NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $529,000 - $733,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
942 Sq Ft
$305/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 20, 2016

Last sale price $372,000 $395 Per Sq Ft

Est. 64% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,939/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gated Parking
  • Park or Greenbelt View
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Hickory Elementary School Rated A
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Tile Countertops

About This Home

As of July 2016

Best location in Merit Carson in center of complex faces south with wall of windows allows for light & bright interior overlooks well manicured green belt & garden. Beautifully maintained, exterior of complex just painted, strong HOA, dues paid quartly($305/month) one of few in
complex with inside laundry room w/room for side/side washer&dryer, 1 parking space- S31, in covered gated parking + storage. Upper unit with spacious balcony & no one below, enjoy the tranquil setting & block away is the peaceful Madrona Marsh nature preserve

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Frances Stenzel

The Realestate Group License #00776776 Listed on: 06/01/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Greg Thatcher

Vista Sotheby’s International Realty License #01843099

Vista Sotheby’s International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,907

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • No Units Located Below
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $305 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Detached Carport Space
  • Parking Available
  • Private Parking
  • Gated Parking

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 942 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Living Room
  • Storage
  • Carpet
  • Park or Greenbelt Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Living Room Balcony
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Radiant Heating System
  • Sewer Paid

Listing and Financial Details

  • Earthquake Insurance Required
  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 10777
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7359023180

Community Details

Overview

  • Master Insurance
  • 78 Units
  • Maintained Community

Pet Policy

  • Pet Restriction

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,907

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$305 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: refrigerator, washer&dryer
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Merit Carson
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 7359023180
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 942.00
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room Balcony, Storage, Tile Counters
  • Entry Location: Living Room
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls, No One Below
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Area
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 394.90
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Window Features: Custom Covering

Exterior Features

  • View: Park/Greenbelt
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached Carport, Gated, On Site, Private
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood
  • Heating Type: Radiant
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Closet, Inside, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Earthquake Insurance, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Pet Rules, Trash
  • Association Fee: 915.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Torrance Unified

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Sprinkler System

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 78
  • Number Of Units Total: 78

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 10777

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2016
Closed on
Jun 9, 2016
Sold by
Lutter Marilyn D
Bought by
Pitts Elisa C
Seller's Agent
Frances Stenzel
The Realestate Group
Buyer's Agent
Greg Thatcher
Vista Sotheby’s International Realty
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$372,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-0.8%
Current Estimated Value
$608,340

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$236,340
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.49%
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Outstanding Balance
$236,630
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$371,710

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2008
Sold by
Lutter Marilyn D
Bought by
Lutter Marilyn D and Marilyn D Lutter Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 2, 2004
Sold by
Zhu Julia
Bought by
Lutter Marilyn Diane

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$231,200
Interest Rate
5.79%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2003
Sold by
Whitehead Jason E and Cataldo Whitehead Donna L
Bought by
Zhu Julia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$189,000
Interest Rate
6.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 1999
Sold by
Schoonover Bruce W and Schoonover Tasneem J
Bought by
Cataldo Charles M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$139,000
Interest Rate
7.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 1995
Sold by
Martin Marilyn Kay
Bought by
Schoonover Bruce W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,150
Interest Rate
8.51%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Pitts Elisa C $372,000 Title 365
Lutter Marilyn D -- None Available
Lutter Marilyn Diane $289,000 Fatcola
Zhu Julia $238,000 Fidelity
Cataldo Charles M $139,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Schoonover Bruce W $117,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Pitts Elisa C $296,000
Previous Owner Lutter Marilyn Diane $231,200
Previous Owner Zhu Julia $189,000
Previous Owner Cataldo Charles M $139,000
Previous Owner Schoonover Bruce W $111,150
Closed Lutter Marilyn Diane $28,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/20/2016 07/20/16 Sold $372,000 -0.8% $395 / Sq Ft
06/06/2016 06/06/16 For Sale $375,000 0.0% $398 / Sq Ft
06/05/2016 06/05/16 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2016 06/01/16 For Sale $375,000 -- $398 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $4,907 $431,731 $292,116 $139,615
2024 $4,907 $423,267 $286,389 $136,878
2023 $4,818 $414,969 $280,774 $134,195
2022 $4,752 $406,833 $275,269 $131,564
2021 $4,663 $398,857 $269,872 $128,985
2019 $4,526 $387,028 $261,868 $125,160
2018 $4,391 $379,440 $256,734 $122,706
2016 $4,076 $347,092 $253,416 $93,676
2015 $3,779 $323,000 $236,000 $87,000
2014 $3,612 $310,000 $226,400 $83,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SB16117072

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 7359-023-180