NOT LISTED FOR SALE

343 Beach Dr Aptos, CA 95003

Rio del Mar Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,664,411 - $3,534,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,943 Sq Ft
$1,649/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 12, 2018

Last sale price $2,450,000 $1,261 Per Sq Ft

Est. 31% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $19,592/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Post and Beam
  • Steam Shower
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Beamed Ceilings

About This Home

As of September 2018

Beachfront Paradise! Breathtaking panoramic views. Charming old-world feel. 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1943 Sq. Ft. on an 8102 Sq. Ft. lot. Extensive custom woodwork, tiled pavers, paneled ceilings and multiple skylights. Energy-efficient dual pane windows and separately-controlled baseboard heating in each room. Living room features exposed beams, bay windows to capture the views, and a river-rock wood-burning fireplace. Spacious kitchen with island and separate family room. Inside laundry area. Downstairs bedroom with full bath. Master bedroom opens to upstairs balcony with views for miles. Master bath features steam shower. Multiple outdoor spaces for relaxing and entertaining including brick courtyard with built-in BBQ; outdoor shower with changing area. Private driveway. Offered fully furnished. Stroll to coffee and food, walk miles of beach or simply curl your toes in the sand and watch the dolphins swim by. Create your legacy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ruth Bates

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01799929 Listed on: 07/31/2018

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Gregg Camp

Property In Santa Cruz License #00904586

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $30,270

Year Built

  • Built in 1936

Lot Details

  • 8,102 Sq Ft Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Zoning described as R-1-6

Home Design

  • Post and Beam
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,943 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Garden Windows
  • Separate Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Steam Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer and Dryer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 043-095-30-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$30,270

Year Built

Built in 1936

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 82
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1943
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Zoning Description: R-1-6
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Dining Bar
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Other, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1943
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom
  • Laundry: Inside, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Shower over Tub - 1, Stall Shower, Steam Shower
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Post and Beam
  • Roof: Flat / Low Pitch
  • View: Ocean
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Drought Tolerant Plants
  • Construction Type: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: On Street, Parking Area

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Bay Window, Garden Window, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight, Wet Bar

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 043-095-30-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.1860
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 8102.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 8102.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 10, 2019
Sold by
Speno Lucille
Bought by
Speno Lucille and Speno Nicholas A
Current Estimated Value
$3,203,853

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 31, 2018
Closed on
Aug 28, 2018
Sold by
Connolly Pamela G and William And Pamela Connolly Re
Bought by
Speno Lucille
Seller's Agent
Ruth Bates
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Gregg Camp
Property In Santa Cruz
List Price
$2,300,000
Sold Price
$2,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$150,000
6.52%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.20%
Original Mortgage
$679,650
Outstanding Balance
$593,956
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,462,074

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2014
Sold by
Connolly William J
Bought by
William & Pamela Connolly Revocable Trus

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2005
Sold by
Connolly William J and Connolly Pamela G
Bought by
Connolly William J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
5.58%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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
Speno Lucille -- None Available
Speno Lucille $2,450,000 Old Republic Title Company
William & Pamela Connolly Revocable Trus -- None Available
Connolly William J -- First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Speno Lucille $679,650
Previous Owner Connolly William J $600,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/12/2018 09/12/18 Sold $2,450,000 +6.5% $1,261 / Sq Ft
08/15/2018 08/15/18 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2018 07/31/18 For Sale $2,300,000 -- $1,184 / 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 $30,270 $2,733,022 $2,405,059 $327,963
2023 $29,764 $2,626,895 $2,311,668 $315,227
2022 $29,208 $2,575,387 $2,266,341 $309,046
2021 $28,603 $2,524,890 $2,221,903 $302,987
2020 $28,157 $2,499,000 $2,199,120 $299,880
2019 $27,667 $2,450,000 $2,156,000 $294,000
2018 $9,425 $780,320 $615,013 $165,307
2017 $9,339 $765,020 $602,954 $162,066
2016 $9,107 $750,019 $591,131 $158,888
2015 $9,023 $738,753 $582,252 $156,501
2014 $8,813 $724,281 $570,846 $153,435
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Ruth Bates

    Sereno Group

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  • Gregg Camp

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Gregg Camp

    Property In Santa Cruz

    (831) 818-7524

    1 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Gregg Camp
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81716904

MLSListings

APN: 043-095-30-000

California Santa Cruz County Aptos 95003 Rio del Mar

343 Beach Dr, Aptos, CA

This home is located at 343 Beach Dr, Aptos, CA 95003 since 31 July 2018 and is currently estimated at $3,203,853, approximately $1,648 per square foot. This property was built in 1936. 343 Beach Dr 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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