236 Union St Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Downtown Santa Cruz Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,832
Sq Ft
2,396
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Park or Greenbelt View
- Granite Countertops
- Westlake Elementary School Rated A-
- High Ceiling
- 3-minute walk to Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation
About This Home
As of September 2024Welcome to this elegant Victorian style home on a tree-lined street in downtown Santa Cruz. This lovely home includes high ceilings, crown moldings, hardwood floors and an abundance of windows with plantation shutters. The updated designer kitchen includes sophisticated subway tile, breakfast bar, farmhouse sink and opens to the dining room which has access to the private rear yard. Adjacent to the kitchen is a spacious family room which could also be used as a home office or study. The inviting living room includes inlaid hardwood floors, a fireplace and decorative ceiling medallions making it perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms with ample closet space and tree top views. The laundry area is ideally located upstairs. Also included is a new roof in 2024, Nest thermostat and on-demand water heater. Behind the home is a 1-car garage and shared driveway with additional guest parking. Close to all of downtown amenities, tucked away on a side street and in a highly rated school district, what a wonderful place to call home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #01234944 Listed on: 08/13/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,463
Year Built
- Built in 1982
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Property Views
- Park or Greenbelt
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,832 Sq Ft Home
- High Ceiling
- Separate Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Laundry on upper level
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Additional Features
- 2,396 Sq Ft Lot
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Association fees include common area electricity, fencing, insurance - common area, maintenance - common area, maintenance - road
- Chestnut Union Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 005-501-04-000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 13, 2024
Closed on
Sep 18, 2024
Sold by
Rall Kathleen
Bought by
Zinkievich Craig and Zinkievich Mary
Seller's Agent
Monika Davidson
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christine Pini
David Lyng Real Estate
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,410,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
0.79%
Views
24
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
-$63,414
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.83%
Original Mortgage
$1,128,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,117,491
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$229,095
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 11, 2016
Sold by
Gudgeirsson Kevin E and Gudgeirsson Megan E
Bought by
Rall Kathleen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 6, 2013
Sold by
Matusik John F
Bought by
Gudgeirsson Kevin E and Gudgeirsson Megan E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$599,200
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 2007
Sold by
Matusik John F and Matusik Charlotte
Bought by
Matusik John F and Matusik Charlotte
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 8, 2007
Sold by
Kincaid Mardelle and Estate Of Douglas Kincaid
Bought by
Matusik John G and Matusik Charlotte
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 17, 1996
Sold by
Clemens Jacqueline K and Kincaid Jacqueline K
Bought by
Kincaid Douglas J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,410,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $874,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $749,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $750,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,128,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $375,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $660,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $591,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $599,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $320,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $314,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $300,700 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $68,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2024 09/19/24 | Sold | $1,410,000 | +0.8% | $770 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2024 08/20/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/13/2024 08/13/24 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | -- | $764 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $11,463 | $1,410,000 | $916,500 | $493,500 |
| 2023 | $11,324 | $994,463 | $596,678 | $397,785 |
| 2022 | $11,197 | $974,963 | $584,978 | $389,985 |
| 2021 | $10,963 | $955,847 | $573,508 | $382,339 |
| 2020 | $10,877 | $946,045 | $567,627 | $378,418 |
| 2019 | $10,641 | $927,495 | $556,497 | $370,998 |
| 2018 | $10,520 | $909,310 | $545,586 | $363,724 |
| 2017 | $10,385 | $891,480 | $534,888 | $356,592 |
| 2016 | $8,748 | $775,615 | $464,955 | $310,660 |
| 2015 | $8,550 | $763,965 | $457,971 | $305,994 |
| 2014 | $8,406 | $749,000 | $449,000 | $300,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Monika Davidson
Seller's Agent in 2024
Monika Davidson
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 465-7628
2 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
Christine Pini
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Christine Pini
David Lyng Real Estate
(831) 515-2281
1 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81976558
APN: 005-501-04-000
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