NOT LISTED FOR SALE

908 Crest Dr Encinitas, CA 92024

Estimated Value: $1,933,000 - $2,512,900

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,830 Sq Ft
$819/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 31, 2012

Last sale price $850,000 $300 Per Sq Ft

Est. 173% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,968/month

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pool and Spa
  • Mountain View
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Ocean Knoll Elementary School Rated A
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 4 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of August 2012

Enjoy living in your own tropical paradise with a large corner lot on Crest Drive in Encinitas. The property is nestled in a variety of palms and bamboo, with a waterfall running from the upper pool deck down to lower patio below. The interior has an open floorplan, spaciouse rooms, and hardwood floors throughout. The greatroom features granite counter tops, a wet bar and fireplace. The upstairs has two bedrooms, including the master, and two bathrooms with granite showers. An entertainers delight. Pool House with a sauna. All data on this listing obtained from seller. Info believed reliable, but not guaranteed. Buyer and buyer's agent to verify all information on this listing prior to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jef Karchin

Karchin.com License #00597402 Listed on: 06/18/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Non-Member Default

Default Non-Member Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,008

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • Tandem Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,830 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Pool

  • Pool and Spa
  • In Ground Pool

Additional Features

  • Slab Porch or Patio
  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 259-150-13-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,008

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: Coastal North
  • Cross Street: ALHRICH
  • Neighborhood: CREST ESTATES
  • Supplement: Pool House with a sauna. All data on this listing obtained from seller. Info believed reliable, but not guaranteed. Buyer and buyer's agent to verify all information on this listing prior to offer.
  • Estimated Living Space: 2,500 to 2,999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 317.67
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 300.35
  • Residential Unit Location: Detached
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 300.35
  • Stories: 2 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Range/Oven
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room, Fp In Master Br
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Family Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X16
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Location: Garage
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2830
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Full
  • Patio: Slab
  • Pool: Below Ground, Private
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: Private w/Pool
  • View: Mountains/Hills

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached, Tandem
  • Garage Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: ENCINITAS

Lot Info

  • Irrigation: Automatic, Sprinklers
  • Lot Size: .25 to .5 AC
  • Topography: Slope Gentle
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 259-150-13-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 12100
  • Map Code Column: F
  • Map Code Page: 1147
  • Map Code Row: 7

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 908Crest92024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2023
Sold by
Roach Mark
Bought by
Mark Roach Life Trust and Roach
Total Days on Market
63
Current Estimated Value
$2,316,475

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2012
Closed on
Aug 1, 2012
Sold by
Brew Russell and Brew Linnet
Bought by
Roach Mark and Roach Taedra Kogan
Seller's Agent
Jef Karchin
Karchin.com
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Default
Default Non-Member Office
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-5.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.18%
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Interest Rate
3.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 8, 2010
Sold by
Brew Russell and Brew Linnet
Bought by
Brew Russell and Brew Linnet

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$183,000
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 2009
Sold by
Brew Russell and Brew Linnet
Bought by
Brew Russell and Brew Linnet

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
4.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2008
Sold by
Murphy Pat
Bought by
Brew Russell and Brew Linnet

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 2001
Sold by
Murphy Dennis Michael
Bought by
Murphy Dennis M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 1997
Sold by
Anthony Nicholl
Bought by
Murphy Dennis Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$224,950
Interest Rate
7.33%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 1997
Sold by
Jayne Nicholl
Bought by
Nicholl Anthony and Nicholl Jayne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
7.96%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 1994
Sold by
Robeck Paul D and Robeck Catherine A
Bought by
Nicholl Anthony and Nicholl Jayne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,100
Interest Rate
9.27%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 1984
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
Mark Roach Life Trust -- None Listed On Document
Roach Mark $850,000 Equity Title
Brew Russell -- Lawyers Title
Brew Russell -- Accommodation
Brew Russell -- Corinthian Title Company
Brew Russell $759,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Murphy Dennis M -- None Available
Murphy Dennis Michael $285,000 Guardian Title Company
Nicholl Anthony -- South Coast Title Company
Nicholl Jayne -- South Coast Title Company
Nicholl Anthony $269,500 First American Title Co
-- $118,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Roach Mark $350,000
Previous Owner Roach Mark $693,500
Previous Owner Roach Mark $75,000
Previous Owner Roach Mark $755,750
Previous Owner Roach Mark $250,000
Previous Owner Roach Mark $50,000
Previous Owner Roach Mark $510,000
Previous Owner Brew Russell $183,000
Previous Owner Brew Russell $200,000
Previous Owner Brew Russell $150,000
Previous Owner Murphy Dennis Michael $580,000
Previous Owner Murphy Dennis Michael $500,000
Previous Owner Murphy Dennis Michael $61,000
Previous Owner Murphy Dennis Michael $380,000
Previous Owner Murphy Dennis Michael $333,000
Previous Owner Murphy Dennis Michael $284,000
Previous Owner Murphy Dennis Michael $224,950
Previous Owner Nicholl Jayne $40,000
Previous Owner Nicholl Anthony $202,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/31/2012 08/31/12 Sold $850,000 -5.5% $300 / Sq Ft
08/20/2012 08/20/12 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2012 06/18/12 For Sale $899,000 -- $318 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

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
2024 $12,008 $1,072,602 $675,080 $397,522
2023 $11,673 $1,051,572 $661,844 $389,728
2022 $11,399 $1,030,954 $648,867 $382,087
2021 $11,214 $1,010,741 $636,145 $374,596
2020 $10,949 $1,000,378 $629,623 $370,755
2019 $10,728 $980,764 $617,278 $363,486
2018 $10,521 $961,534 $605,175 $356,359
2017 $191 $942,681 $593,309 $349,372
2016 $10,010 $924,198 $581,676 $342,522
2015 $9,429 $870,917 $572,939 $297,978
2014 $9,222 $853,858 $561,716 $292,142
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 120031106

San Diego MLS

APN: 259-150-13