445 Myrtle St Laguna Beach, CA 92651
North Laguna NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,900,877 - $3,427,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,200
Sq Ft
$2,592/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Peek-A-Boo Views
- Craftsman Architecture
- Property is near a park
- El Morro Elementary School Rated A+
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Main Floor Bedroom
About This Home
As of May 2014REDUCED TO SELL IMMEDIATELY. Quintessential NORTH LAGUNA cottage perfectly located in best section of the coveted TREE STREETS neighborhood. Originally built in 1913, this Comfortable and Nicely maintained home offers 2 bedrooms in main house with a detached guest room/office w/bath. Surrounded by gorgeous, historic homes, the 400 block of Myrtle is one of the absolute best blocks in all of Laguna. This quiet street with a canopy of mature trees is convenient to everything including downtown restaurants & shops, Art "Gallery Row" and the most scenic coves and beaches in Southern California. Like stepping back in time with all the modern conveniences. Original Douglas Fir flooring, fireplace, open ceilings with exposed truss framing, board & batten interior walls, original built-in cabinetry in LR, private gardens and courtyards, street-to-alley lot. If you're looking for a classic North Laguna cottage in a premier location that is move-in ready at a great price, this is it! Rule #1 - LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! It doesn't get better than this. Priced to sell!
Last Listed By
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00776546 Listed on: 02/24/2014
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,741
Year Built
- Built in 1913
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Private Yard
- Lawn
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Cottage
- Bungalow
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,200 Sq Ft Home
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Peek-A-Boo Views
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Maid or Guest Quarters
Location
- Property is near a park
- Suburban Location
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by Cottage
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 6 / 24
- Tax Tract Number 413
- Assessor Parcel Number 49615307
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 24, 2014
Closed on
Apr 18, 2014
Sold by
Herdman Michael Scott
Bought by
Speciale Mark and Speciale Blair
Seller's Agent
Mark Christy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Inge Goericke-bunn
Compass
List Price
$1,749,000
Sold Price
$1,637,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$111,500
-6.38%
Total Days on Market
47
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,472,969
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.89%
Original Mortgage
$614,062
Interest Rate
1.87%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 2011
Sold by
Herdman Michael Scott
Bought by
Herdman Michael Scott and Michael Scott Herdman Revocable Living T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 6, 2003
Sold by
Tomkinson Linda S
Bought by
Herdman Michael Scott
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
5.83%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 4, 1994
Sold by
Tomkinson Linda S
Bought by
Tomkinson Linda S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$134,300
Interest Rate
7%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speciale Mark | $1,637,500 | Lawyers Title | |
| Herdman Michael Scott | -- | None Available | |
| Herdman Michael Scott | $875,000 | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Tomkinson Linda S | -- | Chicago Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Speciale Mark P | $1,250,000 | |
| Closed | Speciale Mark | $614,062 | |
| Closed | Speciale Mark | $614,063 | |
| Previous Owner | Herdman Michael Scott | $322,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Tomkinson Linda S | $134,300 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2014 05/12/14 | Sold | $1,637,500 | -3.6% | $1,365 / Sq Ft |
| 04/07/2014 04/07/14 | Price Changed | $1,699,000 | -2.9% | $1,416 / Sq Ft |
| 02/24/2014 02/24/14 | For Sale | $1,749,000 | -- | $1,458 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,741 | $2,043,154 | $1,923,354 | $119,800 |
| 2023 | $21,540 | $2,003,093 | $1,885,642 | $117,451 |
| 2022 | $21,075 | $1,963,817 | $1,848,668 | $115,149 |
| 2021 | $20,613 | $1,925,311 | $1,812,419 | $112,892 |
| 2020 | $20,334 | $1,905,570 | $1,793,835 | $111,735 |
| 2019 | $19,961 | $1,868,206 | $1,758,661 | $109,545 |
| 2018 | $19,559 | $1,831,575 | $1,724,177 | $107,398 |
| 2017 | $19,156 | $1,795,662 | $1,690,369 | $105,293 |
| 2016 | $18,654 | $1,748,277 | $1,657,225 | $91,052 |
| 2015 | $17,829 | $1,670,217 | $1,632,332 | $37,885 |
| 2014 | $11,260 | $1,033,796 | $999,387 | $34,409 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mark Christy
Seller's Agent in 2014
Mark Christy
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(949) 499-5900
10 in this area
27 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2014
Inge Goericke-bunn
Compass
(949) 500-6462
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: LG14038098
APN: 496-153-07
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