268 N Burton Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
Estimated Value: $1,357,000 - $1,526,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,700
Sq Ft
$835/Sq Ft
Est. Value
About This Home
As of December 2016A mid century modern gem! Architectural design in tact, with updates to kitchen and baths. Original home has been expanded to include family room and office. Low maintenance, desert landscaping in front yard. Backyard has kidney shaped pool with patio, grass and garden areas. Perfect for entertaining or relaxation in privacy! This home is rich in history; including Judy Garland's dress designer, that lived there in the 50's, and Judy used to come to the house .More recently, Estelle Harris, an actress known as playing George Coatanza's mother on Seinfield and Mrs. Potatohead voice on Toy Story movies, has spent a lot of time at the house. Finally, current owner works in the music industry and Songwriter's from LA and Nashville have written 100's of songs at the house, some big hits and Grammy nominated songs.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Becky Bowles
Re/Max Desert Properties License #01371127T Listed on: 10/29/2016
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 15, 2021
Sold by
Sowders Gregory Michael and Hyde Katherine Darling
Bought by
Hester Elizabeth E
Total Days on Market
29
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 29, 2016
Closed on
Dec 1, 2016
Sold by
Snell Thomas J
Bought by
Sowders Gregory Michael and Hyde Katherine Darling
Seller's Agent
Becky Bowles
Re/Max Desert Properties
Buyer's Agent
Robert Parham
HomeSmart Professionals
List Price
$599,900
Sold Price
$570,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-4.98%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.24%
Original Mortgage
$307,000
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 2014
Sold by
Snell Thomas J and Snell Thomas J
Bought by
Snell Thomas J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 16, 2004
Sold by
Dominianni Douglas Paul
Bought by
Snell Thomas J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,700
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 14, 2003
Sold by
Wilson Herbert C
Bought by
Wilson Kathy J
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 6, 2003
Sold by
Wilson Kathy J
Bought by
Dominianni Douglas Paul
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 19, 2001
Sold by
Olsen Sheila J
Bought by
Wilson Herbert
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,200
Interest Rate
6.63%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 18, 2001
Sold by
Wilson Kathy J
Bought by
Wilson Herbert
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,200
Interest Rate
6.63%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 1998
Sold by
Meyer Michael G and Meyer Kenneth
Bought by
Olsen Shiela J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,100
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 1996
Sold by
Meyer Michael G
Bought by
Meyer Michael and Goodman Kenneth G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 3, 1995
Sold by
Martinez Arthur D
Bought by
Meyer Michael G
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 24, 1994
Sold by
Friedman Helen
Bought by
Meyer Michael G and Martinez Arthur D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$109,050
Interest Rate
7.79%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hester Elizabeth E | $1,335,000 | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Sowders Gregory Michael | $570,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Snell Thomas J | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Snell Thomas J | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Snell Thomas J | $565,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Wilson Kathy J | -- | -- | |
| Dominianni Douglas Paul | $295,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Wilson Herbert | $227,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Wilson Herbert | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Olsen Shiela J | $138,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Meyer Michael | -- | -- | |
| Meyer Michael G | -- | -- | |
| Meyer Michael G | $121,318 | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Sowders Gregory Michael | $365,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sowders Gregory Michael | $307,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Snell Thomas J | $440,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Snell Thomas J | $450,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Wilson Herbert | $204,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Olsen Sheila J | $128,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Olsen Shiela J | $124,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Michael G | $109,050 | |
| Closed | Snell Thomas J | $84,750 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2016 12/23/16 | Sold | $570,000 | -0.9% | $335 / Sq Ft |
| 11/20/2016 11/20/16 | Price Changed | $574,900 | -4.2% | $338 / Sq Ft |
| 10/29/2016 10/29/16 | For Sale | $599,900 | -- | $353 / Sq Ft |
Source: The MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $17,156 | $1,361,700 | $392,700 | $969,000 |
| 2022 | $17,506 | $1,335,000 | $385,000 | $950,000 |
| 2021 | $8,149 | $611,152 | $183,345 | $427,807 |
| 2020 | $7,784 | $604,887 | $181,466 | $423,421 |
| 2019 | $7,650 | $593,027 | $177,908 | $415,119 |
| 2018 | $7,508 | $581,400 | $174,420 | $406,980 |
| 2017 | $7,398 | $570,000 | $171,000 | $399,000 |
| 2016 | $5,425 | $424,000 | $127,000 | $297,000 |
| 2015 | $5,283 | $424,000 | $127,000 | $297,000 |
| 2014 | $4,902 | $390,000 | $117,000 | $273,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
Becky Bowles
RE/MAX
(206) 999-1624
-
Robert Parham
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Robert Parham
HomeSmart Professionals
(760) 624-8834
28 Total Sales
Map
Source: The MLS
MLS Number: 16-174982PS
APN: 502-092-014
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