NOT LISTED FOR SALE

500 Downing St Morro Bay, CA 93442

Estimated Value: $781,824 - $877,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,045 Sq Ft
$799/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 27, 2023

Last sale price $725,000 $694 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,044/month

104 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Del Mar Elementary School Rated A-
  • High Ceiling
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of December 2023

Charming Morro Bay Beach Cottage with a Peek-A-Boo View of Morro Rock + Ocean View from the Front Porch! This 3 bed, 1 bath home offers 9' high ceilings, pine wood flooring, and old growth redwood walls. Enter the enclosed front porch with an abundance of windows which offers a great space to enjoy your morning coffee or read a book. Immediately you will notice the charm of the craftsman style door and the redwood walls that encase the entry. From the entry are two nicely sized bedrooms with original windows and natural light. The living area offers a cozy, yet spacious room for entertaining and is adjacent to the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen offers a newer stainless steel gas range and an adorable built in cabinet. The back bedroom is near the kitchen and has a view of Morro Rock, wood plank floors and an attached full bath. There is an indoor laundry room with a recently installed water heater and access to the backyard. The backyard is a true nature lover's retreat with mature plants, a paver patio area to enjoy the sunshine and coastal weather, along with pastoral views and distant mountains showcased from the rear covered porch. Additionally, there are two sheds for ample storage space. All of this within close proximity to the Embarcadero, the beach, restaurants, kayaking & more - don't miss your opportunity to own your slice of paradise on the Central Coast!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maci Umbertis

RE/MAX Parkside Real Estate License #01784326 Listed on: 08/22/2023

RE/MAX Parkside Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Amanda Barber

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #01410368

eXp Realty of California, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1915

Lot Details

  • 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned R1

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Pasture
  • Hills
  • Rock

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Raised Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,045 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Entryway
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Location

  • Suburban Location

Schools

  • Morro Bay High School

Utilities

  • Wall Furnace
  • Natural Gas Connected

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Harbor Tract Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 12 / 2
  • Assessor Parcel Number 068159011

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1915

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Harbor Tract(760)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R1
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 068159011
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1045.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 693.78
  • Room Type: Entry, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • View: Hills, Ocean, Pasture, Rocks
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Wall Furnace
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Individual Room, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Suburban

Schools

  • High School: Morro Bay
  • High School2: MORRB

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4000.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0918

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 4000.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 2
  • Tax Census Tract: 106.03
  • Tax Lot: 12

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2023
Closed on
Oct 30, 2023
Sold by
Melody Demeritt 2014 Living Trust
Bought by
Sally Dixon Swan Living Trust and Swan
Seller's Agent
Maci Umbertis
RE/MAX Parkside Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Barber
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,000
-9.26%
Views
500
Current Estimated Value
$835,206

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$110,206
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.29%
Original Mortgage
$507,500
Interest Rate
7.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 2019
Sold by
Demeritt Melody A
Bought by
Demeritt Melody and Melody Demeritt 2014 Living Tr

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,000
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 2014
Sold by
Demeritt Melody A
Bought by
Demeritt Melody
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sally Dixon Swan Living Trust $725,000 Fidelity National Title
Demeritt Melody -- Accommodation
Demeritt Melody A -- Fidelity National Title Co
Demeritt Melody -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Sally Dixon Swan Living Trust $507,500
Previous Owner Demeritt Melody A $151,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/27/2023 12/27/23 Sold $725,000 0.0% $694 / Sq Ft
12/04/2023 12/04/23 Pending -- -- --
11/20/2023 11/20/23 Price Changed $725,000 -3.2% $694 / Sq Ft
10/16/2023 10/16/23 Price Changed $749,000 -3.4% $717 / Sq Ft
10/06/2023 10/06/23 Price Changed $775,000 -3.0% $742 / Sq Ft
08/22/2023 08/22/23 For Sale $799,000 -- $765 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $8,012 $739,500 $499,800 $239,700
2024 $8,012 $725,000 $490,000 $235,000
2023 $7,903 $714,000 $484,500 $229,500
2022 $7,408 $700,000 $475,000 $225,000
2021 $2,388 $231,804 $144,132 $87,672
2020 $2,363 $229,429 $142,655 $86,774
2019 $2,337 $224,931 $139,858 $85,073
2018 $2,289 $220,521 $137,116 $83,405
2017 $2,243 $216,198 $134,428 $81,770
2016 $2,198 $211,960 $131,793 $80,167
2015 $2,163 $208,777 $129,814 $78,963
2014 $1,985 $204,689 $127,272 $77,417
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NS23156295

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 068-159-011