Dave Zimkin
New Morning Inc
(858) 223-9297
64 Total Sales
1 in Coronado
$2,636,750 Price
708 A Ave Coronado, CA 92118
Coronado AreaEstimated Value: $8,038,160
6
Beds
6.5
Baths
6,872
Sq Ft
$1,170/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Detached Guest House
- Solar Heated Lap Pool
- 27,878 Sq Ft lot
- Coronado Village Elementary Rated A
- Solar Power System
- 4-minute walk to Mathewson Park
About This Home
As of January 2022European Elegance meets casual California beach lifestyle! 708 A Ave. one of Coronado’s most iconic and significant properties is available for sale. This desirable “Grand Dame'' has undergone a meticulous renovation. Designed by Architect Reignald Johnson, also known for other classy contributions like “La Valencia Hotel'' in la Jolla. This masterpiece has recently been modernized, updated, and renovated with no expense spared. A legacy estate gracefully nestled on a rare half-acre parcel, in the heart of Coronado, that lives like a modern-day palace. This marvelous home boasts a gourmet kitchen, with all the trimmings including an oversized island, walk-in pantry, top of the line appliances, offering a blend of iconic features and ultra-high-end finishes. This fully automated smart home, includes water purification, solar, radiant heating, and ventilation systems to satisfy all your energy, and comfort needs. The casually elegant living spaces flow effortlessly showcasing sophistication and simplicity. The blend of the ultimate indoor-outdoor experience is highlighted with the natural flow from the dining, living spaces seamlessly connecting to the outdoor living room open to a private garden, huge pool, gazebo, fireplace and detached guest house. The posh primary suite with a beautiful fireplace opens onto an inviting sun deck overlooking your personal private oasis. The remaining junior suites are located on the second level enhancing the cozy yet private experience. Here is an opportunity to own a Coronado landmark estate and one truly timeless treasure.
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1916 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 27,878 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Brick Fence
- Fence is in excellent condition
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Private Yard
- Property is zoned R1A
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Composition Roof
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 6,872 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wired For Data
- Built-In Features
- Bar
- Crown Molding
- Beamed Ceilings
- Recessed Lighting
- Two Way Fireplace
- Formal Entry
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Library with Fireplace
- Park or Greenbelt Views
- Basement
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Double Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
- Built-In Range
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar Water Heater
- Solar Heating System
Pool
- Solar Heated Lap Pool
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Gas Heated Pool
- Solar Pool Equipment
- Pool Cover
- Pool Equipment or Cover
Outdoor Features
- Living Room Balcony
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Terrace
- Gazebo
- Outdoor Grill
Additional Homes
- Detached Guest House
Schools
- Coronado Unified School District Elementary And Middle School
- Coronado Unified School District High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
- Separate Water Meter
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Community Barbecue Grill
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 537-101-17-00
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 16, 2021
Closed on
Dec 10, 2021
Sold by
Antares Properties Llc
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mina Kawage Balsa
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Mina Kawage Balsa
Compass
List Price
$12,225,000
Sold Price
$11,466,667
Premium/Discount to List
-$758,333
-6.2%
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
-$3,428,507
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.28%
Original Mortgage
$6,100,000
Outstanding Balance
$5,419,073
Interest Rate
2.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,619,087
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 15, 2011
Closed on
Dec 28, 2011
Sold by
Darnell James P
Bought by
Antares Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Scott Darnell
Darnell Capital Management
Buyer's Agent
David Arana
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$9,999,000
Sold Price
$6,149,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,850,000
