NOT LISTED FOR SALE

81 La Costa Ct Vero Beach, FL 32963

Estimated Value: $1,144,000 - $1,648,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,470 Sq Ft
$423/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 29, 2020

Last sale price $1,025,000 $295 Per Sq Ft

Est. 43% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,777/month

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Fitness Center
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Beachland Elementary School Rated A-
  • Tennis Courts
  • Gated Community

About This Home

As of October 2020

What's your dream of paradise? Does a morning or afternoon walk along a private beach with no one else in sight or a long stroll or bike ride down a serene crushed shell pathway along the intercostal river way watching the dolphins play or fishing from the river docks or surf casting on the beach sound appealing?
Maybe you're the type that just wants to relax in that comfy chair with your book or newspaper on your oh so peaceful and very private lanai while gazing at the picturesque landscaping and majestic live oak trees.
Well if any or all of these fits into your idea of paradise, then welcome to your oasis. This magnificent luxury home to fulfill those dreams is located in the quaint beach to river community of Marbrisa, the best-kept secret in Vero Beach. Traveling down one the most beautiful live oak canopied streets, tucked in the corner of the cul-de-sac hidden under the majestic oaks, you'll find this exquisite estate. Located on one of the largest and most private lots, this hidden gem is encompassed by meticulously designed tropical landscaping surrounding the home highlighted at night by spectacular lighting effects. The backyard features a shell walking path through the lush tropical landscaping which leads into a host of tropical fruit trees including avocados, mangoes, lychees, grapefruit, tangerines, Meyer's lemons, Persian limes, guanábana, sugar-apples and bananas proving total privacy by being completely surrounded by areca, sable, palmetto and Chinese fan palms, along with many varietals of ornamental trees and shrubs. This makes for spectacular scenery both day and night from the backyard, pool lanai, kitchen, family room and most of the interior living areas.
Entering this exquisite luxury estate through the imported exotic wooden entry doors, you are overtaken by the open floor plan, oversized doors, high ceilings, and hidden pocket glass door walls as your unobstructed view to the screened lanai, outdoor furniture, soothing pool waterfall and Jacuzzi flanked by the outdoor lighting and landscaping.
This stunning four bedroom home amazes every guest with its over 12' high ceilings, 8' high doors, marble floors throughout, oversized pocketing door walls, formal dining room, elegant living room, wet bar, beverage station, butler's pantry with wine storage, showplace kitchen, family room with pool access and a stately library/office. The grandeur master bedroom that opens to covered lanai pool area and showcases a beautiful marbled, elegant master bath with Jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower with multiple showerheads. Accompanied by three large guest bedrooms with 2 full bathrooms (one is a full cabana bath) also with a powder room off the library.
The kitchen is sure to be a chef's delight with ample storage cabinets beyond belief, expansive granite countertops, including a spectacular counter bar that seats up to 10 people, so they can watch the chef cook without you feeling crowded yet still stay engaged. With the large matching granite countertop center prep island complete with drawers and cabinets on each end gives you ample space for gourmet presentations, serving buffet, carving station or just everyday meal prep.
On each side of the kitchen are easy access to two additional areas with even more storage cabinets, a butler's pantry complete with wet bar, beverage/wine cooler, icemaker and more cabinets with granite countertops. On the other side is another large pantry storage area with loads of room for small appliance or oversized pots, pans and specialty
Utensils, along with a custom built wine cabinet with 5 full extension drawers capable of handling up to 72 bottles of wine. This is a must see home to fully appreciate every detail and the numerous upgrades! Home Features " 4 Bedrooms
" 3.5 Bathrooms
" Office/Library
" 2 Car garage
" 3740 SQ FT under air
" 4322 Total SQ FT
" Large Corner lot at end of Cul-De-Sac
" Over 12 foot high ceilings
" Oversized interior and glass sliding doors
" Travertine marble floors, bathroom countertops and shower walls
" Comfort Height Toilets in all 4 bathrooms
" Granite countertops in kitchen, wet bar and butlers pantry
" LED dimmable recessed lighting throughout
" Whole house and pool area sound system " Exotic wood custom entry doors
" Large pocketing glass door walls for extending living room, master bedroom, family room and breakfast areas to the lanai
" New accordion shutters with 25 minute close or opening " 2 new Trane A/C units and complete new duct system throughout
" Whole house vacuuming system
" Water softening system
" Security alarm system
" Heated salt-water pool and spa tub
" Ceiling fans
" Stainless Steel Kitchenaid appliances, Double Convection ovens with microwave, super-wide refrigerator and 5 burner smooth cooktop with vent hood. Bosch SS dishwasher
" Laundry room complete with sink and Samsung front-load washer and dryer
" Kitchenaid Wet ice maker and beverage refrigerator
" Front and backyard outdoor landscape lighting
" Large covered screened lanai area for dining and entertaining
" Exotic and Native fruit trees
" Total backyard privacy landscaping Mabrisa Community " True Beach to Bay Community
" Private Gated Access into Community
" Two Clubhouses for private guest use and Social Committee events: Pinochle, Book club, Private and Community Social Events, Cocktail Parties, Holiday Parties, Guest Speakers
" East Clubhouse has Private Beach Access, Showers, New Oceanside Pool, Large Pool Sunning Deck, Men and Ladies Restrooms, Two Floors for events, Newly Remodeled Kitchen, Piano, Multiple Tables and Chairs, Wet Bar Area, 2nd floor balcony with tables and chairs for Ocean and Space launch Viewing Events
" West Clubhouse has Lakeside View, full-sized lap pool, ping pong table, built-in BBQ grill and tables and seating for dining, Wet Bar, Icemaker, Full Kitchen, Gym, Sauna Room, Big Screen TV/Meeting Room, 3 Clay Tennis Courts, Pickle Ball Courts
" Jungle Trail Access, 7 miles of rural crushed shell path running alongside the intercostal waterway for walking, jogging, bicycling, boat, bird and Dolphin watching
" Multi-Slip Boat Docks for private boat owners and 3 guest Slips for Community Use
" River Fishing Access from Mabrisa Docks
" Spectacular Sunset Photos from Docks with Dolphin, Manatee and Yacht Watching
" Newly Paved Roads throughout entire Subdivision
" Very Low HOA fees are only $915-$990 per qtr.
" Well funded HOA reserves

