NOT LISTED FOR SALE

708 Vista Via Dr Taft, CA 93268

Taft Area

Estimated Value: $324,551

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,669 Sq Ft
$194/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 19, 2014

Last sale price $172,000 $103 Per Sq Ft

Est. 89% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,034 / mo

94 Days on Market

About This Home

As of September 2014

Beautifully Spanish inspired home located in upper Taft area. You'll enjoy beautiful views and a lovely spring breeze. Plenty of light with vaulted ceilings and open floor plan- great for the person(s) who enjoys entertaining. During Winters enjoy a cup of cocoa alongside your cozy fireplace. Two bedroom and two full bath. RV parking, two car garage, low maintenance yard. Must see to fully appreciate.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karri Christensen

Unknown Broker License #01333971 Listed on: 05/17/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

James Davidson

SafeGuard Realty Investments License #01814711

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 9,309 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,669 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Schools

  • Taft Elementary School
  • Lincoln Middle School
  • Taft High School

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 03943201

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

9,309 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Solar Owned Leased: None
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2137
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Basement Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Living Area: 1669.00

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Disclosures: None of the Above
  • Pool Features: None

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: 2 Car Garage

Utilities

  • Heatcool: Central AC,Central Heat

Association/Amenities

  • Site Amenities: Corner

Schools

  • High School: Taft
  • Middle Or Junior School: Lincoln

Lot Info

  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9309.00
  • Parcel #: 03943201

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Taft

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2024
Sold by
Gifford Steven J
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$324,551

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 17, 2014
Closed on
Sep 12, 2014
Sold by
Gifford Rebecca Lyn
Bought by
Gifford Steven J
Seller's Agent
Karri Christensen
Unknown Broker
Buyer's Agent
James Davidson
SafeGuard Realty Investments
List Price
$175,900
Sold Price
$172,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,900
-2.22%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.43%
Original Mortgage
$166,920
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 17, 2014
Closed on
Aug 28, 2014
Sold by
Olvera Gloria
Bought by
Gifford Steven J
Seller's Agent
Karri Christensen
Unknown Broker
Buyer's Agent
James Davidson
SafeGuard Realty Investments
List Price
$175,900
Sold Price
$172,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,900
-2.22%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$166,920
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2004
Sold by
Carlson Michael Jeffrey
Bought by
Olvera Gloria

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2001
Sold by
Buttke Larry F and Buttke Kathleen E
Bought by
Carlson Michael Jeffrey

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,600
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Taft, CA

  • Eduardo Farfan Real Estate Agent - The Mora Partners Inc.

    Eduardo Farfan

    The Mora Partners Inc.

    (661) 426-8247

    60 Total Sales

    2 in Taft

    $193K - $220K Price Range

    Eduardo Farfan
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  • Paris Davis Real Estate Agent - The Davis Group Real Estate, Inc.

    Paris Davis

    The Davis Group Real Estate, Inc.

    (661) 426-8388

    91 Total Sales

    4 in Taft

    $112K - $153K Price Range

    Paris Davis
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  • Pedro Molina Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX CHAMPIONS

    Pedro Molina

    RE/MAX CHAMPIONS

    (909) 742-7074

    44 Total Sales

    1 in Taft

    $470,000 Price

    Pedro Molina
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  • Ryan Davidson Real Estate Agent - SafeGuard Realty Investments

    Ryan Davidson

    SafeGuard Realty Investments

    (661) 410-7680

    102 Total Sales

    1 in Taft

    $325,000 Price

    Ryan Davidson
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  • Blake Shawn Real Estate Agent - Real Brokerage Technologies

    Blake Shawn

    Real Brokerage Technologies

    (559) 366-9049

    169 Total Sales

    1 in Taft

    $14,000 Price

    Blake Shawn
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  • Ernesto Osuna Real Estate Agent - D Best Realty, Inc.

    Ernesto Osuna

    Responds Quickly

    D Best Realty, Inc.

    (661) 451-5689

    161 Total Sales

    5 in Taft

    $140K - $190K Price Range

    Ernesto Osuna
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
Gifford Steven J -- Chicago Title Company
Gifford Steven J $170,000 Chicago Title Company
Olvera Gloria $140,000 Ticor Title
Carlson Michael Jeffrey $137,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $154,841
Previous Owner Gifford Steven J $167,313
Previous Owner Gifford Steven J $166,920
Previous Owner Carlson Michael Jeffrey $24,000
Previous Owner Carlson Michael Jeffrey $132,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/19/2014 09/19/14 Sold $172,000 -2.2% $103 / Sq Ft
08/20/2014 08/20/14 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2014 05/17/14 For Sale $175,900 -- $105 / Sq Ft
Source: Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

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 $3,733 $208,391 $49,031 $159,360
2025 $3,571 $204,306 $48,070 $156,236
2024 $3,336 $200,301 $47,128 $153,173
2023 $3,336 $196,374 $46,204 $150,170
2022 $3,189 $192,525 $45,299 $147,226
2021 $3,094 $188,751 $44,411 $144,340
2020 $2,822 $186,816 $43,956 $142,860
2019 $2,784 $186,816 $43,956 $142,860
2018 $2,731 $179,563 $42,250 $137,313
2017 $2,649 $176,043 $41,422 $134,621
2016 $2,737 $172,592 $40,610 $131,982
2015 $2,510 $170,000 $40,000 $130,000
2014 $2,399 $162,369 $40,590 $121,779
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • KC

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Karri Christensen

    Unknown Broker

  • JD

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    James Davidson

    SafeGuard Realty Investments

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Map

Source: Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

MLS Number: 21405261

Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® / GEMLS

APN: 039-432-01-00-4

California Kern County Taft 93268

708 Vista Via Dr, Taft, CA

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