Michelle Rico
Epique Realty
(831) 851-2616
5 Total Sales
2 in Watsonville
$550K - $964K Price Range
501 Tuttle Ave Watsonville, CA 95076
Watsonville Area
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,122
Sq Ft
4,617
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Active Adult
- Den
- Forced Air Heating System
- Quartz Countertops
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Combination Dining and Living Room
About This Home
As of July 2026SELLER TO CREDIT BUYER $5,000 for rate buy down or closing costs at successful close of escrow. Welcome to 501 Tuttle Ave, a charming Watsonville, Adult Village (55+) home that blends comfort, thoughtful updates, and a delightful corner-lot presence with plenty of space to enjoy. Inside you'll find a beautifully remodeled kitchen, updated primary bath, while a bright living area flows naturally into spacious rooms that invite both relaxation and everyday living. Situated on a desirable corner lot with a generous yard and newer roof, this property makes outdoor living easy whether you're gardening, entertaining, or simply unwinding in the sunshine. MOVE-IN ready. A versatile bonus room/sunroom adds extra flexibility for a home office, hobby space, or cozy reading area making this home work for your lifestyle. Come home and relax in your beautiful oversized lot while you soak up the sun and enjoy your magnolia and olive tree. Conveniently located in a welcoming Watsonville neighborhood near shops and restaurants, with views of the hills from the front porch, this home offers both comfort and opportunity ready to be loved by its next owner.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
KW Thrive Santa Cruz License #01974242 Listed on: 02/26/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1976
Lot Details
- 4,617 Sq Ft Lot
- Zoning described as R1
HOA Fees
- $3 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,122 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Den
- Laundry in Garage
Kitchen
- Electric Cooktop
- Quartz Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- Active Adult
- Bay Village Association
- Built by Bay Village
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 017-414-01-000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 26, 2026
Closed on
Jun 26, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Aurora Wonder Lowe
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
Buyer's Agent
Brandi Jones
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-18.52%
Views
220
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-15.71%
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Outstanding Balance
$440,000
Interest Rate
6.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$102,530
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$645,000
Interest Rate
4.43%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 16, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 10, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$239,580
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 18, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,000
Interest Rate
5.57%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 26, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Michelle Rico
-
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Sophia Lerios
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-
Jorge Edeza
Jorge Edeza
Remax Property Experts
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Lynn Shaffer
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Lawrence Hernandez
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Amol Heda
Amol Heda
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(669) 221-8510
52 Total Sales
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$791,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $550,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $430,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Stewart Title Of Ca Inc | |
| Grant Deed | $244,000 | Stewart Title Of California | |
| Grant Deed | $285,000 | Santa Cruz Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $138,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Santa Cruz Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $440,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $645,000 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $239,580 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $185,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2026 07/02/26 | Sold | $550,000 | +0.2% | $490 / Sq Ft |
| 06/07/2026 06/07/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/04/2026 05/04/26 | Price Changed | $549,000 | -8.3% | $489 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2026 03/20/26 | Price Changed | $599,000 | -7.8% | $534 / Sq Ft |
| 03/10/2026 03/10/26 | Price Changed | $649,888 | -3.7% | $579 / Sq Ft |
| 02/26/2026 02/26/26 | For Sale | $675,000 | -- | $602 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
Tax History
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| 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 | $6,404 | $489,267 | $293,560 | $195,707 |
| 2023 | $5,657 | $470,268 | $282,161 | $188,107 |
| 2022 | $5,554 | $461,047 | $276,628 | $184,419 |
| 2021 | $5,400 | $452,007 | $271,204 | $180,803 |
| 2020 | $5,323 | $447,372 | $268,423 | $178,949 |
| 2019 | $5,229 | $438,600 | $263,160 | $175,440 |
| 2018 | $3,177 | $264,072 | $158,010 | $106,062 |
| 2017 | $3,150 | $258,893 | $154,911 | $103,982 |
| 2016 | $3,068 | $253,817 | $151,874 | $101,943 |
| 2015 | $3,058 | $250,005 | $149,593 | $100,412 |
| 2014 | $2,993 | $245,108 | $146,663 | $98,445 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Aurora Wonder Lowe
Seller's Agent in 2026
Aurora Wonder Lowe
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
(831) 227-7071
48 Total Sales
-
Brandi Jones
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Brandi Jones
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
(831) 588-5145
52 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82036246
APN: 017-414-01-000
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