yes
  • Exclusive Use Yard: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Parking Spaces Total: 5

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air, Zoned Area(s)
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected, Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Water Heater Type: Gas, Tankless
  • Heating: Zoned Areas, Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Telecommunications: Cable (coaxial)
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Building: 1
  • Entry Level Unit: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Units In Building: 1
  • Community: UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS

Schools

  • School District URL: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
  • Elementary School: San Diego Unified School District
  • Elementary School Website: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
  • High School: San Diego Unified School District
  • Middle School Url: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
  • Middle School: San Diego Unified School District

Lot Info

  • Irrigation: Automatic, Sprinklers
  • Lot Size: 1-3,999 SF
  • Site: Public Street
  • Topography: Level
  • Water District: CITY OF SAN DIEGO
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 438-161-23-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 2937
  • Water District URL: http://www.ci.san-diego.ca.us/water
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.07
  • Map Code Column: D
  • Map Code Page: 1269
  • Map Code Row: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 12, 2021
Closed on
Nov 1, 2021
Sold by
Bachofer Karen Volz and Karen Volz Bachofer Revocable
Bought by
Stahl Valerie Elise and Golod Greg
Seller's Agent
Christopher Hutchinson
Van Effner
Buyer's Agent
Greg Von Herzen
VH Properties
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,188,500
Premium/Discount to List
$88,500
8.05%
Current Estimated Value
$1,290,850

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$102,350
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.10%
Original Mortgage
$950,800
Outstanding Balance
$871,486
Interest Rate
3.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$419,364

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2013
Sold by
Bachofer Karen Volz
Bought by
Bachofer Karen Volz

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2010
Sold by
Bachofer Karen V
Bought by
Bachofer Karen Volz

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2010
Sold by
Bachofer Karen Volz
Bought by
Bachofer Karen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 2, 2003
Sold by
Bachofer Karen Volz
Bought by
Bachofer Karen Volz

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$347,000
Interest Rate
6.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2001
Sold by
Bachofer Christian Frederick
Bought by
Bachofer Karen Volz

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$347,400
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 1998
Sold by
Connell Cheryl C
Bought by
Berkowitz Cliff S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,000
Interest Rate
6.61%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Stahl Valerie Elise $1,188,500 Chicago Title Company
Bachofer Karen Volz -- None Available
Bachofer Karen Volz -- Chicago Title Company
Bachofer Karen -- Chicago Title Company
Bachofer Karen Volz -- American Title Co
Bachofer Karen Volz -- Chicago Title Co
Bachofer Karen Volz $386,000 Chicago Title Co
Berkowitz Cliff S $220,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Stahl Valerie Elise $950,800
Previous Owner Bachofer Karen $400,000
Previous Owner Bachofer Karen Volz $347,000
Previous Owner Bachofer Karen Volz $347,400
Previous Owner Berkowitz Cliff S $209,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/10/2021 11/10/21 Sold $1,188,500 +8.0% $930 / Sq Ft
10/18/2021 10/18/21 Pending -- -- --
10/12/2021 10/12/21 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $861 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego 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 $2,126 $200,744 $90,446 $110,298
2024 $2,126 $177,270 $83,754 $93,516
2023 $2,326 $217,075 $108,514 $108,561
2022 $2,588 $217,075 $108,514 $108,561
2021 $2,439 $202,250 $100,045 $102,205
2020 $6,359 $521,392 $309,482 $211,910
2019 $6,244 $511,169 $303,414 $207,755
2018 $5,837 $501,147 $297,465 $203,682
2017 $80 $491,322 $291,633 $199,689
2016 $5,604 $481,689 $285,915 $195,774
2015 $5,520 $474,455 $281,621 $192,834
2014 $5,432 $465,162 $276,105 $189,057
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Christopher Hutchinson

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Christopher Hutchinson

    Van Effner

    (619) 987-4478

    6 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Christopher Hutchinson
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  • Greg Von Herzen

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Greg Von Herzen

    VH Properties

    (619) 884-2697

    2 in this area

    13 Total Sales

    Greg Von Herzen
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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 210028618

San Diego MLS

APN: 438-161-23

California San Diego County San Diego 92116 University Heights

2242 Cliff St, San Diego, CA

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