-38.5%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.42%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2011
Sold by
Darnell James P
Bought by
Darnell James P and James P Darnell Trust A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 8, 2010
Sold by
James P Darnell Family Trust and Darnell James P
Bought by
Darnell James P and Darnell Remainder Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 27, 2010
Sold by
Darnell James P and Darnell Barbara I
Bought by
Darnell James
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 20, 1997
Sold by
Darnell James P and Darnell Barbara I
Bought by
Darnell James P and Darnell Barbara I
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Coronado, CA
-
Dave Zimkin
-
Kay Merg
Kay Merg
RE/MAX Connections
(858) 905-5706
52 Total Sales
1 in Coronado
$2,251,000 Price
-
Molly Olen
Molly Olen
Windermere Real Estate
(858) 757-8671
44 Total Sales
1 in Coronado
$2,100,000 Price
-
Luis Carranza
Luis Carranza
Casas Advisors
(619) 745-6794
24 Total Sales
5 in Coronado
$660K - $17.3M Price Range
-
Jim Field
Jim Field
Century 21 Affiliated
(858) 408-6440
72 Total Sales
1 in Coronado
$995,000 Price
-
Diane Sullivan
Diane Sullivan
Diane Sullivan Realty
(858) 289-5940
59 Total Sales
1 in Coronado
$2,725,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $11,467,000 | Fidelity Natl Ttl San Diego | ||
| Antares Properties Llc | $6,149,000 | California Title Company | |
| Darnell James P | -- | None Available | |
| Darnell James P | -- | None Available | |
| Darnell James P | -- | None Available | |
| Darnell James D | -- | None Available | |
| Darnell James D | -- | None Available | |
| Darnell James P | -- | None Available | |
| Darnell James P | -- | None Available | |
| Darnell James D | -- | None Available | |
| Darnell James D | -- | None Available | |
| Darnell James | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Darnell James P | -- | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $6,100,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Antares Properties Llc | $4,620,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Antares Properties Llc | $3,290,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Darnell James | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Darnell James P | $1,000,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2022 01/12/22 | Sold | $11,466,667 | -6.2% | $1,669 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/10/2021 11/10/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/28/2021 10/28/21 | For Sale | $12,225,000 | 0.0% | $1,779 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/20/2021 10/20/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/30/2021 09/30/21 | For Sale | $12,225,000 | 0.0% | $1,779 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/07/2021 09/07/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/16/2021 08/16/21 | For Sale | $12,225,000 | +98.8% | $1,779 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/09/2012 01/09/12 | Sold | $6,149,000 | -38.5% | $1,062 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/10/2011 12/10/11 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/15/2011 05/15/11 | For Sale | $9,999,000 | -- | $1,726 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
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 | $31,849 | $2,904,409 | $1,682,645 | $1,221,764 |
| 2025 | $31,849 | $2,764,997 | $1,587,901 | $1,177,096 |
| 2024 | $29,646 | $2,764,997 | $1,587,901 | $1,177,096 |
| 2023 | $33,254 | $4,268,313 | $2,492,650 | $1,775,663 |
| 2022 | $45,562 | $4,268,313 | $2,492,650 | $1,775,663 |
| 2021 | $44,299 | $4,130,295 | $2,411,179 | $1,719,116 |
| 2020 | $39,457 | $3,743,006 | $2,179,492 | $1,563,514 |
| 2019 | $39,695 | $3,704,998 | $2,157,988 | $1,547,010 |
| 2018 | $43,268 | $4,036,037 | $2,357,886 | $1,678,151 |
| 2017 | $20 | $4,205,211 | $2,436,639 | $1,768,572 |
| 2016 | $82,039 | $7,766,979 | $5,305,203 | $2,461,776 |
| 2015 | $80,867 | $7,650,312 | $5,225,514 | $2,424,798 |
| 2014 | $79,059 | $7,500,454 | $5,123,154 | $2,377,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mina Kawage Balsa
Seller's Agent in 2022
Mina Kawage Balsa
Compass
(619) 341-3721
7 Total Sales
-
Marc Lotzof
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Marc Lotzof
Compass
(619) 540-5952
104 Total Sales
-
Scott Darnell
Seller's Agent in 2012
Scott Darnell
Darnell Capital Management
(619) 777-7087
7 Total Sales
-
DA
Buyer's Agent in 2012
David Arana
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 210023299
APN: 537-101-17
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