$395,000
SOLD AUG 31, 2012

53590 Rocky Way Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA 92549

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,654 Sq Ft
0.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$239 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

43 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • Hilltop Location
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Custom Home
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of April 2021

'BUILT INTO THE ROCK' by Locally acclaimed Architect 'Dennis McGuire'. This impressive tastefully furnished mountain retreat is offered 'Move In Ready' complete with Guest House/Casita. Large parcel with majestic views, walkways and woods along with well-maintained grounds, all combine to impress the very discerning. Includes a circular driveway with a large double attached carport. The sophisticated appeal of this home is second only to the quality of workmanship throughout. This open plan concept creates intimacy and yet sleeps plenty. State of the art in its time, this is one of Idyllwild's Mountain Marvels. Great appliances, lofty beams and recessed lighting. Spacious laundry room with sink. Huge edge to edge windows are laser cut around boulders that become part of your living space. This breathtaking home/retreat is entwined with nature and has to be seen to be believed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jose Espinoza

OZA Realty Inc. License #01754045 Listed on: 07/15/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Robin Oates

Robin Oates Real Estate Inc License #00591170

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,196

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Hilltop Location

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Turnkey

Interior Spaces

  • 1,654 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Entryway
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Panoramic Views
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Attached Carport

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Grill

Location

  • Ground Level

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 560162037

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,196

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Attached/Detached: No
  • Levels: Two
  • Builders Tract Code: NA-326
  • Entry Location: Ground Level w/Steps
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 241.11
  • Lp Sp Ratio: 0.9905
  • View Type: Panoramic
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Listing I D: 21457605
  • Listing Member Address: 78-115 Calle Estado Ste. 203, La Quinta, CA 92253
  • Listing Office Address: 78-115 Calle Estado Ste. 203, La Quinta, CA 92253
  • Listing Office Fax: (760) 777-6615
  • Selling Member Address: 54225 N. Circle Dr., P.O. Box 1651, Idyllwild, CA 92549-1651
  • Selling Office Address: 54225 N. Circle Drive, P.O. Box 1651, Idyllwild, CA 92549-1651
  • Selling Office Fax: (951) 659-1972
  • Land Type: Fee
  • Subdivision: Not Applicable
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings (9 Ft+)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Eating Areas: Dining Area
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry
  • Laundry: Individual Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1654.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Features: Barbeque Private, Custom Built
  • Patio: Deck
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: Attached
  • Parking: Attached Carport

Utilities

  • Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Heater Feature: Propane

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Unit Location: Ground Floor

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 560162037
  • Lot Acres: 0.3000
  • Lot Location: Hilltop
  • Lot Size: 13068.00

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Turnkey
  • Land Lease Type: Fee Simple

MLS Schools

  • School District: Oak Grove School District

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2021
Closed on
Mar 8, 2021
Sold by
Brase Michael J and Mullen John D
Bought by
Miller Steve and Steve Miller Separate Property
Seller's Agent
Timothy McTavish
Desert Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Timothy McTavish
Desert Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,300,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,029,928

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$270,072
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.22%
Original Mortgage
$548,000
Outstanding Balance
$495,848
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$537,256

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2021
Closed on
Feb 25, 2021
Sold by
Brase Michael J and Mullen John D
Bought by
Brase Michael J and Mullen John D
Seller's Agent
Timothy McTavish
Desert Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Timothy McTavish
Desert Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,300,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$548,000
Outstanding Balance
$495,848
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$537,256

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2020
Sold by
Brase Michael J and The Michael J Brase Trust
Bought by
Brase Michael J and Mullen John D

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2012
Closed on
Jul 26, 2012
Sold by
Ndad Llc
Bought by
Brase Michael J and Michael J Brase Trust
Seller's Agent
Jose Espinoza
OZA Realty Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Robin Oates
Robin Oates Real Estate Inc
List Price
$398,800
Sold Price
$395,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,800
-0.95%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.72%
Original Mortgage
$316,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 23, 2012
Sold by
Chitjian Mark
Bought by
Ndad Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$89,200
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 2004
Sold by
Gabrielson David A and Gabrielson Vicki J Rapp
Bought by
Chitjian Mark

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$392,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2003
Sold by
Smoke Tree Construction & Development Co
Bought by
Gabrielson David A and Gabrielson Vicki J Rapp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$326,400
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2002
Sold by
Barelli Emanuele and Barelli Carolyn
Bought by
Smoke Tree Construction & Development Co

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,300,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $395,000 Lawyers Title
Trustee Deed -- None Available
Grant Deed $485,000 Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed $440,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $360,000 Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $548,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $316,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $89,200 Unknown
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $400,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $392,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $326,400 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $40,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $288,000 Seller Take Back
Closed $49,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/20/2021 04/20/21 Sold $1,300,000 0.0% $786 / Sq Ft
02/26/2021 02/26/21 For Sale $1,300,000 +229.1% $786 / Sq Ft
02/26/2021 02/26/21 Pending -- -- --
08/31/2012 08/31/12 Sold $395,000 -1.0% $239 / Sq Ft
08/27/2012 08/27/12 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2012 07/15/12 For Sale $398,800 -- $241 / Sq Ft
Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $14,196 $2,270,938 $251,122 $2,019,816
2023 $14,196 $1,212,065 $241,372 $970,693
2022 $13,782 $1,188,300 $236,640 $951,660
2021 $5,209 $432,298 $79,630 $352,668
2020 $5,120 $427,866 $78,814 $349,052
2019 $4,992 $419,477 $77,269 $342,208
2018 $4,822 $411,253 $75,755 $335,498
2017 $4,746 $403,190 $74,270 $328,920
2016 $4,712 $395,285 $72,814 $322,471
2015 $4,699 $389,349 $71,721 $317,628
2014 $4,492 $381,724 $70,317 $311,407
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Desert Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 21457605

California Desert Association of REALTORS®

APN: 560-162-037