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Seller's Agent in 2019
Ben Strock
Strock Real Estate
226 Highland Dr Aptos, CA 95003
Rio del Mar NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,538,000 - $2,244,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,839
Sq Ft
$1,053/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Wine Cellar
- Wood Flooring
- Rio Del Mar Elementary School Rated 9+
- Wood Burning Stove
- Mediterranean Architecture
About This Home
As of February 2019Have you ever dreamt of a home that was so comfortable, beautiful, and picturesque that you never wanted to leave? Tucked between the Pacific Ocean and the Aptos hills, this 1935 Californian Spanish gem paints the perfect fairytale beach lifestyle through sexy architecture, spectacular ocean view sunsets, and period charm that is truly irreplaceable. There won't be a jaw that doesn't drop when they walk through the door of envy from the view that awaits. Imagine reading on your iPad with views more magnificent than the famed " Apple Retina Display" or cocktail parties that require no preparation as the views and architecture are so tantalizing they will always steal the show. It doesn't end there; the house is updated from head to toe, the streets are lined with Cypress trees reminiscent of Carmel, the micro-climate is wind protected and warmer than most surrounding areas, it's within two miles of the majority of Aptos area amenities and less than an hour from the Bay Area.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Ben Strock
Strock Real Estate License #02032729 Listed on: 06/26/2018
Last Buyer's Agent
Ben Strock
Strock Real Estate License #02032729 Listed on: 06/26/2018
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1935
Lot Details
- 8,451 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Lot Sloped Down
- Zoning described as R-1-4-L
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Uncovered Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Ocean
- Mountain
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Tile Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,839 Sq Ft Home
- Beamed Ceilings
- High Ceiling
- Wood Burning Stove
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Wine Cellar
- Family or Dining Combination
- Bonus Room
- Storage Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Sewer Within 50 Feet
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 042-222-04-000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 14, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 26, 2018
Closed on
Feb 7, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ben Strock
Strock Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Ben Strock
Strock Real Estate
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$295,000
-14.79%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.79%
Original Mortgage
$1,275,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 1, 2016
Closed on
Sep 12, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lauren Spencer
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dwight Pledger
Prudential California Realty
List Price
$1,795,000
Sold Price
$1,755,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-2.23%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.32%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 2007
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
$950,000
Interest Rate
6.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 30, 2002
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 7, 1996
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
$104,000
Interest Rate
7%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | -- | ||
| $1,700,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| $1,755,000 | First American Title Company | ||
| -- | Accommodation | ||
| $1,245,000 | Santa Cruz Title Company | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $750,000 | Santa Cruz Title Company | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | North American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,275,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $950,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $104,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2019 02/11/19 | Sold | $1,700,000 | 0.0% | $924 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/26/2018 11/26/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/16/2018 11/16/18 | Off Market | $1,700,000 | -- | -- | |
| 10/19/2018 10/19/18 | Price Changed | $1,845,000 | -5.1% | $1,003 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/25/2018 07/25/18 | Price Changed | $1,945,000 | -2.5% | $1,058 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/26/2018 06/26/18 | For Sale | $1,995,000 | +13.7% | $1,085 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/22/2016 09/22/16 | Sold | $1,755,000 | -2.2% | $954 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/13/2016 08/13/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/01/2016 08/01/16 | For Sale | $1,795,000 | -- | $976 / 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 | $21,440 | $1,896,383 | $1,505,951 | $390,432 |
| 2023 | $21,061 | $1,822,744 | $1,447,473 | $375,271 |
| 2022 | $20,653 | $1,787,003 | $1,419,091 | $367,912 |
| 2021 | $20,181 | $1,751,965 | $1,391,266 | $360,699 |
| 2020 | $19,861 | $1,734,000 | $1,377,000 | $357,000 |
| 2019 | $20,883 | $1,825,902 | $1,533,758 | $292,144 |
| 2018 | $20,337 | $1,790,100 | $1,503,684 | $286,416 |
| 2017 | $20,172 | $1,755,000 | $1,474,200 | $280,800 |
| 2016 | $14,826 | $1,283,365 | $1,026,693 | $256,672 |
| 2015 | $14,142 | $1,210,721 | $968,578 | $242,143 |
| 2014 | $12,762 | $1,090,740 | $872,593 | $218,147 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Lauren Spencer
Seller's Agent in 2016
Lauren Spencer
Coldwell Banker Realty
(831) 688-6461
9 in this area
65 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2016
Dwight Pledger
Prudential California Realty
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Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2016
Meagan Lenz
Strock Real Estate
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81711975
APN: 042-222-04-000
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