NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Bay Scene Condominiums 3940 Gresham St Unit 254 San Diego, CA 92109

Pacific Beach Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,825,523 - $2,250,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,625 Sq Ft
$695/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 28, 2014

Last sale price $1,070,000 $658 Per Sq Ft

Est. 93% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,538/month

167 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • Penthouse
  • Crown Point Junior Music Academy Rated A-
  • Fitness Center
  • 4-minute walk to Fanuel Street Park

About This Home

As of March 2014

Rarely available in the prestigious Bay Scene complex, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath penthouse has been completed remodeled and upgraded. This westerly facing condominium enjoys beautiful views of the bay & ocean. Beautifully appointed with contemporary flair, it is the perfect unit for those with discriminating taste and appreciate the peaceful serenity the bay has to offer! Georgeous upgraded common areas include a large heated swimming pool/spa, fitness & game rooms & lounge area w/full kitchen. Additional amenities include large parking space by the elevator and other parking space nearby with storage area. Additional storage on the same floor as the unit.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rebecca Gerhardt

Rebecca E. Gerhardt, Broker License #01830020 Listed on: 09/15/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Charlene White

Charlene Robinson White, Brkr License #00466561

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,738

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • Partially Fenced Property

HOA Fees

  • $695 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Subterranean Parking
  • Automatic Gate

Property Views

  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Penthouse

Interior Spaces

  • 1,625 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Storage Room
  • Washer

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Gas Heated Pool
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Location

  • West of 101 Freeway
  • West of 5 Freeway

Schools

  • San Diego Unified School District Elementary And Middle School
  • San Diego Unified School District High School

Utilities

  • Prewired Cat-5 Cables
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 423-381-22-65

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior (landscaping), exterior bldg maintenance, limited insurance, sewer, trash pickup
  • 20 Units
  • Bay Scene Owners Association, Phone Number (858) 270-7870
  • Bay Scene Community
  • 5-Story Property

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Spa
  • Recreational Area

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Security

  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,738

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$695 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Attached
  • Attached Style: Mid Rise
  • Residential Styles: All Other Attached
  • Market Area: Coastal South
  • Cross Street: Bayside Walk
  • Neighborhood: Sail Bay
  • Supplement: Additional amenities include large parking space by the elevator and other parking space nearby with storage area. Additional storage on the same floor as the unit.
  • Estimated Living Space: 1,500 to 1,999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 676.92
  • Miscellaneous: Elevators/Stairclimber
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 658.46
  • Residential Unit Location: No Unit Above, Penthouse
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 658.46
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Stories In Building: 5
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • School District Old: San Diego Unified
  • Unit Number Space Number: 254
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Stone, Tile
  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room
  • Walls: Drywall
  • Searchable Rooms: Dining Area, MBR Entry Level, Storage Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X17
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1625
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Block
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Frontage: Bay
  • Patio: Balcony
  • Pool: Below Ground, Community/Common
  • Pool Heat: Gas
  • Spa: Community/Common
  • View: Bay, Evening Lights, Ocean
  • Three or more Steps To Entry: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Underground
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2

Utilities

  • Security: Automatic Gate, Gated Community
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Telecommunications: Cable (coaxial), Computer (cat5)

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Bay Scene
  • Total Fees: 8340.0
  • Pets Allowed: Allowed w/Restrictions
  • Units In Building: 20
  • Total Number of Units: 85
  • Property Management Company: Menas
  • Property Management Phone: 858.270.7870
  • Community: PACIFIC BEACH
  • Complex Features: BBQ, Clubhouse/Rec Room, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Pet Restrictions, Pool, Recreation Area, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Home Owner Association: Bay Scene Owners
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Limited Insurance, Sewer, Trash Pickup
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 695.0
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner Association Phone: 858.270.7870

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Building: 1
  • Entry Level Unit: 5

Fee Information

  • Total Monthly Fees: 695

Schools

  • School District URL: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
  • Elementary School: San Diego Unified School District
  • Elementary School Website: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
  • High School: San Diego Unified School District
  • Middle School Url: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
  • Middle School: San Diego Unified School District

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 2+ to 4 AC
  • Site: Curbs, Public Street, Sidewalks, Street Paved, West of I-5, West of 101
  • Topography: Level
  • Water District: CITY OF SAN DIEGO
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 423-381-22-65
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 87991
  • Water District URL: http://www.ci.san-diego.ca.us/water
  • Map Code Column: A
  • Map Code Page: 1248
  • Map Code Row: 7

Multi Family

  • Percentage Owner Occupancy: 80.0

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3940Gresham25492109

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 15, 2013
Closed on
Feb 27, 2014
Sold by
Woodburn Carl Rankin
Bought by
Pryor John Alan
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Gerhardt
Rebecca E. Gerhardt, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Charlene White
Charlene Robinson White, Brkr
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,070,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-2.73%
Total Days on Market
167
Current Estimated Value
$2,061,881

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$991,881
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 8, 2007
Sold by
Woodburn Joni Elizabeth
Bought by
Woodburn Carl Rankin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2007
Sold by
Gersten Harry Robert and Gersten Judith
Bought by
Woodburn Carl Rankin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 9, 2005
Sold by
Gersten Mary
Bought by
Gersten Mary

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2000
Sold by
Dudell Golde G
Bought by
Gersten Mary

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 13, 1988
Source: Public Records

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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
Pryor John Alan $1,070,000 Lawyers Title
Woodburn Carl Rankin -- Chicago Title Co
Woodburn Carl Rankin $875,000 Chicago Title Co
Gersten Mary -- --
Gersten Mary $520,000 Old Republic Title Company
-- $345,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Wooddurn Carl Rnaknin $316,600
Previous Owner Woodburn Carl Rankin $417,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/28/2014 03/28/14 Sold $1,070,000 -2.7% $658 / Sq Ft
03/01/2014 03/01/14 Pending -- -- --
09/15/2013 09/15/13 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $677 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

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
2024 $15,738 $1,285,943 $997,511 $288,432
2023 $15,390 $1,260,729 $977,952 $282,777
2022 $14,980 $1,236,010 $958,777 $277,233
2021 $14,875 $1,211,776 $939,978 $271,798
2020 $14,694 $1,199,352 $930,340 $269,012
2019 $14,430 $1,175,837 $912,099 $263,738
2018 $13,571 $1,152,782 $894,215 $258,567
2017 $13,249 $1,130,180 $876,682 $253,498
2016 $13,040 $1,108,021 $859,493 $248,528
2015 $12,847 $1,091,378 $846,583 $244,795
2014 $11,083 $937,564 $696,477 $241,087
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Rebecca Gerhardt

    Rebecca E. Gerhardt, Broker

    (858) 337-1366

    2 in this area

    8 Total Sales

    Rebecca Gerhardt
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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Charlene White

    Charlene Robinson White, Brkr

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About Bay Scene Condominiums

Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 130049666

San Diego MLS

APN: 423-381-22-65

California San Diego County San Diego 92109 Pacific Beach

3940 Gresham St Unit 254, San Diego, CA

This home is located at 3940 Gresham St Unit 254, San Diego, CA 92109 since 15 September 2013 and is currently estimated at $2,061,881, approximately $1,268 per square foot. This property was built in 1973. 3940 Gresham St Unit 254 is a home located in San Diego County with nearby schools including Crown Point Junior Music Academy, Pacific Beach Middle, and Mission Bay High School.

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