Joe Pollifrone
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
(669) 279-3077
51 Total Sales
4 in Rio del Mar
$1.6M - $2.4M Price Range
229 Wixon Ave Aptos, CA 95003
Rio del Mar NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,542,000 - $1,732,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,007
Sq Ft
$796/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Private Pool
- Wood Burning Stove
- Rio Del Mar Elementary School Rated 9+
- Deck
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
As of June 2019In the late 1800s, the Aptos Hotel was built by the legendary founder of C&H Sugar, Claus Spreckels and was as elegant a hotel as you could find in its era. The hotel additionally boasted gorgeous panoramic ocean view honeymoon cottages above the surf line, but within easy walking distance of the ocean. 229 Wixon is believed to be one of the original cottages, built with Spanish charm, character, and filled with love. Today, though only a small remnant of its past the character, fun layout, iron work, gorgeous oak floors, natural light flow, huge lot, permitted guest house, and ocean peaks make this a very warm and inviting home. Though the trees have grown and surrounding neighborhood has sprouted, there is still a fantastic ocean view deck at the top of the lot. We are very proud to be presenting this gorgeous gem that has been lovingly maintained and is ready for the next chapter in its beautiful story.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Ben Strock
Strock Real Estate License #02032729 Listed on: 03/26/2019
Co-Listed By
Shawndy Linquist
Strock Real Estate License #02062936
Last Buyer's Agent
Ryan Holmes
KW Thrive Santa Cruz License #01821898
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 9,409 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as R-1-4
Property Views
- Ocean
- Mountain
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,007 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Stove
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Bonus Room
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Electric Oven
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer and Dryer
Parking
- 3 Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Pool
- Private Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Sewer Within 50 Feet
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 042-202-19-000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 26, 2019
Closed on
Jun 4, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ben Strock
Strock Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Holmes
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
List Price
$1,199,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-8.26%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$497,479
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.35%
Original Mortgage
$880,000
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 4, 2012
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
$150,000
Interest Rate
3.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 7, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Rio del Mar, CA
-
Joe Pollifrone
-
Monica Wason
Monica Wason
M2 Realty Group
(831) 275-1395
30 Total Sales
1 in Rio del Mar
$1,070,000 Price
-
Shawndy Linquist
Shawndy Linquist
Compass
(831) 708-6387
98 Total Sales
16 in Rio del Mar
$899K - $3.3M Price Range
-
John Fuchs
John Fuchs
John Fuchs Properties
(831) 713-2853
7 Total Sales
1 in Rio del Mar
$1,665,000 Price
-
Marcela Simonkova
Marcela Simonkova
David Lyng Real Estate
(831) 704-8687
34 Total Sales
3 in Rio del Mar
$1.3M - $2.2M Price Range
-
Teresa Huntley
Teresa Huntley
Sotheby’s International Realty
(831) 713-2390
18 Total Sales
3 in Rio del Mar
$1.2M - $4.3M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,100,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| -- | Pacific Coast Title | ||
| -- | Accommodation | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $260,000 | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $822,000 | ||
| Closed | $880,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $150,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/06/2019 06/06/19 | Sold | $1,100,000 | -8.3% | $548 / Sq Ft |
| 05/06/2019 05/06/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2019 03/26/19 | For Sale | $1,199,000 | -- | $597 / 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 | $14,377 | $1,227,071 | $836,639 | $390,432 |
| 2023 | $14,100 | $1,179,423 | $804,152 | $375,271 |
| 2022 | $13,810 | $1,156,296 | $788,384 | $367,912 |
| 2021 | $13,444 | $1,133,624 | $772,925 | $360,699 |
| 2020 | $13,225 | $1,122,000 | $765,000 | $357,000 |
| 2019 | $5,085 | $379,610 | $189,805 | $189,805 |
| 2018 | $4,939 | $372,166 | $186,083 | $186,083 |
| 2017 | $4,884 | $364,870 | $182,435 | $182,435 |
| 2016 | $4,769 | $357,716 | $178,858 | $178,858 |
| 2015 | $4,692 | $352,342 | $176,171 | $176,171 |
| 2014 | $4,574 | $345,440 | $172,720 | $172,720 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
B
Seller's Agent in 2019
Ben Strock
Strock Real Estate
-
S
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Shawndy Linquist
Strock Real Estate
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Ryan Holmes
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81744148
APN: 042-202-19-000
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