NOT LISTED FOR SALE

850 Park Ave Unit 3C Capitola, CA 95010

Estimated Value: $968,000 - $1,023,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
1,133 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold June 20, 2015

Last sale price $634,000 $528 Per Sq Ft

Est. 57% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,200/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Fitness Center
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Main Street Elementary School Rated A-
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Sauna

About This Home

As of June 2015

Do not miss this gorgeous coastal getaway, pied-e-terre or beach home! Gorgeous coastline views! New paint, carpet and lighting. Close to New Brighton Beach, Capitola Village, Shops, Restaurants and 101. Complex offers sparkling pool, sauna, exercise room, lovely gardens and elevator. Private!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzanne Scott

Compass License #01386007 Listed on: 05/12/2015

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Barbara Eddy

Monterey Bay Properties License #00778282

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,208

Year Built

  • Built in 1973

Lot Details

  • Chain Link Fence

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Bay
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Library
  • Carpet
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space
  • Guest Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Fence Around Pool

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 036-391-003

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include common area electricity, garbage, insurance - common area, landscaping / gardening, pool spa or tennis, reserves, roof
  • Park Ave By The Sea Association

Amenities

  • Sauna
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,208

Year Built

Built in 1973

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Restrictions: Pets - Allowed
  • Age: 42
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1200
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Zoning Description: condo
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Burning, Yes
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room, Dining Bar
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1200
  • Security: Security Building
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Library, Storage
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Pool Description: Pool - Fenced, Pool - Heated, Pool - In Ground, Spa / Hot Tub
  • View: Bay, Garden / Greenbelt, Ocean, Special
  • Pool: Yes
  • Fencing: Chain Link

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: Guest / Visitor Parking, Off-Street Parking, Uncovered Parking
  • Carport Min: 1

Utilities

  • Heating System: Electric, Fireplace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 545
  • HOA Amenities: Additional Storage, Community Pool, Elevator, Gym / Exercise Facility, Sauna / Spa / Hot Tub
  • Association Fees Include: Common Area Electricity, Garbage, Insurance - Common Area, Landscaping / Gardening, Pool, Spa, or Tennis, Reserves, Roof
  • H O A Name Text: Park Ave By The Sea
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 036-391-003
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 1133.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 1133.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 2018
Sold by
Straus Richard W and Straus Stephanie K
Bought by
Straus Ric and Straus Stephanie
Current Estimated Value
$997,210

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2015
Closed on
Jun 15, 2015
Sold by
Jaffe Richard L and Jaffe Mary H
Bought by
Straus Richard W and Straus Stephanie K
Seller's Agent
Suzanne Scott
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Eddy
Monterey Bay Properties
List Price
$629,000
Sold Price
$634,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.79%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.55%
Original Mortgage
$475,500
Outstanding Balance
$370,640
Interest Rate
3.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$626,570

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 2000
Sold by
Barbara Jo
Bought by
Jaffe Richard L and Jaffe Mary H
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Straus Ric -- None Available
Straus Richard W $634,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Jaffe Richard L $400,000 Santa Cruz Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Straus Richard W $475,500
Previous Owner Hasty Robert G $198,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2015 06/20/15 Sold $634,000 +0.8% $528 / Sq Ft
05/20/2015 05/20/15 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2015 05/12/15 For Sale $629,000 -- $524 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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
2025 $9,208 $761,973 $457,184 $304,789
2023 $9,005 $732,385 $439,431 $292,954
2022 $8,899 $718,025 $430,815 $287,210
2021 $8,688 $703,945 $422,367 $281,578
2020 $8,592 $696,727 $418,036 $278,691
2019 $8,391 $683,066 $409,840 $273,226
2018 $8,252 $669,673 $401,804 $267,869
2017 $8,137 $656,541 $393,925 $262,616
2016 $7,675 $643,668 $386,201 $257,467
2015 $6,153 $511,543 $306,927 $204,616
2014 $6,034 $501,523 $300,915 $200,608
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Suzanne Scott

    Compass

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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Barbara Eddy

    Monterey Bay Properties

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81464770

MLSListings

APN: 036-391-03-000

California Santa Cruz County Capitola 95010

850 Park Ave Unit 3C, Capitola, CA

This home is located at 850 Park Ave Unit 3C, Capitola, CA 95010 since 12 May 2015 and is currently estimated at $997,210, approximately $831 per square foot. This property was built in 1973. 850 Park Ave Unit 3C is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Main Street Elementary School, New Brighton Middle School, and Mission Hill Middle School.

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