503 Van Ness Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95060
King Street Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,300
Sq Ft
0.3
Acres
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Marble Flooring
- Marble Bathroom Countertops
- Westlake Elementary School Rated A-
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Tudor Architecture
About This Home
As of August 2025West Santa Cruz Gem. NOT TO BE MISSED. English Tudor 4 Bedroom, 2 bath 2300 sq ft on an Oversized lot 12,937 sq ft. Home exudes style and character including beautiful Leaded glass windows, and elegant Rumsford fireplace. Large Kitchen with added annex with Pizza oven + second oven. Hardwood floors throughout. Spacious Bedrooms with large closets & plenty of storage space with accessible attic space and built-in cabinets & dressers. Many upgrades including owned Solar and permitted 2024 detached one bedroom ADU. The finished Attic offers opportunity for a myriad of uses----playroom, craft room, office space. The extra large Lot is beautifully landscaped and includes an outdoor Brick BBQ, Dry sauna, Built-in fountain, Paver patio areas, Expansive lawn, mature shade and fruit trees. Irrigation well and storage tank. Gated driveway. Two car garage. Excellent Schools: Bay View, Mission Hill, Santa Cruz High. Close to UCSC, beaches, restaurants, Craft breweries. Great commute Location with easy access to Hwy one and 17, and to shopping
Last Agent to Sell the Property
KW Bay Area Estates License #01125951 Listed on: 08/06/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,566
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- 0.3 Acre Lot
- Northeast Facing Home
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Back Yard
- Zoning described as RH1
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Garage Door Opener
- Electric Gate
Home Design
- Tudor Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,300 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Formal Entry
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Family or Dining Combination
- Crawl Space
- Alarm System
- Attic
Kitchen
- Built-In Double Oven
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Marble Bathroom Countertops
- Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer and Dryer
- Laundry Tub
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar Heating System
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Separate Meters
- Individual Gas Meter
- Water Storage
- Well
- Sewer Within 50 Feet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Courtyard
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 006-332-06-000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2017
Sold by
Morris William W and Lomelin Thomas R
Bought by
Torrey Charles W and Shy Gay
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$125,760
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$2,070,424
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 7, 2006
Sold by
Spencer Barry and Spencer Paula
Bought by
Morris William W and Lomelin Thomas R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$999,999
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 10, 2004
Sold by
Spencer Barry and Spencer Paula
Bought by
Spencer Barry and Spencer Paula
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 16, 2001
Sold by
Spencer Percy L and Spencer Paula M
Bought by
Spencer Percy and Spencer Paula
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$438,000
Interest Rate
6.98%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 1994
Sold by
Moceo Ralph F
Bought by
Spencer Percy L and Spencer Paula M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$399,200
Interest Rate
4.5%
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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 | $1,500,000 | Orange Coast Title Co Norcal | |
| Grant Deed | $1,399,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $499,000 | Santa Cruz Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $999,999 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $225,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $629,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $442,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $438,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $389,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $399,200 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $49,900 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2025 08/18/25 | Sold | $2,700,503 | +13.7% | $1,174 / Sq Ft |
| 08/12/2025 08/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/06/2025 08/06/25 | For Sale | $2,375,000 | -- | $1,033 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,566 | $1,706,744 | $1,109,384 | $597,360 |
| 2023 | $18,336 | $1,640,469 | $1,066,305 | $574,164 |
| 2022 | $18,125 | $1,608,303 | $1,045,397 | $562,906 |
| 2021 | $17,740 | $1,576,768 | $1,024,899 | $551,869 |
| 2020 | $17,598 | $1,560,600 | $1,014,390 | $546,210 |
| 2019 | $17,220 | $1,530,000 | $994,500 | $535,500 |
| 2018 | $17,019 | $1,500,000 | $975,000 | $525,000 |
| 2017 | $16,082 | $1,406,810 | $1,006,983 | $399,827 |
| 2016 | $14,347 | $1,302,602 | $932,391 | $370,211 |
| 2015 | $13,512 | $1,228,870 | $879,614 | $349,256 |
| 2014 | $12,221 | $1,107,090 | $792,444 | $314,646 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ken and Patti Roberts
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ken and Patti Roberts
KW Bay Area Estates
(408) 357-8771
1 in this area
28 Total Sales
-
Dianne Pereira
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Dianne Pereira
Bailey Properties
(831) 818-5939
1 in this area
70 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML82016281
APN: 006-332-06-000
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