$1,385,000
SOLD OCT 10, 2018
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,130 Sq Ft
3,975 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,226 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stone Countertops
  • Paul Ecke-Central Elementary Rated A
  • Mountain View
  • Converted Garage

About This Home

As of October 2018

Your charming single level Leucadia beach house awaits! Privately perched above street level, this ideal location is West of the 101 and just one block to Stone Steps beach access. Freshly updated with tons of natural light. The Kitchen features recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, white granite counters and subway tile backsplash. The 3rd bedroom is a detached finished bonus room featuring a private patio and Bali style outdoor shower. Lush landscaping w/ private backyard, spa & outdoor shower. Ideal primary, 2nd or investment home! This 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Leucadia home offers a beautifully finished garage conversion that serves as a Bonus room complete with a Bali style outdoor shower and private patio. This phenomenal and functional space features a roll up glass/metal door to create indoor/outdoor living, wood floors and tons of light. Use it as a master retreat, game room, or detached casita... you choose!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Koehnen

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01802820 Listed on: 08/10/2018

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Lindsay Dunlap

Compass License #01914054

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Koehnen

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01802820 Listed on: 08/10/2018

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,997

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 3,975 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Gentle Sloping Lot

Home Design

  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,130 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Oven or Range
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Converted Garage
  • Driveway

Location

  • West of 101 Freeway
  • West of 5 Freeway

Utilities

  • Separate Water Meter
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Accessible Parking
  • Patio
  • Detached Guest House

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 256-281-23-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,997

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: Coastal North
  • Cross Street: Neptune
  • Neighborhood: Leucadia/Beach
  • Supplement: Ideal primary, 2nd or investment home! This 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Leucadia home offers a beautifully finished garage conversion that serves as a Bonus room complete with a Bali style outdoor shower and private patio. This phenomenal and functional space features a roll up glass/metal door to create indoor/outdoor living, wood floors and tons of light. Use it as a master retreat, game room, or detached casita... you choose!
  • LP / Sq Ft: 1291.15
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1225.66
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 1225.66
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Accessibility Features: Parking
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • 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

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan, Crown Moldings, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Stone Counters
  • Equipment Available: Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Searchable Rooms: MBR Entry Level, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11x11
  • Optional Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Closet Stacked
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1130
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Wood/Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Guest House: Detached
  • Patio: Patio
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountains/Hills

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Converted
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 1

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Electric, Gas
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: LEUCADIA

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 1-3,999 SF
  • Site: West of I-5, West of 101
  • Topography: Slope Gentle
  • Additional Property Use: ORMKS
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 256-281-23-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 3975

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2025
Sold by
Birkenbach Mark D and Birkenbach Jana T
Bought by
Birkenbach Family Trust and Birkenbach
Current Estimated Value
$2,695,656

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2021
Sold by
Dobecki Douglas A and Dobecki Amy L
Bought by
Birkenbach Mark D and Birkenbach Jana T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,320,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 10, 2018
Closed on
Oct 2, 2018
Sold by
Ejh Beach Investments Llc
Bought by
Dobecki Douglas A and Dobecki Amy L
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Koehnen
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Koehnen
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$165,000
-10.65%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.15%
Original Mortgage
$1,038,750
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 16, 2015
Closed on
Feb 19, 2016
Sold by
Archinal David H
Bought by
Ejh Beach Investments Llc
Seller's Agent
Gary Martin
Gary Martin, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Ezequiel Aguilar
DVilla Realty
List Price
$1,235,000
Sold Price
$1,235,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.49%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 2009
Sold by
Majek William R and Majek Monica M
Bought by
Archinal David H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
4.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2009
Sold by
Majek William R
Bought by
Majek William R and Majek Monica M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 2005
Sold by
Hegarty George W and Jackson Jill V
Bought by
Majek William R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$430,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2002
Sold by
Muchin David Alan and Muchin Nancy Joy
Bought by
Hegarty George W and Jackson Jill

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$362,548
Interest Rate
6.86%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2000
Sold by
Miller Shirley and Miller Ora A
Bought by
Muchin David Alan and Muchin Nancy Joy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$242,000
Interest Rate
8.38%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 1999
Sold by
Dietrich Robert H and Dietrich Donna L
Bought by
Miller Shirley and Miller Ora A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$263,200
Interest Rate
6.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 1990

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 1990
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $1,650,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $1,385,000 First American Title Company
Grant Deed $1,235,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $800,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $900,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $582,500 North American Title
Grant Deed $386,000 South Coast Title Company
Grant Deed $329,000 South Coast Title Company
Deed $295,000 --
Deed $237,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,320,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,038,750 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $600,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Balloon
Previous Owner $430,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $363,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $362,548 No Value Available
Previous Owner $242,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $263,200 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/10/2018 10/10/18 Sold $1,385,000 -5.1% $1,226 / Sq Ft
09/17/2018 09/17/18 Pending -- -- --
09/15/2018 09/15/18 Price Changed $1,459,000 -2.6% $1,291 / Sq Ft
09/07/2018 09/07/18 Price Changed $1,498,000 -3.4% $1,326 / Sq Ft
08/10/2018 08/10/18 For Sale $1,550,000 +25.5% $1,372 / Sq Ft
02/29/2016 02/29/16 Sold $1,235,000 0.0% $1,093 / Sq Ft
02/15/2016 02/15/16 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2015 11/16/15 For Sale $1,235,000 -- $1,093 / 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 $18,997 $1,786,012 $1,623,648 $162,364
2024 $18,997 $1,750,993 $1,591,812 $159,181
2023 $18,601 $1,716,660 $1,560,600 $156,060
2022 $17,952 $1,427,334 $1,391,265 $36,069
2021 $15,887 $1,427,334 $1,391,265 $36,069
2020 $15,744 $1,412,700 $1,377,000 $35,700
2019 $15,431 $1,385,000 $1,350,000 $35,000
2018 $14,396 $1,284,894 $1,092,420 $192,474
2017 $191 $1,259,700 $1,071,000 $188,700
2016 $9,634 $865,805 $822,516 $43,289
2015 $9,466 $852,801 $810,162 $42,639
2014 $9,243 $836,097 $794,293 $41,804
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 180044714

San Diego MLS

APN: 256-281-23