NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $5,119,000 - $10,173,710

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,811 Sq Ft
$2,539/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 21, 2012

Last sale price $2,675,000 $952 Per Sq Ft

Est. 167% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $42,369/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • In Ground Pool
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Bird Rock Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • 2-minute walk to Vista Point

About This Home

As of December 2012

Charming 1930s Spanish-Mediterranean home in coveted Lower Hermosa. Enjoy protected southwesterly views of Birdrock and the ocean from the home and roof-top deck. The U-shaped home has multiple sets of doors opening onto the inner courtyward with private pool and spa. The large lot affords future owners with several expansion options or keep the home as-is and enjoy the ultimate in Southern California architecture and lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Crabtree

Catalina Realty License #01348987 Listed on: 10/16/2012

Co-Listed By

Paul Vadnais

Catalina Realty License #00369712

Last Buyer's Agent

Pam Reed

Willis Allen Real Estate License #00593093

Willis Allen Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $53,832

Year Built

  • Built in 1936

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Uncovered Parking

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Clay Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,811 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Awning
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Separate Water Meter
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 357-153-19-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$53,832

Year Built

Built in 1936

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean/Spanish
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: Coastal South
  • Cross Street: Camino de la Costa
  • Neighborhood: Lower Hermosa
  • Estimated Living Space: 2,500 to 2,999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 1065.46
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 951.62
  • Residential Unit Location: Detached
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 951.62
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room
  • Searchable Rooms: Den, Dining Room/Separate, Family Room, MBR Entry Level
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17 14
  • Optional Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2811
  • Total Bathrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Full
  • Patio: Awning/Porch Covered, Deck
  • Pool: Below Ground
  • Pool Heat: Electric
  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop, Tile/Clay
  • Spa: Private Below Ground
  • Spa Heat: Electric
  • View: Ocean

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Uncovered
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces Total: 3

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Community: LA JOLLA

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: .25 to .5 AC
  • Topography: Level
  • Water District: CITY OF SAN DIEGO
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 357-153-19-00
  • Water District URL: www.ci.san-diego.ca.us/water
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.25
  • Map Code Column: F
  • Map Code Page: 1247
  • Map Code Row: 3

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 6009AvenidaCresta92037

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2012
Closed on
Nov 14, 2012
Sold by
Crabtree Bruce Mitchell and Crabtree Mary Catherine
Bought by
Ekman Lars and Ekman Siri
Seller's Agent
Scott Crabtree
Catalina Realty
Buyer's Agent
Pam Reed
Willis Allen Real Estate
List Price
$2,995,000
Sold Price
$2,675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$320,000
-10.68%
Total Days on Market
29
Current Estimated Value
$7,138,428

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,463,428
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.18%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,413,644
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$5,702,978

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 1998
Sold by
Crabtree Bruce M and Crabtree Mary C
Bought by
The Crabtree Family Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$503,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 10, 1997
Sold by
Crabtree Family Trust 06-14-88 and Mitchell Bruce Mitchell
Bought by
Crabtree Bruce Mitchell and Crabtree Mary Catherine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$508,000
Interest Rate
7.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 1993
Sold by
Winthrop Robert
Bought by
Crabtree Bruce Mitchell and Crabtree Mary Catherine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$525,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ekman Lars $2,675,000 Chicago Title Company
The Crabtree Family Trust -- --
Crabtree Bruce Mitchell -- South Coast Title Co
Crabtree Bruce Mitchell $710,000 Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ekman Lars $1,000,000
Open Ekman Lars $2,000,000
Previous Owner Crabtree Bruce Mitchell $557,000
Previous Owner Crabtree Bruce Mitchell $1,000,000
Previous Owner Crabtree Bruce M $910,000
Previous Owner Crabtree Bruce Mitchell $500,000
Previous Owner Crabtree Bruce Mitchell $503,000
Previous Owner Crabtree Bruce Mitchell $508,000
Previous Owner Crabtree Bruce Mitchell $525,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/21/2012 12/21/12 Sold $2,675,000 -10.7% $952 / Sq Ft
11/13/2012 11/13/12 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2012 10/15/12 For Sale $2,995,000 -- $1,065 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

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
2024 $53,832 $4,380,718 $2,988,019 $1,392,699
2023 $52,649 $4,294,823 $2,929,431 $1,365,392
2022 $51,249 $4,210,612 $2,871,992 $1,338,620
2021 $50,898 $4,128,052 $2,815,679 $1,312,373
2020 $50,280 $4,085,725 $2,786,808 $1,298,917
2019 $49,382 $4,005,614 $2,732,165 $1,273,449
2018 $46,160 $3,927,074 $2,678,594 $1,248,480
2017 $45,065 $3,850,073 $2,626,073 $1,224,000
2016 $44,355 $3,774,582 $2,574,582 $1,200,000
2015 $40,399 $3,436,927 $2,535,910 $901,017
2014 $29,944 $2,537,144 $2,486,236 $50,908
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 120052107

San Diego MLS

APN: 357-153-19