NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2631 Capitola Ave Soquel, CA 95073

Estimated Value: $1,358,000 - $1,505,000

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,620 Sq Ft
$892/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 17, 2018

Last sale price $1,000,000 $617 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,538/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • High Ceiling
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of October 2018

An 1800s era farmhouse renovated, refreshed and renewed with custom upgrades & quality features all integrated w/original character and period charm. Result is a soulful, modern 2br, 2.5ba, 1620 single-level home with easy, comfortable flow that's perfectly right-sized for contemporary living. Thoroughly dialed & styled with discerning taste & custom-crafted flair. Interiors include high ceilings, crown molding, double-paned windows, hdwd floors, granite & quartz counters, vintage cabinets, glass showers, custom vanities. Masterful master w/10ft coffered ceiling, period wainscotting & to die-for walk-in. Huge corner lot is an urban oasis with an atmosphere of quiet calm. Expansive entertainment deck is equipped w/sheltered sitting areas, fire pit, pizza oven and secret garden ambiance. 3 car garage w/workshop & fenced dog run. Great walkability to neighborhood favorites - Gayles, Beer Thirty, Sunnyside Produce, Petes Coffee. Short bike ride to the Beach or Capitola Village.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Brezsny

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #70010105 Listed on: 09/05/2018

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Tom Brezsny

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #70010105 Listed on: 09/05/2018

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1993

Lot Details

  • 9,540 Sq Ft Lot
  • Kennel or Dog Run
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Zoning described as R-1-6

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Guest Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,620 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Workshop
  • Alarm System
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Fire Pit
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Courtyard

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 030-231-65-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1993

Lot Details

9,540 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1620
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1993
  • Zoning Description: R-1-6
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Nook, Dining Area in Living Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas
  • Living Sq Ft: 1620
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Security Alarm
  • Bedrooms: Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Inside
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Workshop
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Stall Shower - 2+, Updated Bath

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Yard/Grounds: BBQ Area, Courtyard, Deck, Dog Run / Kennel, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Fire Pit, Outdoor Fireplace, Outdoor Kitchen
  • Fencing: Complete Perimeter, Fenced, Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Spaces: 6
  • Garage Parking Features: Detached Garage, Guest / Visitor Parking, Off-Street Parking, Workshop in Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 030-231-65-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.2190
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 9540.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 9540.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Flow Toilet

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2018
Closed on
Oct 5, 2018
Sold by
Allen Cynthia S and Cynthia S Allen Trust
Bought by
Doherty Michael D and Harris Barabara
Seller's Agent
Tom Brezsny
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Tom Brezsny
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.5%
Current Estimated Value
$1,445,806

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$445,806
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.12%
Original Mortgage
$679,650
Outstanding Balance
$592,695
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$853,111

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2018
Closed on
Aug 20, 2018
Sold by
Allen Cynthia S and Omar F James Trust
Bought by
Allen Cynthia S and Cynthia S Allen Trust
Seller's Agent
Tom Brezsny
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Tom Brezsny
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$679,650
Outstanding Balance
$592,695
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$853,111

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 16, 2017
Sold by
James Omar F
Bought by
James Omar F and Omar F James Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 2012
Sold by
James Omar
Bought by
James Omar

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$239,000
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2001
Sold by
James Omar F
Bought by
James Virginia Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$273,750
Interest Rate
7.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2000
Sold by
James Omar
Bought by
James Virginia Lee and Amadon Virginia Lee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$269,750
Interest Rate
8.06%
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
Doherty Michael D $1,000,000 Old Republic Title Company
Allen Cynthia S -- None Available
James Omar F -- None Available
James Omar -- Stewart Title Of California
James Virginia Lee -- --
James Virginia Lee -- --
James Virginia Lee -- First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Doherty Michael D $679,650
Previous Owner James Omar $239,000
Previous Owner James Virginia Lee $273,750
Previous Owner James Virginia Lee $269,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/17/2018 10/17/18 Sold $1,000,000 +0.5% $617 / Sq Ft
09/13/2018 09/13/18 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2018 09/05/18 For Sale $995,000 -- $614 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $13,343 $1,115,519 $725,087 $390,432
2023 $13,046 $1,072,202 $696,931 $375,271
2022 $12,889 $1,051,178 $683,266 $367,912
2021 $12,483 $1,030,568 $669,869 $360,699
2020 $12,354 $1,020,000 $663,000 $357,000
2019 $12,065 $1,000,000 $650,000 $350,000
2018 $5,370 $385,555 $213,319 $172,236
2017 $5,291 $377,996 $209,137 $168,859
2016 $5,032 $370,584 $205,036 $165,548
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tom Brezsny

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Tom Brezsny

    Sereno Group

    (831) 818-1431

    11 in this area

    219 Total Sales

    Tom Brezsny
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81721943

MLSListings

APN: 030-231-65-000

California Santa Cruz County Soquel 95073

2631 Capitola Ave, Soquel, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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