Seller's Agent in 2021
Lauren Spencer
Coldwell Banker Realty
(831) 688-6461
1 in this area
73 Total Sales
521 Highland Ave Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Westlake NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,564,039 - $2,797,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,992
Sq Ft
$906/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Skyline View
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Westlake Elementary School Rated A-
- Craftsman Architecture
- Deck
About This Home
As of April 2021Modern Craftsman Style Home on the Upper Westside SC. Immaculate 4 BR/3 BA 2992 SF home. Features include two story ceilings, wood floors, custom cabinets, recessed lights, office, den & laundry room. Open and airy this home has lots of light. Formal living room, gourmet granite & maple kitchen, office & family room with built in bookcases, fireplace and sliding glass doors to the private backyard. Upstairs is a large open work area, laundry room and the four bedrooms. The master suite has an alcove, sliding glass doors to a patio, fireplace and luxurious bathroom. The private yard has an entertainment area, lawn, vegetable boxes & fruit trees. The attached 2 car garage has room for storage. Close to downtown Santa Cruz, restaurants, shops and walking trails at Pogonip.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #00925382 Listed on: 03/24/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $24,800
Year Built
- 1997
Lot Details
- 7,057 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Guest Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Shingle Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,992 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Skyline Views
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Dual Flush Toilets
- Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Washer and Dryer
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
Community Details
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Cochran Court Association
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 24, 2021
Closed on
Apr 20, 2021
Sold by
Soares David F and Howells Susan L
Bought by
Jacobson Christopher B and Jacobson Emily L
Seller's Agent
Lauren Spencer
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Oster
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$2,110,000
Premium/Discount to List
$160,000
8.21%
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
$600,346
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.67%
Original Mortgage
$1,688,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,524,059
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,186,287
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 1997
Sold by
Hochler Richard and Ross Melissa
Bought by
Soares David F and Howells Susan L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
7.54%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 20, 1997
Sold by
Rummell Lynette
Bought by
Payne Rhys
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacobson Christopher B | $2,110,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Soares David F | $605,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Payne Rhys | -- | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Jacobson Christopher B | $1,688,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Soares David F | $275,000 | |
| Closed | Soares David F | $75,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2021 04/29/21 | Sold | $2,110,000 | +8.2% | $705 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2021 03/30/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/24/2021 03/24/21 | For Sale | $1,950,000 | -- | $652 / 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 | $24,800 | $2,283,932 | $1,370,359 | $913,573 |
| 2023 | $24,493 | $2,195,244 | $1,317,146 | $878,098 |
| 2022 | $24,212 | $2,152,200 | $1,291,320 | $860,880 |
| 2021 | $10,196 | $892,484 | $354,046 | $538,438 |
| 2020 | $10,115 | $883,334 | $350,416 | $532,918 |
| 2019 | $9,893 | $866,012 | $343,544 | $522,468 |
| 2018 | $9,780 | $849,032 | $336,808 | $512,224 |
| 2017 | $9,652 | $832,382 | $330,202 | $502,180 |
| 2016 | $9,115 | $816,062 | $323,728 | $492,334 |
| 2015 | $8,913 | $803,804 | $318,866 | $484,938 |
| 2014 | $8,761 | $788,058 | $312,620 | $475,438 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lauren Spencer
-
Daniel Oster
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Daniel Oster
Coldwell Banker Realty
(831) 252-5000
2 in this area
117 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81835674
APN: 001-112-08-000
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