NOT LISTED FOR SALE

481 6th Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Twin Lakes Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,274,000 - $1,582,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
694 Sq Ft
$1,971/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 25, 2022

Last sale price $1,300,000 $1,873 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,900/month

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Great Room
  • Mission Hill Middle School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Twin Lakes Park

About This Home

As of April 2022

Classic, very cute, like new beach house with one of the largest lots in the neighborhood & a 7 minute walk to a popular beach, beach front restaurants & the Small Craft (Yacht) Harbor. The home was entirely renovated in 2008, including the exterior & highly insulated interior walls, bamboo/tile floors, plumbing & electrical. Since renovation, it has been meticulously maintained. The kitchen was rebuilt with granite counters, stainless steel high-end appliances, cabinets, fixtures & the bath with popular tile surfaces. The living room has a vaulted ceiling, a gas fireplace & built in speakers for a home theater. The backyard/exterior has a private covered spa & outdoor shower, a deck & patio, low maintenance artificial turf, a 3 zone underground water system, brick walkways & outdoor lights. There are 2 producing, 1 lemon & 1 orange, fruit trees. The property is fully fenced. Perfect weekend get away beach home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Richard Wilkins

Wilkins Real Estate License #00520317 Listed on: 02/02/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Kristen Valenza

eXp Realty of California Inc License #02138153

eXp Realty of California Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,892

Year Built

  • 1939

Lot Details

  • 2,875 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Grass Covered Lot

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 694 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Den

Kitchen

  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • On-Street Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Barbecue Area

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,892

Year Built

1939

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Zoning: R-1-3.5
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 83
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 694
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1939

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Free Standing, Gas Burning, Living Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Oven Range - Built-In, Gas, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Sq Ft: 694
  • Stories: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Great Room
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Shower And Tub

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Balcony / Patio, Bbq Area, Deck, Low Maintenance
  • Pool: Spa - Cover

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Parking Features: Off-Street Parking, On Street

Utilities

  • Heating System: Fireplace, Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Lot Acres: 0.0660
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 2875.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 2875.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight, Tankless Water Heater, Walls Insulated

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Natural Gas, Public Utilities

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2010
Sold by
Sanchez Chew Alberto P
Bought by
Meinhardt J Karl
Current Estimated Value
$1,367,741

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 6, 2007
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Co
Bought by
Sanchez Chew Alberto P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$513,680
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2006
Sold by
Hill Michael
Bought by
Duetsche Bank National Trust Co

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2005
Sold by
Mullery Jacqueline
Bought by
Hill Michael A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$492,000
Interest Rate
5.92%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 1998
Sold by
Mullery R S R and Mullery Daniel P
Bought by
Mullery Jacqueline
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
Meinhardt J Karl $475,000 First American Title Company
Sanchez Chew Alberto P $517,000 First American Title Ins Co
Duetsche Bank National Trust Co $528,338 None Available
Hill Michael A $615,000 First American Title Co
Mullery Jacqueline -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Meinhardt J Karl $364,900
Closed Meinhardt J Karl $380,000
Previous Owner Sanchez Chew Alberto P $513,680
Previous Owner Hill Michael A $492,000
Closed Hill Michael A $123,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/25/2022 04/25/22 Sold $1,300,000 0.0% $1,873 / Sq Ft
03/30/2022 03/30/22 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2022 02/02/22 For Sale $1,300,000 -- $1,873 / 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
2023 $15,892 $1,326,000 $1,060,800 $265,200
2022 $7,675 $573,460 $344,076 $229,384
2021 $7,384 $562,215 $337,329 $224,886
2020 $7,298 $556,450 $333,870 $222,580
2019 $7,140 $545,540 $327,324 $218,216
2018 $7,005 $534,843 $320,906 $213,937
2017 $6,872 $524,355 $314,613 $209,742
2016 $6,741 $514,073 $308,444 $205,629
2015 $6,594 $506,351 $303,811 $202,540
2014 $6,492 $496,433 $297,860 $198,573
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • R

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Richard Wilkins

    Wilkins Real Estate

    (831) 464-3606

    2 in this area

    2 Total Sales

    Richard Wilkins
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  • Kristen Valenza

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Kristen Valenza

    eXp Realty of California Inc

    (888) 584-9427

    3 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Kristen Valenza
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81876726

MLSListings

APN: 027-064-01-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95062 Twin Lakes

481 6th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 481 6th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 since 02 February 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,367,741, approximately $1,970 per square foot. This property was built in 1939. 481 6th 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.

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