NOT LISTED FOR SALE

415 Buena Vista Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Upper Seabright Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,689,000 - $2,812,384

6 Beds
4 Baths
3,200 Sq Ft
$694/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 02, 2015

Last sale price $1,530,000 $478 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,659/month

38 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Garden View

About This Home

As of November 2015

Two separate homes on one Lot/Parcel/APN in heart of desirable Seabright Beach neighborhood. Both recently renovated & dialed in. One single-level 2br/2ba w/extra office/guest space at 415 Buena Vista. Second larger 4br/2ba w/quality custom detail throughout at 116 S. Branciforte Ave. Both w/2 car gar. Both w/ grt walkability to surf/sand/Yacht Harbor/Eastside eateries/brewery/coffee/bakery/markets & Ocean View Park. Each house on sep. street w/sep.mailing address. Short stroll to Castle Beach.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Brezsny

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01063297 Listed on: 08/18/2015

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Barbara Schatan

Santa Cruz Vanguard Realtors License #00892770

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,821

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • Lot Sloped Down
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Zoning described as RM

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Garden
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Ceiling Insulation
  • Metal Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Inverted Floor Plan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dining Area
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Storage Room
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Marble Bathroom Countertops
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Low Flow Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Barbecue Area

Additional Homes

  • Guest House
  • 1,100 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Separate Meters
  • Individual Gas Meter
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 010-142-11

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,821

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 46
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Second Res Apx Sq Ft: 1100
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3200
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Zoning Description: RM
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area, Dining Area in Family Room, Dining Area in Living Room, Skylight
  • Living Sq Ft: 3200
  • Stories: 2
  • Laundry: Hookup - Washer/Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Slate, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Guest House, In-Law Unit, Laundry Room, Office Area, Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 6
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Granite, Marble, Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Tub, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Garden / Greenbelt, Greenbelt, Park
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, BBQ Area, Deck, Low Maintenance
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Spaces: 8
  • Garage Max: 4
  • Garage Min: 4
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking, On Street

Utilities

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

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Inverted Floor Plan, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High
  • Elementary School: Gault Elementary
  • Middle School: Branciforte Middle School
  • High School: Harbor High
  • High School: 851
  • Elementary School: 844
  • Middle School: 37459

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Sloped Down
  • Parcel Number: 010-142-11
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6098.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6098.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Skylight, Tankless Water Heater

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meters, Individual Gas Meters, Natural Gas, Public Utilities
  • Second Unit Description: Single level

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
  • Elementary School Text: Gault Elementary
  • High School Text: Harbor High
  • Middle School Text: Branciforte Middle School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2020
Sold by
Bear Donald and Helman Lori A
Bought by
Bear Donald R and Donald R Bear Property Managem
Current Estimated Value
$2,220,846

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Outstanding Balance
$525,538
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,623,178

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2016
Sold by
Helman Lori
Bought by
Helman Lori A and The Lori A Helman Revocable Tr

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 18, 2015
Closed on
Oct 27, 2015
Sold by
Garza John C and Heath Tonia E
Bought by
Bear Donald and Helman Lori
Seller's Agent
Tom Brezsny
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Schatan
Santa Cruz Vanguard Realtors
List Price
$1,599,000
Sold Price
$1,530,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$69,000
-4.32%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.50%
Original Mortgage
$800,775
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2010
Sold by
Garza John C and Heath Tonia E
Bought by
Garza John C and Heath Tonia E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2005
Sold by
Coe Karen A and Coe William V
Bought by
Garza John C and Heath Tonia E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2004
Sold by
Coe Charlene L and William C Coe Revocable Living
Bought by
Coe Karen A and Coe William V

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 2000
Sold by
Coe William C
Bought by
Coe William C and William C Coe Revocable Living

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 1994
Sold by
Coe Charlene L
Bought by
Coe William C
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
Bear Donald R -- Old Republic Title Company
Bear Donald -- Old Republic Title Company
Helman Lori A -- None Available
Bear Donald R -- None Available
Bear Donald $1,530,000 Old Republic Title Company
Garza John C -- None Available
Garza John C $940,000 --
Coe Karen A -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Coe William C -- --
Coe William C -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Coe William C -- Santa Cruz Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bear Donald $650,000
Closed Bear Donald $800,775
Previous Owner Garza John C $161,000
Previous Owner Garza John C $806,250
Previous Owner Garza John C $200,000
Previous Owner Garza John C $100,000
Previous Owner Garza John C $650,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/02/2015 11/02/15 Sold $1,530,000 -4.3% $478 / Sq Ft
09/26/2015 09/26/15 Pending -- -- --
08/18/2015 08/18/15 For Sale $1,599,000 -- $500 / 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 $19,821 $1,811,210 $1,100,932 $710,278
2023 $19,576 $1,740,880 $1,058,182 $682,698
2022 $19,352 $1,706,744 $1,037,432 $669,312
2021 $18,942 $1,673,278 $1,017,090 $656,188
2020 $18,791 $1,656,122 $1,006,662 $649,460
2019 $18,391 $1,623,648 $986,924 $636,724
2018 $18,178 $1,591,812 $967,572 $624,240
2017 $17,940 $1,560,600 $948,600 $612,000
2016 $17,005 $1,530,000 $930,000 $600,000
2015 $9,719 $863,333 $578,618 $284,715
2014 $8,812 $777,778 $521,277 $256,501
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tom Brezsny

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Tom Brezsny

    Sereno Group

    (831) 818-1431

    8 in this area

    229 Total Sales

    Tom Brezsny
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Barbara Schatan

    Santa Cruz Vanguard Realtors

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81500555

MLSListings

APN: 010-142-11-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95062 Upper Seabright

415 Buena Vista Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 415 Buena Vista Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 since 18 August 2015 and is currently estimated at $2,220,846, approximately $694 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 415 Buena Vista Ave is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Gault Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School, and Santa Cruz High School.

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