NOT LISTED FOR SALE

254 La Vida Rd Aptos, CA 95003

Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,675,000 - $2,001,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,112 Sq Ft
$609/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 01, 2018

Last sale price $1,130,000 $363 Per Sq Ft

Est. 68% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,100/month

38 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • City Lights View
  • Deck
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • 2.66 Acre Lot
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of August 2018

Views! Stunning country views of Pleasant Valley & Corralitos hills from this newer home on private rd. Large picture windows throughout combined w/artistic angles frame the beautiful lush countryside outdoors. Entry level has 3 BRs, BA, laundry area, access to 2 car garage & large living room w/fireplace. A decorative metal handrail leads up to 2nd level w/dramatic high ceilings & wall to ceiling windows & doors across w/access to 2 outdoor decks. The raised kitchen looks over the informal/formal dining areas, wet bar w/wine cooler & sitting area w/gas fireplace taking advantage of the views. The kitchen is an entertainer's delight w/expansive granite counter tops, large sink, gas stove & plenty of cabinet storage space w/additional lighting. The MBR has access to exterior deck, bath w/soaking tub & stall shower & very large walk in closet w/access to a bonus loft used as an office. Areas surrounding home could be turned into additional outdoor areas or fenced in for animals.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marcus Vidrine

David Lyng Real Estate License #01421921 Listed on: 05/15/2018

David Lyng Real Estate

Co-Listed By

Dennis Lunder

Dennis A. Lunder, Broker License #00656586

Last Buyer's Agent

Grace Mundy

Bailey Properties License #00922985

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 2.66 Acre Lot
  • Zoning described as RA

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Guest Parking

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Hills
  • Forest
  • Valley
  • Garden
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Reverse Style Home
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,112 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Family or Dining Combination

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Utility Room
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Laundry Tub

Home Security

  • Alarm System
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Barbecue Area

Farming

  • Pasture
  • Farm Animals Allowed

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Potentially Allowed on Property

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Propane
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 108-341-04-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3112
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Zoning Description: RA
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo, Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Family Room, Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 3112
  • Stories: 2
  • Security: Fire System - Sprinkler, Security Alarm
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite / Retreat, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Reverse Floor Plan, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: In Utility Room, Inside, Tub / Sink, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Shower and Tub, Tub in Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: City Lights, Forest / Woods, Garden / Greenbelt, Greenbelt, Hills, Pasture, Valley
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Horse Property: Possible

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 6
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas, Propane
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • High School: 826

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Farm Animals (Permitted), Views
  • Parcel Number: 108-341-04-000
  • Lot Acres: 2.6630
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 116000.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 116000.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Propane On Site, Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • High School Text: Aptos High
  • Middle School Text: Aptos Junior High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 10, 2024
Sold by
James And Monica Penrose Living Trust
Bought by
James And Monica Penrose Family Trust and Penrose
Current Estimated Value
$1,896,593

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 4, 2020
Sold by
Penrose James D and Penrose Monica B
Bought by
Penrose James D and Penrose Monica B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$658,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2019
Sold by
Penrose Monica B and Penrose James D
Bought by
Penrose James D and Penrose Monica B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$670,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2019
Sold by
Penrose James David and Penrose Monica B
Bought by
Penrose Monica Bruce and Penrose James David

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$670,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2019
Sold by
Penrose Monica Bruce and Penrose James David
Bought by
James And Monica Penrose Living Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$670,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 15, 2018
Closed on
Jul 23, 2018
Sold by
Gozzo Michael W and Gozzo Deborah L
Bought by
Penrose Monica Bruce and Penrose James David
Seller's Agent
Marcus Vidrine
David Lyng Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Grace Mundy
Bailey Properties
List Price
$1,149,000
Sold Price
$1,130,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-1.65%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.22%
Original Mortgage
$678,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2000
Sold by
Gozzo Michael W
Bought by
Gozzo Deborah L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$584,000
Interest Rate
3.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2000
Sold by
Gilbert Richard E and Novey Earl Glen
Bought by
Gozzo Michael W and Gozzo Deborah L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$584,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Source: Public Records

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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
James And Monica Penrose Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Penrose James D -- None Available
Penrose James D -- Wfg National Title Ins Co
Penrose James D -- None Available
Penrose Monica Bruce -- Wfg National Title Ins Co
James And Monica Penrose Living Trust -- None Available
Penrose Monica Bruce $1,130,000 Old Republic Title Company
Gozzo Deborah L -- --
Gozzo Michael W $730,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Penrose James D $658,000
Previous Owner Penrose Monica Bruce $670,000
Previous Owner Penrose Monica Bruce $678,000
Previous Owner Gozzo Michael W $584,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/01/2018 08/01/18 Sold $1,130,000 -1.7% $363 / Sq Ft
06/23/2018 06/23/18 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2018 05/15/18 For Sale $1,149,000 -- $369 / 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 $14,191 $1,277,345 $669,311 $608,034
2023 $13,967 $1,227,745 $643,321 $584,424
2022 $13,708 $1,203,671 $630,707 $572,964
2021 $13,432 $1,180,070 $618,340 $561,730
2020 $13,234 $1,167,970 $612,000 $555,970
2019 $12,660 $1,130,000 $600,000 $530,000
2018 $10,951 $986,092 $432,261 $553,831
2017 $10,867 $966,757 $423,785 $542,972
2016 $10,582 $947,800 $415,475 $532,325
2015 $10,508 $933,563 $409,234 $524,329
2014 $10,282 $915,276 $401,218 $514,058
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marcus Vidrine

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Marcus Vidrine

    David Lyng Real Estate

    (831) 600-5506

    1 in this area

    101 Total Sales

    Marcus Vidrine
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  • Dennis Lunder

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Dennis Lunder

    Dennis A. Lunder, Broker

    (408) 892-4207

    37 Total Sales

    Dennis Lunder
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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Grace Mundy

    Bailey Properties

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81705548

MLSListings

APN: 108-341-04-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley

254 La Vida Rd, Aptos, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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