5115 Lotus St San Diego, CA 92107
Ocean Beach NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $917,694 - $1,067,000
1
Bed
1
Bath
512
Sq Ft
$1,946/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Craftsman Architecture
- Deck
- Private Yard
- Ocean Beach Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of March 2017Beautifully remodeled craftsman beach cottage with incredible attention to detail. Exposed fir wood beam ceiling and original pine floors in the living room. The yard features multiple private decks and a 2 car detached garage, perfect for storing your beach cruisers. This property was formerly used as a vacation rental but would be perfect to call home as well or your own personal get-away! Fantastic location, just steps to the beach.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,623
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 1,873 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
- Private Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Plaster Walls
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 512 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Flooring
- Crawl Space
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Slab Porch or Patio
Schools
- San Diego Unified School District Elementary And Middle School
- San Diego Unified School District High School
Utilities
- Gravity Heating System
- Separate Water Meter
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Drip Irrigation
- West of 5 Freeway
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 448-050-29-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 11, 2017
Closed on
Feb 6, 2017
Sold by
Struck John Theodore
Bought by
Whitley T Alva
Seller's Agent
Marty Castro
Castro Group
Buyer's Agent
John Collazo
Castro Group
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$543,000
Premium/Discount to List
$14,000
2.65%
Total Days on Market
10
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
$453,174
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.71%
Original Mortgage
$407,250
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 11, 2017
Closed on
Feb 3, 2017
Sold by
Whitley T Alva
Bought by
Spurr Tamara L and Spackman Michael G
Seller's Agent
Marty Castro
Castro Group
Buyer's Agent
John Collazo
Castro Group
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$543,000
Premium/Discount to List
$14,000
2.65%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$407,250
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 21, 2013
Sold by
Whitley T Alva
Bought by
Whitley T Alva
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$292,500
Interest Rate
3.49%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 18, 2000
Sold by
Whitley T Alva
Bought by
Whitley T Alva
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 1999
Sold by
Danon Keith S
Bought by
Whitley T Alva
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$136,800
Interest Rate
7.97%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 27, 1989
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 18, 1987
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 3, 1986
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitley T Alva | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Spurr Tamara L | $543,000 | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Whitley T Alva | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Whitley T Alva | -- | -- | |
| Whitley T Alva | $171,000 | Guardian Title Company | |
| -- | $131,000 | -- | |
| -- | $74,200 | -- | |
| -- | $81,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Spurr Tamara L | $407,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Whitley T Alva | $292,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Whitley T Alva | $286,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Whitley T Alva | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Whitley T Alva | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Whitley T Alva | $118,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Whitley T Alva | $136,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2017 03/22/17 | Sold | $543,000 | +2.6% | $1,061 / Sq Ft |
| 01/21/2017 01/21/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/11/2017 01/11/17 | For Sale | $529,000 | -- | $1,033 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
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 | $7,623 | $617,836 | $557,534 | $60,302 |
| 2023 | $7,454 | $605,722 | $546,602 | $59,120 |
| 2022 | $7,256 | $593,846 | $535,885 | $57,961 |
| 2021 | $7,207 | $582,203 | $525,378 | $56,825 |
| 2020 | $7,120 | $576,234 | $519,991 | $56,243 |
| 2019 | $6,993 | $564,937 | $509,796 | $55,141 |
| 2018 | $6,538 | $553,860 | $499,800 | $54,060 |
| 2017 | $2,681 | $226,438 | $186,486 | $39,952 |
| 2016 | $2,637 | $221,999 | $182,830 | $39,169 |
| 2015 | $2,598 | $218,665 | $180,084 | $38,581 |
| 2014 | $2,558 | $214,383 | $176,557 | $37,826 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Marty Castro
Seller's Agent in 2017
Marty Castro
Castro Group
(619) 820-4663
76 Total Sales
-
John Collazo
Buyer's Agent in 2017
John Collazo
Castro Group
(619) 379-5870
17 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 170001904
APN: 448-050-29
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