NOT LISTED FOR SALE

230 Forest Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Upper Seabright Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,111,712 - $1,349,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
970 Sq Ft
$1,279/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2015

Last sale price $660,000 $680 Per Sq Ft

Est. 88% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,292/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows

About This Home

As of April 2015

Traditional eastside bungalow combines great walkability and sought-after urban convenience. Upgraded 2 br, 1ba mid century charmer nestled in desirable neighborhood close to 67 Arana Gulch Greenbelt and Upper YachtHarbor areas. Sunny private yard w/patio, deck and outdoor spa tub. Interior amenities include hardwood floors, dual pane wood windows, skylights and crown molding. Perfect for First Time Buyers or Down-Scalers.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Brezsny

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01063297 Listed on: 04/06/2015

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

David Jordan

JCL Realty Inc License #01357754

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,870

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 970 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Multiple Heating Units
  • Wall Furnace
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • 220 Volts
  • Sewer Within 50 Feet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 011-042-25

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,870

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Age: 52
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 970
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining "L"
  • Kitchen: 220 Volt Outlet, Cooktop - Electric, Countertop - Tile, Exhaust Fan, Hood Over Range, Oven - Electric, Oven Range, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 970
  • Stories: 1
  • Laundry: Hookup - Washer/Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl / Linoleum
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Shower and Tub
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Deck, Fenced, Sprinklers - Auto, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Fireplace, Gas, Heating - 2+ Units, Wall Furnace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer in Street

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Skylight

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High
  • Elementary School: De Laveaga Elementary
  • High School: Harbor High
  • High School: 851
  • Elementary School: 843

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 011-042-25
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5097.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5097.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Toilet, Skylight

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
  • Elementary School Text: De Laveaga Elementary
  • High School Text: Harbor High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 6, 2015
Closed on
Apr 24, 2015
Sold by
Nitikman Jay and Bunin Lisa J
Bought by
Scott Lisa M
Seller's Agent
Tom Brezsny
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
David Jordan
JCL Realty Inc
List Price
$629,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
$31,000
4.93%
Current Estimated Value
$1,240,928

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$580,928
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.80%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2007
Sold by
Nitikman Jay
Bought by
Nitikman Jay and Bunin Lisa J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 2000
Sold by
Tonja D
Bought by
Nitikman Jay

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$295,200
Interest Rate
8.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 1996
Sold by
Scott Joann and Joann Scott Revocable Trust
Bought by
Medina Michael S and Medina Tonja D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$174,800
Interest Rate
6.98%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 1994
Sold by
Scott Joann
Bought by
Scott Joann
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
Scott Lisa M $660,000 Old Republic Title Company
Nitikman Jay -- None Available
Nitikman Jay $369,000 First American Title Co
Medina Michael S $184,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Scott Joann -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Nitikman Jay $380,000
Previous Owner Nitikman Jay $270,200
Previous Owner Nitikman Jay $160,000
Previous Owner Nitikman Jay $275,000
Previous Owner Nitikman Jay $275,000
Previous Owner Nitikman Jay $75,500
Previous Owner Nitikman Jay $275,000
Previous Owner Nitikman Jay $75,500
Previous Owner Nitikman Jay $295,200
Previous Owner Medina Michael S $219,000
Previous Owner Medina Michael S $29,000
Previous Owner Medina Michael S $174,800
Closed Nitikman Jay $55,350
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2015 04/30/15 Sold $660,000 +4.9% $680 / Sq Ft
04/16/2015 04/16/15 Pending -- -- --
04/06/2015 04/06/15 For Sale $629,000 -- $648 / 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 $8,870 $797,789 $638,231 $159,558
2023 $8,762 $766,810 $613,448 $153,362
2022 $8,663 $751,774 $601,419 $150,355
2021 $8,482 $737,034 $589,627 $147,407
2020 $8,415 $729,476 $583,581 $145,895
2019 $8,229 $715,172 $572,138 $143,034
2018 $8,135 $701,150 $560,920 $140,230
2017 $8,030 $687,402 $549,921 $137,481
2016 $7,586 $673,923 $539,138 $134,785
2015 $5,222 $462,648 $363,598 $99,050
2014 -- $453,586 $356,476 $97,110
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tom Brezsny

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Tom Brezsny

    Sereno Group

    (831) 818-1431

    8 in this area

    225 Total Sales

    Tom Brezsny
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    David Jordan

    JCL Realty Inc

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81458655

MLSListings

APN: 011-042-25-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95062 Upper Seabright

230 Forest Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 230 Forest Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 since 06 April 2015 and is currently estimated at $1,240,928, approximately $1,279 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 230 Forest Ave is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including De Laveaga Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School, and Harbor High School.

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