NOT LISTED FOR SALE

316 Palmer Ave Aptos, CA 95003

Rio del Mar Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,417,000 - $1,565,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,478 Sq Ft
$1,010/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 04, 2017

Last sale price $1,025,000 $694 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,297/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course View
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of May 2017

Lovely single level home situated in the midst of Seascape Golf Course in the sought-after Rio Del Mar area. Walking distance or short drive to golf, beach, groceries, and dining, as well as close freeway access. The living room, with cozy gas fireplace and vaulted ceiling, shares open-concept with the kitchen and the dining area. The kitchen has a generous island, custom cabinetry and granite counters. Traditional red oak hardwood floors and dual pane windows throughout, as well as composite decks, and a security system. Sliding glass doors, skylights and sun tunnels give this home an abundance of natural light. Roomy, fully-fenced back yard with garden, front and back decks, and back patio area. Paver driveway and front entry with attached 2 car garage. This property is a magical mix of easy access to fun and convenience, in a beautiful setting, on a desirable street in great neighborhood.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jocelyn Whidden

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01974485 Listed on: 03/20/2017

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Cara De Simone

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01215427

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,980

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 6,273 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R-1-5

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Ceiling Insulation
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,478 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights in Kitchen
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Dining Area
  • Golf Course Views
  • Alarm System
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 044-191-30-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,980

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 46
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1478
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Zoning Description: R-1-5
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning, Gas Starter, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Island, Microwave, Oven - Built-In, Pantry, Refrigerator, Skylight
  • Living Sq Ft: 1478
  • Stories: 1
  • Security: Security Alarm
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Stall Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Golf Course
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Low Maintenance, Sprinklers - Auto
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gate / Door Opener, Off-Street Parking

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

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

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Sloped Up
  • Parcel Number: 044-191-30-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.1440
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6273.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6273.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Skylight

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 20, 2017
Closed on
Apr 27, 2017
Sold by
Karlsten Rita Rose and The John R Karlsten & Rita Ros
Bought by
Salha Rhett H and Salha Arlene F
Seller's Agent
Jocelyn Whidden
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cara De Simone
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$900,000
Sold Price
$1,025,000
Premium/Discount to List
$125,000
13.89%
Current Estimated Value
$1,492,444

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$467,444
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.85%
Original Mortgage
$717,500
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2015
Sold by
Karlsten Rita Rose and The John R Karlsten & Rita Ros
Bought by
The John R Karlsten & Rita Rose Karlsten

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2012
Sold by
Karlsten Rita Rose
Bought by
Karlsten Rita Rose and Karlsten John R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$177,304
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2006
Sold by
Karlsten Rita Rose and The John R & Rita Rose Karlste
Bought by
Karlsten Rita Rose and The John R & Rita Rose Karlste

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2002
Sold by
Karlsten John R and Karlsten Rita Rose
Bought by
Karlsten John R and Karlsten Rita Rose

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.05%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 1999
Sold by
Karlsten John R and Karlsten Rita R
Bought by
Karlsten John R and Karlsten Rita Rose

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$316,000
Interest Rate
6.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 1999
Sold by
Kupec Frank Jr & Grace A Trustees and Laverne
Bought by
Karlsten John R and Karlsten Rita R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$316,000
Interest Rate
6.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 1994
Sold by
Kupec Frank and Kupec Grace A
Bought by
Kupec Frank and Kupec Grace A
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
Salha Rhett H $1,025,000 First American Title Company
The John R Karlsten & Rita Rose Karlsten -- None Available
Karlsten Rita Rose -- None Available
Karlsten Rita Rose -- None Available
Karlsten Rita Rose -- None Available
Karlsten John R -- --
Karlsten John R -- Old Republic Title Company
Karlsten John R -- First American Title Co
Karlsten John R $395,000 First American Title Co
Kupec Frank -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Salha Rhett H $548,250
Closed Salha Rhett H $717,500
Previous Owner Karlsten Rita Rose $177,304
Previous Owner Karlsten Rita Rose $185,450
Previous Owner Karlsten John R $200,000
Previous Owner Karlsten John R $316,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/04/2017 05/04/17 Sold $1,025,000 +11.5% $694 / Sq Ft
04/06/2017 04/06/17 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2017 03/20/17 Price Changed $919,000 +2.1% $622 / Sq Ft
03/20/2017 03/20/17 For Sale $900,000 -- $609 / 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 $13,980 $1,189,601 $951,681 $237,920
2023 $13,709 $1,143,407 $914,726 $228,681
2022 $13,426 $1,120,987 $896,790 $224,197
2021 $13,067 $1,099,007 $879,206 $219,801
2020 $12,853 $1,087,739 $870,191 $217,548
2019 $12,627 $1,066,410 $853,128 $213,282
2018 $12,291 $1,045,500 $836,400 $209,100
2017 $6,807 $533,573 $378,229 $155,344
2016 $6,642 $523,111 $370,813 $152,298
2015 $6,562 $515,253 $365,243 $150,010
2014 $6,406 $505,160 $358,088 $147,072
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Jocelyn Whidden

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Cara De Simone

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81643150

MLSListings

APN: 044-191-30-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Rio del Mar

316 Palmer Ave, Aptos, CA

This home is located at 316 Palmer Ave, Aptos, CA 95003 since 20 March 2017 and is currently estimated at $1,492,444, approximately $1,009 per square foot. This property was built in 1971. 316 Palmer Ave is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Aptos Junior High School, and Aptos High School.

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