NOT LISTED FOR SALE

420 9th Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Twin Lakes Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,958,086 - $2,549,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,515 Sq Ft
$1,447/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 29, 2018

Last sale price $1,600,000 $1,056 Per Sq Ft

Est. 37% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,838/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Radiant Floor
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • 4-minute walk to Twin Lakes Park

About This Home

As of May 2018

Presenting the idyllic California style - from the spacious great-room to the tranquil outdoor spaces accessed by every room - this home offers a contemporary expression of the classic beach cottage. Built just 17 years ago, the home exudes a bright and light ambiance that encourages both indoor and outdoor living. At every turn, expansive windows and French doors seamlessly connect the interior design with the exteriors beautiful landscaped grounds. Completing the appeal of this wonderful custom home is its ideal location - just blocks away is the desirable Twin Lakes State Beach and beloved Crows Nest restaurant.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shary Symon

Compass License #70000736 Listed on: 04/18/2018

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Paul Locatelli

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #01348436

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $21,636

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 3,180 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as R-1-3.5

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,515 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • Den

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Concrete Kitchen Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Radiant Floor
  • Concrete

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Radiant Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 027-082-06-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$21,636

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 17
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1515
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Zoning Description: R-1-3.5
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Gas Burning, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area in Family Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Concrete, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Island, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1515
  • Stories: 2
  • Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Washer
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Tub with Jets, Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub in Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Pool Description: Spa / Hot Tub
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Low Maintenance
  • Fencing: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System: Radiant, Radiant Floors
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 027-082-06-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.0730
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 3180.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 3180.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2025
Sold by
Vavlas Nicholas A and Vavlas Maureen
Bought by
420 9Th Ave Llc
Current Estimated Value
$2,198,276

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2024
Sold by
Vavlas Nicholas A and Fam Maureen
Bought by
Vavlas Nicholas A and Vavlas Maureen

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2018
Closed on
May 23, 2018
Sold by
Peterson Russell and Peterson Janet
Bought by
Vavias Nicholas A and Vavias Maureen
Seller's Agent
Shary Symon
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Paul Locatelli
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.31%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.47%
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2006
Sold by
Kiessig Carol A and The Kiessig Family Trust
Bought by
Peterson Russell and Peterson Janet

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$877,500
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2003
Sold by
Kiessig Russell O and Kiessig Carol A
Bought by
Kiessig Russell O and Kiessig Carol A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2003
Sold by
Wallace Theodore G and Wallace Judith A
Bought by
Kiessig Russell O and Kiessig Carol A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2002
Sold by
Wallace Theodore G and Wallace Judith A
Bought by
Wallace Theodore G and Wallace Judith A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$319,000
Interest Rate
6.94%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

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
420 9Th Ave Llc -- None Listed On Document
Vavlas Nicholas A -- None Listed On Document
Vavias Nicholas A $1,600,000 Lawyers Title Company
Peterson Russell $1,350,000 Old Republic Title Company
Kiessig Russell O -- First American Title Co
Kiessig Russell O $841,000 First American Title Co
Wallace Theodore G -- First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Vavlas Nicholas A $1,180,000
Previous Owner Vavias Nicholas A $1,200,000
Previous Owner Patterson Russell $700,000
Previous Owner Peterson Russell $1,000,000
Previous Owner Peterson Russell $214,865
Previous Owner Peterson Russell $1,000,000
Previous Owner Peterson Russell $877,500
Previous Owner Kiessig Russell O $322,700
Previous Owner Wallace Theodore G $319,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/29/2018 05/29/18 Sold $1,600,000 +0.3% $1,056 / Sq Ft
04/26/2018 04/26/18 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2018 04/18/18 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $1,053 / 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 $21,636 $1,820,527 $1,365,395 $455,132
2023 $20,477 $1,749,833 $1,312,375 $437,458
2022 $17,293 $1,462,636 $977,042 $485,594
2021 $15,678 $1,328,826 $887,656 $441,170
2020 $14,815 $1,250,000 $835,000 $415,000
2019 $18,883 $1,632,000 $1,224,000 $408,000
2018 $16,107 $1,373,760 $1,087,560 $286,200
2017 $15,274 $1,296,000 $1,026,000 $270,000
2016 $14,196 $1,333,617 $1,086,651 $246,966
2015 $14,881 $1,258,129 $1,025,142 $232,987
2014 $13,567 $1,133,449 $923,551 $209,898
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Shary Symon

    Compass

    Section Image

  • P

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Paul Locatelli

    Sereno Group

    Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81701275

MLSListings

APN: 027-082-06-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95062 Twin Lakes

420 9th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 420 9th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 since 18 April 2018 and is currently estimated at $2,191,522, approximately $1,446 per square foot. This property was built in 2001. 420 9th Ave is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Mission Hill Middle School, Harbor High School, and Santa Cruz High School.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.

MLSListings Property Information © 2025 MLSListings Inc. All rights reserved. Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Certain information contained herein is derived from information which is the licensed property of, and copyrighted by, MLSListings Inc. The viewer acknowledges ownership and validity of its copyright. Information provided is for personal, non-commercial use by a viewer with a bona fide interest in the purchase or sale of real estate of the type being offered via this website or other electronic means. The viewer is prohibited from copying, redistributing or retransmitting any of the data or information provided by MLSListing, Inc.

Nearby Homes