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Seller's Agent in 2024
Lorri Esty
EXIT 1st Class Realty
55 S Tropical Way Merritt Island, FL 32952
Estimated Value: $308,000 - $321,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,286
Sq Ft
$244/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- View of Trees or Woods
- Great Room
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Wooded Lot
- No HOA
- Courtyard
About This Home
As of March 2024Welcome to this private, tropical paradise in Merritt Island with tons of character and possibilities. This lovely home has an open floor plan and the updated, bright kitchen has new cabinets and granite. The home has a NEW ROOF 2022, new flooring in the primary bedroom, fresh paint throughout. Tropical Gardens surround the enclosed Florida room and fenced back yard. The outdoor entertainment boasts of pavers and a tiki bar and a fire pit to enjoy. Merritt Island is desirable and convenient, minutes to the beach and minutes to Historical Cocoa Village. You'll love this oasis tucked away in the heart of Merritt Island.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Lorri Esty
EXIT 1st Class Realty Listed on: 11/08/2023
Last Buyer's Agent
Lorri Esty
EXIT 1st Class Realty Listed on: 11/08/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,009
Year Built
- Built in 1965
Lot Details
- 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Siding
- Block Exterior
- Asphalt
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,286 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Great Room
- Family Room
- Views of Woods
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Outdoor Features
- Courtyard
Schools
- Tropical Elementary School
- Jefferson Middle School
- Merritt Island High School
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Tropical Gardens Association
- Tropical Gardens Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 25-36-02-28-0000b.0-0008.00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 8, 2023
Closed on
Mar 12, 2024
Sold by
Howes Mariana
Bought by
Myers Maria A
Seller's Agent
Lorri Esty
EXIT 1st Class Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lorri Esty
EXIT 1st Class Realty
List Price
$360,000
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-8.33%
Views
70
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
-$15,643
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.99%
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Outstanding Balance
$177,868
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$133,459
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 17, 2022
Closed on
Oct 6, 2022
Sold by
Souder Kenneth and Souder Donna
Bought by
Howes Mariana
Seller's Agent
The G2 Group
Florida East Coast Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mariana Howes
Exit 1st Class Realty
List Price
$310,000
Sold Price
$286,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-7.74%
Views
14
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.68%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 2, 2012
Closed on
Apr 3, 2012
Sold by
Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas
Bought by
Souder Kenneth
Seller's Agent
Josephine Carpenter
Atlantic Real Estate Brokerage
Buyer's Agent
Josephine Carpenter
Atlantic Real Estate Brokerage
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$70,100
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,800
-12.27%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.30%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 27, 2011
Sold by
Haas David P and Florida Capital Mortgage Co
Bought by
Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 5, 2004
Sold by
Smithson Robert L and Smithson Linda A
Bought by
Haas David P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$158,900
Interest Rate
8.62%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 2002
Sold by
Thibideau Christopher E and Thibideau Mary Anne
Bought by
Smithson Robert L and Smithson Linda A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$87,138
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 24, 1999
Sold by
Anderson Ernest S and Anderson Edith M
Bought by
Thibideau Christopher E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$77,928
Interest Rate
8.22%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myers Maria A | $330,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Howes Mariana | $286,000 | Prestige Title | |
| Souder Kenneth | $70,100 | Attorney | |
| Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas | $180,300 | Attorney | |
| Haas David P | $158,900 | Fidelity National Title Ins | |
| Smithson Robert L | $94,000 | -- | |
| Thibideau Christopher E | $76,400 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Myers Maria A | $180,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Haas David P | $188,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Haas David P | $11,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Haas David P | $158,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Smithson Robert L | $87,138 | |
| Previous Owner | Thibideau Christopher E | $83,611 | |
| Previous Owner | Thibideau Christopher E | $77,928 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/11/2024 03/11/24 | Sold | $330,000 | -8.3% | $257 / Sq Ft |
| 02/19/2024 02/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/08/2023 11/08/23 | For Sale | $360,000 | +25.9% | $280 / Sq Ft |
| 10/12/2022 10/12/22 | Sold | $286,000 | -7.7% | $222 / Sq Ft |
| 09/06/2022 09/06/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/17/2022 08/17/22 | For Sale | $310,000 | 0.0% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 08/06/2022 08/06/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/20/2022 07/20/22 | Price Changed | $310,000 | -8.8% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2022 07/01/22 | For Sale | $339,900 | +384.9% | $264 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2012 04/09/12 | Sold | $70,100 | -12.3% | $55 / Sq Ft |
| 03/27/2012 03/27/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/02/2012 02/02/12 | For Sale | $79,900 | -- | $62 / Sq Ft |
Source: Space Coast MLS (Space Coast Association of REALTORS®)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,093 | $162,960 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $2,501 | $190,680 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,449 | $167,960 | $97,000 | $70,960 |
| 2020 | $2,192 | $139,680 | $66,000 | $73,680 |
| 2019 | $2,134 | $144,390 | $66,000 | $78,390 |
| 2018 | $2,004 | $128,970 | $46,000 | $82,970 |
| 2017 | $1,919 | $118,290 | $44,000 | $74,290 |
| 2016 | $1,797 | $100,990 | $30,000 | $70,990 |
| 2015 | $1,629 | $74,720 | $23,000 | $51,720 |
| 2014 | $1,537 | $67,930 | $23,000 | $44,930 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2022
The G2 Group
Florida East Coast Real Estate
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Buyer's Agent in 2022
Mariana Howes
Exit 1st Class Realty
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Seller's Agent in 2012
Josephine Carpenter
Atlantic Real Estate Brokerage
Map
Source: Space Coast MLS (Space Coast Association of REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 979787
APN: 25-36-02-28-0000B.0-0008.00
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