Monica Wason
M2 Realty Group
(831) 275-1395
32 Total Sales
1 in Rio del Mar
$1,070,000 Price
518 Cuesta Dr Aptos, CA 95003
Rio del Mar NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,288,000 - $1,596,925
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,673
Sq Ft
$870/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean View
- 0.38 Acre Lot
- Contemporary Architecture
- Rio Del Mar Elementary School Rated 9+
- Deck
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of August 2017Inside and out, angles are the theme of this elegant modern 3 BR/2BA home, perched on a hillside that offers a peaceful, natural setting and ocean views of Monterey, the Bay & Pleasure Point, from a spacious, wrap-around deck and interior windows. A bright and gleaming kitchen, cozy window seats, angled ceilings with exposed beams, a spacious master suite, artisan tile work in the master bath, and plenty of space for living and entertaining make this a unique find.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #00925382 Listed on: 04/14/2017
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 1971
Lot Details
- 16,640 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Lot Sloped Down
- Grass Covered Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- On-Street Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Ocean
- Bay
- Panoramic
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,673 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Den
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Corian Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Flush Toilets
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
- Shed
- Barbecue Area
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- Courtyard
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 14, 2017
Closed on
Jul 28, 2017
Sold by
The Paul G Priestley & Johnan M Priestly
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lauren Spencer
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gabrielle Coppel
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$1,010,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$85,000
-7.76%
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
$440,745
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.10%
Original Mortgage
$424,100
Outstanding Balance
$344,658
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,110,573
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 1, 2011
Sold by
Priestley Paul G and Priestley Joni M
Bought by
Priestley Paul G and Priestley Johnan Joni
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 29, 2009
Sold by
Priestley Paul G and Priestley Johnan M
Bought by
Priestley Paul G and Priesley Joni M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$362,000
Interest Rate
4.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 2006
Sold by
Priestley Paul G and Priestley Joni M
Bought by
Priestley Paul G and Priestley Johnan Joni M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 21, 2004
Sold by
Gilmartin Colleen Marie and The Colleen Marie Gilmartin Tr
Bought by
Priestley Paul G and Priestley Joni M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
5.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 2002
Sold by
Gilmartin Colleen
Bought by
Gilmartin Colleen Marie and Colleen Marie Gilmartin Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 16, 1995
Sold by
Barker Thomas V and Barker Ruth S
Bought by
Pedro John and Gilmartin Colleen
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Rio del Mar, CA
-
Monica Wason
-
Shawndy Linquist
Shawndy Linquist
Compass
(831) 708-6387
98 Total Sales
17 in Rio del Mar
$850K - $3.3M Price Range
-
John Fuchs
John Fuchs
John Fuchs Properties
(831) 713-2853
7 Total Sales
1 in Rio del Mar
$1,665,000 Price
-
Marcela Simonkova
Marcela Simonkova
David Lyng Real Estate
(831) 704-8687
34 Total Sales
3 in Rio del Mar
$1.3M - $2.2M Price Range
-
Maureen Kendall
Maureen Kendall
David Lyng Real Estate
(669) 333-3681
33 Total Sales
2 in Rio del Mar
$1.1M - $1.7M Price Range
-
Sirrom Alizem
Sirrom Alizem
eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
(831) 777-4729
14 Total Sales
1 in Rio del Mar
$799,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,010,000 | First American Title Company | ||
| Priestley Paul G | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Priestley Paul G | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Priestley Paul G | -- | None Available | |
| Priestley Paul G | $699,500 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Gilmartin Colleen Marie | -- | -- | |
| Pedro John | $294,500 | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $424,100 | ||
| Previous Owner | Priestley Paul G | $362,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Priestley Paul G | $325,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2017 08/07/17 | Sold | $1,010,000 | -6.0% | $604 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2017 07/07/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/15/2017 06/15/17 | Price Changed | $1,075,000 | -1.8% | $643 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2017 04/14/17 | For Sale | $1,095,000 | -- | $655 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $14,602 | $1,172,191 | $713,760 | $458,431 |
| 2025 | $13,554 | $1,149,208 | $699,765 | $449,443 |
| 2023 | $13,289 | $1,104,582 | $672,592 | $431,990 |
| 2022 | $13,013 | $1,082,924 | $659,404 | $423,520 |
| 2021 | $12,660 | $1,061,691 | $646,475 | $415,216 |
| 2020 | $12,453 | $1,050,804 | $639,846 | $410,958 |
| 2019 | $12,233 | $1,030,200 | $627,300 | $402,900 |
| 2018 | $11,907 | $1,010,000 | $615,000 | $395,000 |
| 2017 | $968 | $97,621 | $25,239 | $72,382 |
| 2016 | $959 | $95,707 | $24,744 | $70,963 |
| 2015 | $890 | $94,269 | $24,372 | $69,897 |
| 2014 | $856 | $92,423 | $23,895 | $68,528 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lauren Spencer
Seller's Agent in 2017
Lauren Spencer
Coldwell Banker Realty
(831) 688-6461
7 in this area
57 Total Sales
-
Gabrielle Coppel
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Gabrielle Coppel
Coldwell Banker Realty
(831) 688-6461
7 in this area
20 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81646785
APN: 044-261-42-000
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