Seller's Agent in 2025
Alison Van Riper
eXp Realty of California Inc
(831) 216-6213
2 in this area
43 Total Sales
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,273
Sq Ft
$470/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Double Oven
- Open to Family Room
- Tile Countertops
- Aptos High School Rated A-
- Bathtub
- Bathroom on Main Level
About This Home
As of September 2025Welcome to 2834 Casa de Vida in Aptos! This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo has been updated with fresh paint and brand new flooring, so it's totally move-in ready. Youve got an attached two car garage (huge bonus) and a private backyard, perfect for relaxing or having a little outdoor space of your own. Its tucked in a quiet community just minutes from Seacliff Beach, Aptos Village, coffee shops, restaurants, and hiking in Nisene Marks. Super convenient location with all the coastal charm Aptos is known for. This is a fantastic opportunity to own a stylish and affordable home in one of Santa Cruz Countys most sought-after beach towns.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
eXp Realty of California Inc License #02108421 Listed on: 08/06/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
RECIP
Out of Area Office License #00000000
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- Built in 1981
HOA Fees
- $470 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Assigned Parking
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,273 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Vinyl Flooring
- Laundry in Garage
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Separate Meters
Community Details
- Association fees include insurance - earthquake, landscaping / gardening, maintenance - exterior
- De Camara Management Association
- Built by Casa De Vida
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 039-291-05
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 6, 2025
Closed on
Sep 12, 2025
Sold by
Karen Wagner Medina Revocable Trust and Medina Karen Wagner
Bought by
Chris And Kathyryn Buich 2025 Trust and Buich
Seller's Agent
Alison Van Riper
eXp Realty of California Inc
Buyer's Agent
RECIP
Out of Area Office
List Price
$785,000
Sold Price
$770,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-1.91%
Views
21
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
$13,105
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.21%
Original Mortgage
$577,500
Outstanding Balance
$577,500
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$205,605
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 4, 2016
Sold by
Medina Karen Wagner
Bought by
Medina Karen Wagner and Karen Wagner Medina Revocable
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 2014
Sold by
Medina Michael A and Medina Karen
Bought by
Medina Karen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$82,500
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 14, 1996
Sold by
Medina Michael A and Medina Karen Wagner
Bought by
Medina Michael A and Medina Karen Wagner
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 1994
Sold by
Wagner Karen Jean and Watson Bill Joseph
Bought by
Medina Michael A and Wagner Karen Jean
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,000
Interest Rate
6%
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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 | $770,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Servicelink | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $577,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $82,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $123,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/15/2025 09/15/25 | Sold | $770,000 | -1.9% | $605 / Sq Ft |
| 08/23/2025 08/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/06/2025 08/06/25 | For Sale | $785,000 | -- | $617 / 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 | $4,289 | $294,056 | $135,980 | $158,076 |
| 2023 | $4,166 | $282,637 | $130,699 | $151,938 |
| 2022 | $4,050 | $277,096 | $128,137 | $148,959 |
| 2021 | $3,843 | $271,662 | $125,624 | $146,038 |
| 2020 | $3,768 | $268,876 | $124,336 | $144,540 |
| 2019 | $3,698 | $263,604 | $121,898 | $141,706 |
| 2018 | $3,590 | $258,436 | $119,508 | $138,928 |
| 2017 | $3,546 | $253,367 | $117,163 | $136,204 |
| 2016 | $3,444 | $248,399 | $114,866 | $133,533 |
| 2015 | $3,372 | $244,668 | $113,141 | $131,527 |
| 2014 | $3,285 | $239,876 | $110,925 | $128,951 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alison Van Riper
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2025
RECIP
Out of Area Office
-
Ryan Mull
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Ryan Mull
Keller Williams Property Team
(408) 805-0359
1 in this area
67 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82017092
APN: 039-291-05-000
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