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gilbert Trower

Florida Homes & Condominiums License #3217815 Listed on: 08/28/2020

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,675

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 23,958 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Sprinkler System
  • Fruit Trees
  • Property is zoned R-1A

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Circular Driveway

Home Design

  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,470 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Furnished or left unfurnished upon request
  • Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Closet Cabinetry
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Roman Tub
  • Jettted Tub and Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Laundry Tub

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Tennis Courts
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Living Area

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Three-Phase Power
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Water Softener Leased

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 31393600020000000009.0

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Marbrisa Unit Two Sub Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Community Library

Recreation

  • Community Beach Access
  • Tennis Courts
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Trails

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,675

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

0.55 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Directions: Take A1A to Marbrisa, go thru gate and La Costa will be on the left
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • DelayedMarketingYN: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar, Bathtub, Closet Cabinetry, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Dining Area, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Dual Sinks, Garden Tub/Roman Tub, High Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Split Bedrooms, Storage, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Water Softener Rented, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Location: Entry Level Living Area Y
  • Flooring: Carpet, Marble
  • Living Area: 3470.0
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Living Area, Outdoor Shower, Tennis Court(s)
  • Lot Features: Fruit Trees, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinkler System
  • Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Pool Equipment, Salt Water, Association
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Block
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Screened
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Concrete, Tile

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Tub
  • Security: Security System Owned, Security System, Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: 3 Phase
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 329.0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Community Features: Home Owners Association, Gated
  • Senior Community: No
  • Amenities: Beach Rights, Beach Access, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Library, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 31393600020000000009.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.55
  • Lot Size: 145.0 ft x 161.0 ft
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 23958.0
  • Mobile Dim Units: Feet
  • Zoning: R-1A

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8674.53

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2020
Closed on
Oct 29, 2020
Sold by
Powell Michael and Powell Judith
Bought by
Brandes William F and Brandes Pamela L
Seller's Agent
Gilbert Trower
Florida Homes & Condominiums
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,025,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-6.82%
Current Estimated Value
$1,466,671

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$441,671
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.83%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Outstanding Balance
$219,912
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,246,759

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2015
Sold by
Beale Chris E and Beale Rhonda P
Bought by
Powell Michael and Powell Judith

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2010
Sold by
Jmgr Llc
Bought by
Beale Chris E and Beale Rhonda P

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
2.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2010
Sold by
Humes Francis
Bought by
Jmgr Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2005
Sold by
Humes Francis Cooper
Bought by
Page Humes Francis Cooper and Page Curtis Caroline

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2001
Sold by
Milnes Janet R
Bought by
Humes Francis Cooper

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.99%
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
Brandes William F $1,025,000 Attorney
Powell Michael $800,000 Attorney
Beale Chris E $640,000 Attorney
Jmgr Llc $325,000 None Available
Page Humes Francis Cooper $297,000 --
Humes Francis Cooper $737,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brandes William F $250,000
Previous Owner Beale Chris E $417,000
Previous Owner Humes Francis Cooper $400,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/29/2020 10/29/20 Sold $1,025,000 -6.8% $295 / Sq Ft
09/29/2020 09/29/20 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2020 08/27/20 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $317 / Sq Ft
Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

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 $11,280 $949,140 -- --
2024 $10,326 $949,140 -- --
2023 $10,326 $895,524 $0 $0
2022 $10,077 $869,441 $0 $0
2021 $10,174 $844,118 $244,545 $599,573
2020 $8,209 $675,294 $195,636 $479,658
2019 $8,675 $689,568 $0 $0
2018 $8,662 $676,711 $0 $0
2017 $8,696 $662,792 $0 $0
2016 $8,868 $649,160 $0 $0
2015 $9,014 $603,110 $0 $0
2014 $8,064 $528,960 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

MLS Number: R10650312

BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

APN: 31-39-36-00020-0000-00009.0

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