NOT LISTED FOR SALE

226 Buena Vista Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Upper Seabright Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,440,918 - $1,529,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,240 Sq Ft
$1,200/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 25, 2015

Last sale price $740,000 $597 Per Sq Ft

Est. 101% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,077/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Granite Countertops
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Double Oven

About This Home

As of June 2015

Just steps to the Beach, Boardwalk and the Wharf. This very private two bedrooms, two baths home has a pool in the back and a nice large patio in the front, completely fenced and gated, with hardwood floors, large fireplace, Stainless Appliances and hot tub. Who could ask for more? This is a great week-ender or vacation rental

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandra Meyrose

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00887320 Listed on: 04/30/2015

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Paul Zech

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01883107

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,800

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 4,008 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Grass Covered Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 1,240 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Thermostat
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 010-201-26-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,800

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Unknown
  • Age: 58
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1240
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Zoning Description: R-1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: No Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven - Double, Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1240
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Fire Alarm, Security Fence
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Shower and Tub, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Sealed Crawlspace
  • Pool Description: Pool - Fenced, Pool - Heated, Pool - In Ground
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Deck, Fenced, Low Maintenance
  • Pool: Yes
  • Fencing: Complete Perimeter, Fenced Back, Fenced Front, Gate
  • Construction Type: Masonry

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Heating System: Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public, Sewer Connected

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Regular
  • Parcel Number: 010-201-26-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.0920
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 4008.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 4008.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Thermostat Controller

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2019
Sold by
Herman Merit B
Bought by
Jeiroudi Aisha B
Current Estimated Value
$1,487,730

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2016
Sold by
Herman Kimberly A and Herman Merit B
Bought by
Herman Merit A

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 30, 2015
Closed on
Jun 18, 2015
Sold by
Olson Kathleen E and The Kathleen E Olson Trust
Bought by
Herman Merit B
Seller's Agent
Sandra Meyrose
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Paul Zech
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$789,000
Sold Price
$740,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-6.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.80%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 2005
Sold by
Olson Kathleen E
Bought by
Olson Kathleen E and The Kathleen E Olson Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$282,000
Interest Rate
4.97%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 2002
Sold by
Heckmann Louis A and Fick Kim E
Bought by
Olson Kathleen E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$388,000
Interest Rate
6.06%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 1997
Sold by
Merriman Matthew F and Merriman Kim R
Bought by
Fick Randolph K and Fick Kim E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$261,250
Interest Rate
7.36%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 1994
Sold by
Cushing Gertrude C
Bought by
Merriman Matthew F and Merriman Kim R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,950
Interest Rate
3.87%
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
Jeiroudi Aisha B $1,146,000 Old Republic Title Company
Herman Merit A -- None Available
Herman Merit B $740,000 Stewart Title Of Ca Inc
Olson Kathleen E -- First American Title Co
Olson Kathleen E $485,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Fick Randolph K $275,000 Old Republic Title Company
Merriman Matthew F $225,500 Santa Cruz Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Olson Kathleen E $284,600
Previous Owner Olson Kathleen E $282,000
Previous Owner Olson Kathleen E $63,500
Previous Owner Olson Kathleen E $388,000
Previous Owner Fick Randolph K $380,000
Previous Owner Fick Randolph K $100,000
Previous Owner Fick Randolph K $37,483
Previous Owner Fick Randolph K $261,250
Previous Owner Merriman Matthew F $202,950
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/25/2015 06/25/15 Sold $740,000 -3.3% $597 / Sq Ft
06/10/2015 06/10/15 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2015 05/29/15 Price Changed $765,000 -3.0% $617 / Sq Ft
04/30/2015 04/30/15 For Sale $789,000 -- $636 / 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 $13,800 $1,252,782 $939,586 $313,196
2023 $13,631 $1,204,135 $903,101 $301,034
2022 $13,477 $1,180,525 $885,393 $295,132
2021 $13,193 $1,157,378 $868,033 $289,345
2020 $13,089 $1,145,510 $859,132 $286,378
2019 $9,135 $797,269 $592,565 $204,704
2018 $9,030 $781,637 $580,946 $200,691
2017 $8,991 $766,312 $569,556 $196,756
2016 $8,494 $751,286 $558,388 $192,898
2015 $6,540 $584,469 $350,682 $233,787
2014 $6,429 $573,020 $343,813 $229,207
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sandra Meyrose

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Sandra Meyrose

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (831) 596-7300

    5 Total Sales

    Sandra Meyrose
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  • Paul Zech

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Paul Zech

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (831) 247-3007

    97 Total Sales

    Paul Zech
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81462765

MLSListings

APN: 010-201-26-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95062 Upper Seabright

226 Buena Vista Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 226 Buena Vista Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 since 30 April 2015 and is currently estimated at $1,487,730, approximately $1,199 per square foot. This property was built in 1957. 226 Buena Vista Ave is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Gault Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School, and Santa Cruz High School.

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