NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8777 Empire Grade Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Estimated Value: $732,632 - $1,032,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
906 Sq Ft
$967/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 26, 2015

Last sale price $599,000 $661 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,415/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Loft
  • Bonny Doon Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

As of June 2015

Cute little 2 bedroom on terrific garden parcel. Redwood grove to the north, raised beds and tiny greenhouse make this parcel indescribably attractive. The lovingly restored 2 bedroom 1 bath home resonates with charm and good energy. You won't want to leave.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Frank Murphy Realty

KW Thrive Santa Cruz License #70010791 Listed on: 05/19/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Frank Murphy

KW Thrive Santa Cruz License #01014048

KW Thrive Santa Cruz

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,135

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 0.44 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Drought Tolerant Landscaping
  • Back Yard
  • Zoning described as RR

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Cabin
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 906 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Den
  • Loft
  • Storage Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Concrete Kitchen Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Parking

  • 6 Parking Spaces
  • No Garage
  • Guest Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Shed

Utilities

  • Wall Furnace
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Propane
  • Water Storage
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 080-262-17-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,135

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Cabin, Cottage
  • Age: 52
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 906
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Zoning Description: RR
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, Dining "L"
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Concrete, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 906
  • Stories: 1
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Additional Rooms: Loft, Office Area, Storage
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Stall Shower, Tub, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Composition
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Porch - Enclosed, Storage Shed / Structure
  • Fencing: Partial Fencing
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 6
  • Garage Parking Features: Guest / Visitor Parking, No Garage, Off-Street Parking, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Uncovered Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System: Propane, Stove - Wood, Wall Furnace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic Standard

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: High Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Santa Cruz City High
  • Elementary School: Bonny Doon Elementary
  • High School: Santa Cruz High
  • High School: 852
  • Elementary School: 891

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Level
  • Parcel Number: 080-262-17-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.4400
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 19384.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 19384.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Propane On Site

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Santa Cruz City High
  • Elementary School Text: Bonny Doon Elementary
  • High School Text: Santa Cruz High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2015
Sold by
Lo Roxanne April and Boze Todd W
Bought by
The 2015 Boze Lo Living Trust
Current Estimated Value
$876,158

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2015
Closed on
Jun 19, 2015
Sold by
Doran Leah M
Bought by
Lo Roxanne April and Boze Todd W
Seller's Agent
Frank Murphy Realty
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
Buyer's Agent
Frank Murphy
KW Thrive Santa Cruz
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$599,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.84%
Original Mortgage
$479,200
Interest Rate
3.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 1994
Sold by
Porter Paul W
Bought by
Porter Paul W
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
The 2015 Boze Lo Living Trust -- None Available
Lo Roxanne April $599,000 First American Title Company
Porter Paul W -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lo Roxanne A $440,000
Closed Lo Roxanne A $473,000
Closed Lo Roxanne April $479,200
Previous Owner Doran Leah M $20,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/26/2015 06/26/15 Sold $599,000 0.0% $661 / Sq Ft
05/28/2015 05/28/15 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2015 05/19/15 For Sale $599,000 -- $661 / 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 $8,135 $712,097 $496,124 $215,973
2023 $7,997 $684,445 $476,859 $207,586
2022 $7,861 $671,025 $467,509 $203,516
2021 $7,568 $657,867 $458,342 $199,525
2020 $7,503 $651,121 $453,642 $197,479
2019 $7,173 $638,354 $444,747 $193,607
2018 $7,057 $625,838 $436,027 $189,811
2017 $6,952 $613,566 $427,477 $186,089
2016 $6,783 $608,134 $425,694 $182,440
2015 $3,770 $325,981 $244,486 $81,495
2014 $3,716 $319,596 $239,697 $79,899
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Frank Murphy Realty

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz

  • F

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Frank Murphy

    KW Thrive Santa Cruz

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81466059

MLSListings

APN: 080-262-17-000

California Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz 95060

8777 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz, CA

This home is located at 8777 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 since 19 May 2015 and is currently estimated at $876,158, approximately $967 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 8777 Empire Grade is a home located in Santa Cruz County with nearby schools including Bonny Doon Elementary School, Mission Hill Middle School, and Santa Cruz High School.

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