424 Escalona Dr Santa Cruz, CA 95060
King Street Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,144
Sq Ft
5,663
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- City Lights View
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating System
- Westlake Elementary School Rated A-
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Burning Fireplace
About This Home
As of May 2023This heavy fixer situated in a convenient Westside location with city views could be transformed into a dream home. The backyard is of ample size and private. This is an excellent opportunity for contractors, developers and those seeking a project in one of Santa Cruzs most desirable neighborhoods. In close proximity to Downtown Santa Cruz, UCSC, commute routes and beaches.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Karon Properties License #00933904 Listed on: 10/19/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,843
Year Built
- 1978
Lot Details
- 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,144 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- City Lights Views
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Additional Features
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating System
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 2023
Sold by
Kerr Thomas Mccarten and Kerr Rebecca Mara
Bought by
Kahan And Kerr Family Trust and Kahan
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 29, 2023
Closed on
May 26, 2023
Sold by
Wade Ryan
Bought by
Kerr Thomas Mccarten and Kahan Rebecca Mara
Seller's Agent
Jo Greene
Greenehouse Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
John Flaniken
Trade-In Real Estate
List Price
$1,988,000
Sold Price
$2,025,000
Premium/Discount to List
$37,000
1.86%
Views
75
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.04%
Original Mortgage
$1,604,000
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 19, 2021
Closed on
Nov 29, 2021
Sold by
Greene Joanna
Bought by
Wade Ryan
Seller's Agent
NEAL LANGHOLZ
Karon Properties
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,110,000
Premium/Discount to List
$115,000
11.56%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
50.11%
Original Mortgage
$1,170,000
Interest Rate
2.42%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 2017
Sold by
Pethoe Peter G
Bought by
Hill Sandra L and Peter G Pethoe Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 27, 2004
Sold by
Orczy Emma T and Pethoe Peter
Bought by
Pethoe Peter G and Orczy Emma T
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Grant Deed | $2,005,000 | Stewart Title | |
| Deed | -- | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,110,000 | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,604,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,170,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01/2023 06/01/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/26/2023 05/26/23 | Sold | $2,025,000 | +1.9% | $643 / Sq Ft |
| 03/29/2023 03/29/23 | For Sale | $1,988,000 | +79.1% | $632 / Sq Ft |
| 12/01/2021 12/01/21 | Sold | $1,110,000 | +11.6% | $518 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2021 10/31/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/19/2021 10/19/21 | For Sale | $995,000 | -- | $464 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,843 | $1,132,200 | $905,760 | $226,440 |
| 2022 | $12,698 | $1,110,000 | $888,000 | $222,000 |
| 2021 | $1,916 | $134,489 | $17,144 | $117,345 |
| 2020 | $1,904 | $133,109 | $16,968 | $116,141 |
| 2019 | $1,855 | $130,499 | $16,635 | $113,864 |
| 2018 | $1,838 | $127,940 | $16,309 | $111,631 |
| 2017 | $1,740 | $125,432 | $15,990 | $109,442 |
| 2016 | $1,661 | $122,972 | $15,676 | $107,296 |
| 2015 | $1,527 | $121,124 | $15,440 | $105,684 |
| 2014 | $1,503 | $118,752 | $15,138 | $103,614 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jo Greene
Seller's Agent in 2023
Jo Greene
Greenehouse Real Estate
(916) 583-8409
1 in this area
14 Total Sales
-
John Flaniken
Buyer's Agent in 2023
John Flaniken
Trade-In Real Estate
(831) 334-0890
2 in this area
71 Total Sales
-
NEAL LANGHOLZ
Seller's Agent in 2021
NEAL LANGHOLZ
Karon Properties
(831) 423-5670
3 in this area
70 Total Sales
-
Debra Wallace
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Debra Wallace
Karon Properties
(831) 325-9948
2 in this area
46 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81867284
APN: 006-081-39-000
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