NOT LISTED FOR SALE

268 21st Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Twin Lakes Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,459,000 - $1,699,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
830 Sq Ft
$1,941/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 21, 2020

Last sale price $1,125,000 $1,355 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,026/month

58 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Deck
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Corcoran Beach

About This Home

As of August 2020

Welcome home to the Avenues in Santa Cruz, a quintessential beach neighborhood just steps to the sand! Single level bungalow has been updated & cared for over the years and is ready to be loved by the next owner. Main home is a 2 bedroom and there is a detached bonus room that has been used as a guest bedroom. Light and bright with hardwood floors, cheery kitchen with blue & white tile, updated bathroom with jetted tub. Outside you will find several different 'hang out' areas, including a lovely enclosed front patio with Ocean Views! The backyard is spacious & sunny and features: roof top deck, ground level deck w/ BBQ area, 2 storage sheds, raised beds, lots of room for gardening, oak tree, outdoor shower w/ glass block enclosure + a soaking tub. This is a place you can enjoy your outdoor sanctuary & the ocean air. Steps to one of the best beaches in the area where you can surf, jog, play with the dog. Vacation rental potential! See disclosure pkg link for in-person visit rules.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jessica L. Wallace

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01455690 Listed on: 05/22/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Erick Fernandez

KW Thrive Santa Cruz License #01856066

KW Thrive Santa Cruz

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,992

Year Built

  • 1949

Lot Details

  • 4,443 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 830 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Located Outside
  • Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,992

Year Built

1949

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Zoning: R-1-4
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 71
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 830
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1949

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Eat In Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Oven Range - Built-In, Gas, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 830
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom
  • Laundry: Outside, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Full On Ground Floor, Granite, Shower Over Tub - 1, Tub With Jets, Updated Bath

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Neighborhood, Ocean
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Bbq Area, Deck, Fenced, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System: Baseboard, Fireplace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Lot Info

  • Lot Acres: 0.1020
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 4443.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 4443.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2020
Closed on
Aug 18, 2020
Sold by
Bowne Kristin L
Bought by
Thomander Taylor James and Stallings Rachel
Seller's Agent
Jessica L. Wallace
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Erick Fernandez
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$170,000
-13.13%
Current Estimated Value
$1,610,793

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$485,793
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.41%
Original Mortgage
$765,600
Outstanding Balance
$682,189
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$928,604

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 2000
Sold by
Markey Francis L and Markey Margaret E
Bought by
Bowne Kristin L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
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
Thomander Taylor James $1,125,000 First American Title Company
Bowne Kristin L $350,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Thomander Taylor James $765,600
Closed Thomander Taylor James $134,400
Previous Owner Bowne Kristin L $250,000
Previous Owner Bowne Kristin L $453,100
Previous Owner Bowne Kristin L $25,000
Previous Owner Bowne Kristin L $411,500
Previous Owner Bowne Kristin L $417,000
Previous Owner Bowne Kristin L $150,000
Previous Owner Bowne Kristin L $357,500
Previous Owner Bowne Kristin L $100,000
Previous Owner Bowne Kristin L $280,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/21/2020 08/21/20 Sold $1,125,000 +2.4% $1,355 / Sq Ft
07/20/2020 07/20/20 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2020 07/16/20 Price Changed $1,099,000 -8.3% $1,324 / Sq Ft
06/12/2020 06/12/20 Price Changed $1,199,000 -7.4% $1,445 / Sq Ft
05/22/2020 05/22/20 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $1,560 / 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 $14,992 $1,217,736 $949,834 $267,902
2023 $14,208 $1,170,450 $912,951 $257,499
2022 $13,884 $1,147,500 $895,050 $252,450
2021 $13,473 $1,125,000 $877,500 $247,500
2020 $6,598 $491,885 $295,132 $196,753
2019 $6,456 $482,240 $289,345 $192,895
2018 $6,332 $472,784 $283,672 $189,112
2017 $6,210 $463,513 $278,110 $185,403
2016 $6,093 $454,425 $272,657 $181,768
2015 $5,946 $447,599 $268,561 $179,038
2014 $5,852 $438,831 $263,300 $175,531
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jessica L. Wallace

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Jessica L. Wallace

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (831) 419-9345

    3 in this area

    148 Total Sales

    Jessica L. Wallace
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Erick Fernandez

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81793551

MLSListings

APN: 028-173-02-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95062 Twin Lakes

268 21st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 268 21st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 since 22 May 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,610,793, approximately $1,940 per square foot. This property was built in 1949. 268 21st Ave is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Mission Hill Middle School, Harbor High School, and Santa Cruz High School.

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